Geologist breaks down what leads to sinkholes, after Palmer Twp. sinkholes spark concerns
| wfmz.com
Work is underway to fill a 50-foot-deep sinkhole in Palmer Township. It was supposed to be done Friday, but PennDOT says inclement weather pushed that date back. This Lehigh Valley broadcast TV segment features Sanjay Srinivasan, professor of petroleum and natural gas engineering and the John and Willie Leone Family chair in Energy and Mineral Engineering.
Growing Impact: Youth climate leadership
| Featuring Mark Ortiz, Rasha Elwakil
The global push to involve youth in climate action is gaining momentum, harnessing their innovative spirit, deep investment in the future, and strong collective voice to combat climate change. Getting young people involved ensures that climate policies are forward-thinking and geared towards sustainable development, while their global solidarity and use of digital platforms amplify the call for urgent action. At the forefront of this movement, Penn State's Global Youth Storytelling and Research Lab aims to become a pivotal transnational research hub, empowering young leaders to shape the future of climate and environmental justice.
Nobel laureate Ben Feringa to present spring 2024 Allcock Alumni Group Lecture
| psu.edu
Ben L. Feringa, the Jacobus van ‘t Hoff Distinguished Professor of Chemistry at the University of Groningen and recipient of the 2016 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, will present the Allcock Alumni Group Lectureship in Polymers and Materials Chemistry at 3:30 p.m. on April 10 in 101 Thomas Building. The lecture, titled “The Art of Building Small from Molecular Switches to Motors,” is free and open to the public.
Applications now open for CTSI Implementation Science Fellowship Program
| psu.edu
Penn State Clinical and Translational Science Institute’s Implementation Science Core is accepting applications for the Implementation Science Fellowship Program now through May 24. The program provides training and a mentorship network to scientists interested in advancing their implementation science expertise across Penn State campuses.
April brings Earth Month takeover across University Park campus and others
| psu.edu
Penn State students, staff, faculty and community members have the chance to participate in activities across campus during the month of April, when Earth Month takes over the University Park campus and several Commonwealth Campuses.
Will ticks be worse this year after another mild winter in the Lehigh Valley?
| lehighvalleylive.com
Tick season is upon us, but in a mild winter like the one we've just had, they can be out looking for something to bite well in advance. This article quotes Emily Struckhoff, vector-borne disease program specialist with Penn State Extension.
Leader in Intersectional Environmentalism to visit Penn State
| psu.edu
The Penn State student group U-Belong will host Diandra Esparza, executive director of Intersectional Environmentalist, for a keynote talk on Wednesday, April 3, from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. in 10 Sparks at the University Park campus.
Melting ice in the polar north drives weather in Europe
| eos.org
Influxes of meltwater into the North Atlantic eventually lead to warmer and drier conditions over Europe. This article quotes Melissa Gervais, assistant professor of meteorology and atmospheric science.
Building affordable futures: The State College Community Land Trust's impact on housing equity
| happyvalleyindustry.com
In a community like State College, where the aspirations of its residents shape its identity, SCCLT stands as a testament to what can be achieved through collaboration and shared purpose. As SCCLT continues its mission, it not only secures homes but also fosters a sense of belonging and opportunity for all who call Happy Valley home.
They're back: Spotted lanternflies to emerge with spring
| triblive.com
Spotted lanternflies, the invasive insects that have plagued Western Pennsylvania for the past several years, are expected to make a return starting in April, as their young emerge from egg masses. This article quotes Penn State Extension expertise.
Andrew Read named senior vice president for research
| psu.edu
Andrew Read, the former director of the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences and a faculty member in the departments of biology and entomology, has been selected to serve as Penn State’s senior vice president for research, following nine months as the interim senior vice president for research, effective April 1.
Hughes named recipient of Kopp International Faculty Achievement Award
| psu.edu
David Hughes, Dorothy Foehr Huck and J. Lloyd Huck Chair in Global Food Security and professor of entomology in the College of Agricultural Sciences and biology in the Eberly College of Science, is the recipient of the 2024 W. LaMarr Kopp International Faculty Achievement Award. The award recognizes faculty members who have contributed significantly to the advancement of the international mission of the University.
The global push to involve youth in climate action is gaining momentum, harnessing their innovative spirit, deep investment in the future, and strong collective voice to combat climate change. Getting young people involved ensures that climate policies are forward-thinking and geared towards sustainable development, while their global solidarity and use of digital platforms amplify the call for urgent action. At the forefront of this movement, Penn State's Global Youth Storytelling and Research Lab aims to become a pivotal transnational research hub, empowering young leaders to shape the future of climate and environmental justice. Listen to the podcast.
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