Silicate weathering throttles the global thermostat
| eos.org
The natural breakdown of some rocks sucks carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere. Knowing how quickly it happens could help scientists engineer solutions to the climate crisis.
Research papers by Larry Cheng featured on journal covers
| news.engr.psu.edu
Research papers authored by Huanyu “Larry” Cheng, James L. Henderson, Jr. Memorial Associate Professor of Engineering Science and Mechanics at Penn State, were recently featured on two journal covers. "Pathway of Transient Electronics Towards Connected Biomedical Applications" was highlighted on the March 2023 cover of Nanoscale and in Nanoscale’s 2023 Emerging Investigators themed collection, published in January, in recognition of Cheng being selected as a 2023 Emerging Investigator.
Penn State is buying a farm. Here’s the research how the space will be used
| happyvalleyindustry.com
Penn State is set to purchase 20.36 acres in Benner Township, Centre County, for $2.35 million — in an effort to further agricultural research. It’s just one more chapter for this farm, which was first used by GardenGenetics to create “innovative ornamental and edible plant genetics.”
From tinkering with contraptions in the basement to major industry partnerships
| happyvalleyindustry.com
The National Academy of Inventors recently named Penn State College of Engineering faculty member Dr. Douglas Werner as a fellow. Learn more about the distinguished professor’s childhood love for electrical engineering, his advice to students and the cutting-edge technology that became his passion.
Webinar to focus on Penn State’s assistance with local climate action planning
| psu.edu
The climate affects everything — weather, agriculture, health, the economy, travel and supply chains — and climate change will have intergenerational impacts, according to organizers of a March 15 Penn State Extension land-use webinar.
Habitat split may impact disease risk in amphibians and other vertebrates
| psu.edu
Habitat split limits movement of organisms between environments. According to new research, this environmental fragmentation impacts amphibian disease immunity, likely due to changes in the composition of skin microbial communities, disruptions to normal immune system development, and increased stress.
College of IST awards seed grants to 8 projects
| psu.edu
The Penn State College of Information Sciences and Technology recently announced eight projects that will receive funding from the college’s seed grant program. The program provides preliminary funding to support research activities and generate preliminary results that will eventually lead to bigger projects involving external funding. IST faculty wrote short proposals, which were reviewed by representatives of the college’s diverse faculty.
Spongy moth damage expected in central Pennsylvania this year
| northcentralpa.com
Many residents of Pennsylvania are likely aware of the damage spongy moth can do to our forested ecosystems, even if they are now scratching their heads and saying, “What in the world is a spongy moth?" This article mentions Penn State Extension research.
3D printing of medical devices focus of $2 million NSF grant
| news.engr.psu.edu
Additive manufacturing technology, also known as 3D printing, provides the opportunity to create customized medical devices. However, the capabilities to design and print the smart, flexible materials this type of equipment requires remain lacking, according to researchers at Penn State and The University of Texas at Austin.
Graduate students win best paper awards at international acoustics conference
| news.engr.psu.edu
Four Penn State graduate students won best student paper awards at recent international meetings of the Acoustical Society of America (ASA). According to its website, the ASA holds two meetings each year at various locations in the United States and Canada. Between 850 and 1,100 papers and posters are presented at each meeting.
Twenty student teams selected to compete in the 2023 Nittany AI Challenge
| psu.edu
Twenty student teams have moved on to the next Phase of the 2023 Nittany AI Challenge.
Four engineers recognized with NSF early career awards
| psu.edu
Four faculty members in Penn State’s College of Engineering were recognized with National Science Foundation Faculty Early Career Development Awards. Each project ranges in duration from 3 1/2 to 5 years, funded by grants worth roughly $500,000.
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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