Natural Sciences and Mathematics

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Scholar Presses On, Inspired by Her Late Mother’s Medical Career

Freshman Krisha Marie Uy is among 10 students who joined the President’s Scholars program this academic year, which offers experiences and opportunities in academics, leadership, service and mentorship.

McCarthy Hall Modernization Project to Put ‘Science on Display’

Cal State Fullerton’s six-story McCarthy Hall — completed in 1963 and named in honor of the late biology professor Miles D. McCarthy — is undergoing a state-funded $40 million transformation to put “science on display.”

Publications, Presentations and Honors Showcase Faculty Expertise

Cal State Fullerton faculty published, presented and received honors for their work in January 2021.

Campus Receives More Than $9 Million in Grants, Contracts in Q2

University faculty and staff were awarded more than $9 million in funding during the period October to December 2020.

Student Scientist Searches for Therapeutics to Treat West Nile Virus

For her outstanding research and presentation on West Nile virus, biochemistry major Shaina Nguyen received the Glenn Nagel Undergraduate Research Award at the recent 33rd annual California State University Biotechnology Symposium.

Study Reveals Coronavirus Spreads Faster in Less Prosperous Counties

A study by a team of Cal State Fullerton student mathematicians revealed that the rate of spread of COVID-19 is significantly slower in the more prosperous counties across the United States, while the coronavirus spreads much faster in counties with lower average income. For the first phase of the ongoing research, the students focused on […]

Faculty Share Published Works and Awards Received

CSUF faculty recently published research and were honored for their work on topics from wet markets to publication design.

Rock Solid CSUF Education Inspires Couple to Support Future Geologists

Cal State Fullerton geology alums and longtime supporters of the Department of Geological Sciences pledge a $400,000 legacy gift to support geology students in their academic endeavors.

Student STEM Researchers Recognized With National Awards

For their outstanding research and presentation skills, Cal State Fullerton student researchers were recognized with national awards.