Earth and Mineral Sciences graduate fellow builds belonging safety net for peers
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As an undergraduate student majoring in mathematics at Texas Tech, Nicholas Prince got involved in research and loved it, he said. He never considered earning a doctorate, but his undergraduate research adviser convinced him otherwise. Now, at Penn State, he's a We Are for Science Fellow in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, and he's helping to build a support network for graduate students.
Penn State Harrisburg to host 5th annual DE&I In Tech Summit
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Penn State Harrisburg will host the Technology Council of Central PA’s 5th Annual DE&I In Tech Summit on Wednesday, March 19, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Capital Union Building. This year’s theme, “Broadening Participation in Tech,” will focus on practical strategies to foster a culture of inclusive excellence in the tech industry.
Penn State engages with NRC to build a new nuclear research facility
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Drawing on strong heritages of innovation to meet the renewed interest in nuclear energy, Penn State and Westinghouse Electric Co. are partnering to unlock the potential of the industry-leading eVinci microreactor by engaging with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to develop a new nuclear research facility at the University Park campus.
Researchers take a new look at passive ways to cool buildings
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Facilities managers looking for ways to reduce air conditioning costs might find inspiration from recent research into passive cooling designs. This article quotes Akhlesh Lakhtakia, professor of engineering science and mechanics.
Wangda Zuo elected fellow of international engineering society
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The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) recently awarded Wangda Zuo, professor of architectural engineering, affiliate professor of mechanical engineering and associate director for research of Penn State’s Global Building Network, the title of fellow. Zuo’s induction took place on Feb. 8 at the 2025 ASHRAE Winter Conference in Orlando, Florida.
Architect focusing on virtual immersive environments to visit Penn State March 5
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The Stuckeman School is hosting Luisa Caldas, a professor of architecture at the University of California, Berkeley who specializes in virtual immersive environments in architecture, for a lecture at 4 p.m. March 5 in the Stuckeman Family Jury Space.
Penn State opens doors to world travel, learning for EMS student
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Sofia Hoffman has dreams of a career that will take her around the world — and thanks to her time at Penn State, it’s off to a good start.
Architecture professor recognized with national brick education award
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Orsolya Gáspár, assistant professor of architecture in the Stuckeman School, was named a recipient of the 2025 Brick in Architectural Education Prize by the Brick Industry Association and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture. The award recognizes effective, innovative course proposals and curricula that create a stimulating environment for learning about brick.
Medtronic Chairman, CEO Geoff Martha to give keynote at Venture and IP Conference
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Geoff Martha, chairman and CEO of global healthcare technology company Medtronic, will be the keynote speaker at the 2025 Invent Penn State Venture & IP Conference on April 10–11 at the Penn Stater Conference Center. His fireside chat with Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi will take place at noon on April 10.
Associate director of the Cocoziello Institute of Real Estate Innovation named
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Jennifer K. Wagner, assistant professor of law, policy, and engineering and of anthropology at Penn State, has been named the associate director of the Cocoziello Institute of Real Estate Innovation, effective immediately.
Penn State Harrisburg grows Research Experience for Undergraduates initiative
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Penn State Harrisburg’s Office of Research and Outreach has provided funding to support 12 undergraduate research projects, involving 21 students, during the 2024-25 academic year, through a new initiative designed to support and grow undergraduate research opportunities on campus.
Penn State professors explore partnership opportunities in Kazakhstan
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In November of 2024, two professors from the Penn State College of Engineering — Igor Aronson, Huck Chair Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, and Mathematics, and Slava V. Rotkin, Frontier Professor of Engineering Science and Mechanics, and professor of Physics and of biomedical engineering — visited four leading research universities in Kazakhstan to deepen and expand strategic collaboration.