Pennsylvanians asked to cut water use as state enters drought watch
| stateimpact.npr.org
During a drought watch, the focus is on increased monitoring, awareness and preparation in case conditions get worse.
Fuentes brings climate science message to Brazil on Fulbright Fellowship
| psu.edu
Jose D. Fuentes, professor of atmospheric science at Penn State, is spending four months in Brazil this spring and summer on a Fulbright Fellowship to foster collaboration between scientists in the two countries and to speak about the impacts of climate change.
Enrollment for the Connected Leaders Academy now open for fall semester
| psu.edu
Enrollment for the Connected Leaders Academy is now open for fall semester cohorts, with an application deadline of July 10. The academy aims to help advance racial equity and inclusion by investing in the development of future leaders within an organization by increasing the number of employees from underrepresented populations in leadership positions.
Can Pennsylvania's mine waste provide a domestic supply of critical minerals?
| youtube.com
Critical minerals, including rare earth elements, are needed for all of our green technologies -- electric vehicles, wind turbines, and solar panels – as well as for smart phones, flat screen TVs, and rechargeable batteries. Yet the United States depends heavily on imports from other countries for its supply of these materials. Researchers at Penn State’s Center for Critical Minerals have found a potential domestic source in Pennsylvania’s mine waste.
Rainfall brings hope to local farmers
| wfmz.com
Many people — particularly those in the agriculture industry —are welcoming Monday's rain with open arms. This article quotes Sarah Frame, Penn State Extension educator.
52 undergraduates earn Erickson Discovery Grants
| psu.edu
Erickson Discovery Grants were awarded to 52 undergraduate Penn State students to help cover costs related to undergraduate research.
College of Engineering recognizes 2023 Early Career Award recipients
| psu.edu
The Penn State College of Engineering will recognize 10 alumni with the Early Career Award for their achievements and demonstrated commitment to their professions, communities and Penn State at a ceremony on June 16 at University Park.
Enrique Gomez named interim engineering associate dean for equity and inclusion
| psu.edu
Enrique Gomez, professor of chemical engineering in the Penn State College of Engineering and of materials science and engineering in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, has been appointed interim associate dean for equity and inclusion for the College of Engineering, effective July 1.
Penn State announces tenure-line faculty promotions, effective July 1, 2023
| psu.edu
The following is a list of academic promotions for tenured and tenure-line faculty members at Penn State, effective July 1, 2023.
Penn State announces non-tenure-line faculty promotions, effective July 1, 2023
| psu.edu
The following is a list of non-tenure-line faculty promotions at Penn State, effective July 1, 2023.
Troy Ott named acting director of the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences
| psu.edu
Troy Ott , professor of reproductive physiology and associate director of the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences, has been selected to serve as acting director of the Huck Institutes during the appointment of Andrew Read as interim senior vice president of research at Penn State. Ott’s position will be effective July 1.
Indo-Pacific corals more resilient to climate change than Atlantic corals
| new.nsf.gov
In the face of global warming and other environmental changes, corals in the Atlantic Ocean have declined precipitously in recent years, while corals in the Pacific and Indian Oceans are faring better.
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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