Forum to highlight the power of connection, collaboration with HBCUs
| psu.edu
Penn State faculty and staff seeking to discover ways to build and improve partnerships with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), as well as community members seeking to learn the importance of HBCUs, are invited to attend “The Power of HBCUs: Establishing and Strengthening Partnerships,” on Feb. 26.
How does Zika virus replicate and transmit from mother to fetus?
| psu.edu
In 2015, an outbreak of Zika virus, driven by a heavy rain season and subsequent boom in the virus’s host mosquito population, caused thousands of babies in Brazil to be born with severe birth defects. Zika virus is unique among flaviviruses, which also include West Nile, dengue and yellow fever viruses, in its ability to transmit from an infected mother to her unborn child. How do the components of Zika virus assemble during viral replication and how does the virus then pass from mother to fetus?
The Earth’s tectonic plates made the Himalayas — and could rip them apart
| nbcnews.com
Researchers theorize that the Indian plate is plunging under the Eurasian plate, but as that process plays out, part of it is splitting apart under Tibet. This article mentions Penn State research.
13 countries that may be too hot for people by 2050
| msn.com
Depending on where you live, winter might be a time of year when you wonder why global warming is a bad thing! But in the countries we’re about to show you, a combination of high heat and humidity will unquestionably be a life-threatening danger. So here are, quite literally, some of the projected “hot spots” of climate change-induced warming by 2050. This article mentions Penn State research.
Libraries to offer spring workshops on maps, GIS, GPS and data visualization
| psu.edu
Beginning Feb. 15, the Research Informatics and Publishing department and the Donald W. Hamer Center for Maps and Geospatial Information at Penn State University Libraries will offer three workshops on maps, GIS, GPS and data visualization. Workshops are free and open to Penn State undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, staff and faculty.
Annual Global Gallery highlighting international ag research slated for Feb. 23
| psu.edu
The annual Global Gallery symposium, hosted by the international agriculture and development dual-title graduate program in Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences and its student association, will feature the international research efforts of faculty and graduate students.
Penn State student, faculty attend UN Climate Change Conference
| psucollegian.com
Among the heads of state and world leaders that met in Dubai from Nov. 30 to Dec. 13 of last year was a select delegation of Penn State community members.
Newly discovered ancient tree species looks like it could be from the mind of Dr. Seuss
| edition.cnn.com
Unusual trees found fossilized in Canada were buried alive 350 million years ago. Scientists say the discovery opens a new window into the history of life on Earth. This article quotes Peter Wilf, professor of geosciences.
Penn State Sustainability to host climate author and reporter Geoff Dembicki
| psu.edu
Penn State Sustainability will host climate author and reporter Geoff Dembicki Feb. 8–10 for a series of in-person and virtual events focused on discourse about climate change in society and its impacts on public perception and elections. All events are open to the Penn State community and the public.
Promotion and tenure process workshops offered this spring for faculty
| psu.edu
The 2023-24 Promotion and Tenure workshop series for faculty on how to prepare for success in the promotion and tenure process will provide an in-depth exploration of the P&T process for all Penn State faculty, including tenure- and non-tenure-line.
Artificial Intelligence Hub previews Penn State AI Week, April 1-5
| psu.edu
The Penn State AI (artificial intelligence) Hub has announced preliminary plans for Penn State AI Week, April 1-5, with events and activities held at campuses and virtually.
'Growing Impact' podcast explores effect of solar energy's expansion on land use
| psu.edu
The latest episode of the "Growing Impact" podcast explores how to minimize the conflict that can occur when considering placement of solar energy installations.
Once a frozen haven, climate-driven rising temperatures are rapidly thawing the Arctic permafrost, posing a major threat to communities and infrastructure. Researchers are investigating how these changes will transform rivers, with potential consequences for erosion, sediment transport, and the entire Arctic landscape. Additionally, their project incorporates art to communicate these critical findings in an engaging way. Listen to the podcast.
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