$3 Million Grant to Boost Math Teaching and Learning in Schools
The National Science Foundation has awarded the University a nearly $3 million grant to support the teaching and learning of mathematics in middle schools and high schools.
Natural Sciences and Mathematics
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‘Science in the Park’ Family Event Celebrates OC’s Natural History
The John D. Cooper Archaeological and Paleontological Center, in partnership with OC Parks, will host a free educational family event about science and Orange County’s rich natural history April 29 at Irvine Regional Park.
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Nobel Laureate in Chemistry to Deliver April 13 Public Lecture
Caltech’s Nobel laureate and organic chemist Robert H. Grubbs will deliver a free public lecture April 13 on campus.
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‘Kissing Bug’ Parasite Study Searches for Drug Therapy
Graduate and undergraduate students are working with biological science faculty mentor Veronica Jimenez to find treatment options for a parasitic infection.
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Earthquake Expert Prepares Next Generation of Earth Scientists
Meet Sinan Akçiz, CSUF’s new earthquake expert who studies the times and magnitudes of past earthquakes along fault systems that affect people.
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Ecologist Steps in to Lead Mojave Desert Research, Education Center
Darren R. Sandquist, an expert in desert plant ecology, is the new director of the California Desert Studies Consortium.
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America’s Chief Pharmacy Officer Shares Career With Students
Alumna Pamela M. Schweitzer, the first female chief professional officer of pharmacy and assistant surgeon general in the U.S. Public Health Service, returned to her alma mater to visit with students.
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Titans With Stellar Research Projects Headed to Statewide Competition
Titan research includes studies of cyberbullying, dry-eye disease, jazz, oysters and filtration mechanics.
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Abrupt Sinking of Seal Beach Wetlands: Past Quakes at Fault
A new Cal State Fullerton study shows evidence of abrupt sinking of the wetlands near Seal Beach, caused by ancient earthquakes that shook the area at least three times in the past 2,000 years, according to researchers.
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Math Prof Receives National Award
Mathematics educator Armando M. Martinez-Cruz is the recipient of the Outstanding Latino/a Faculty in Higher Education Award from the American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education.