Plant biologist Joshua P. Der and his student researchers examined the plant genes of two closely related aquatic ferns, azolla and salvinia — and discovered all of the genes in the DNA sequence. Their research was published July 2 in Nature Plants.
With support of a new grant, astrophysicist Jocelyn Read and her students continue studying neutron star astrophysics and gravitational waves. She also was an invited speaker at several recent scientific meetings, including the World Science Festival in New York City.
Molecular biologist Nikolas Nikolaidis and his team of student researchers are investigating a particular molecule found in stressed cells known as “heat shock protein.”
While geologist Vali Memeti studies the magma plumbing systems of ancient volcanic eruptions, she talks about the devastating and deadly eruptions happening today in Hawaii and Guatemala.
Graduating McNair Scholars set new goals for advanced degrees and new opportunities.
Faculty leaves and sabbaticals have been awarded for projects ranging from studies into herbicides in water and the psychological concept of courage, to writing books on student activism and Bruce Springsteen’s conception of the American dream.
Joined by faculty, family and friends, students reflected on their educational experiences at Saturday’s commencement ceremonies.
This summer, seven Maximizing Access to Research Careers (MARC) scholars will forgo vacations to spend their time conducting research. It’s well worth it, they say, as it moves them closer to the reality of an advanced degree and a career in scientific exploration.
Cherie Ichinose, associate professor of mathematics, is the recipient of the 2018 Carol Barnes Excellence in Teaching Award.
Math P. Cuajungco, professor of biological science, is this year’s L. Donald Shields Excellence in Scholarship and Creativity Award recipient.