Penn State to host the 20th North American Mine Ventilation Symposium
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Penn State will host the 20th North American Mine Ventilation Symposium in collaboration with the Society of Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration (SME) and the SME Underground Ventilation Committee on June 21–26 in Pittsburgh.
Ashtekar Frontiers of Science lecture series celebrates ‘Year of Quantum’
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The United Nations designated 2025 as the “Year of Quantum” to recognize the contributions in quantum science since the development of quantum mechanics 100 years ago. To celebrate this scientific milestone, the Penn State Eberly College of Science’s Ashtekar Frontiers of Science lecture series, which ran Jan. 25 through March 22, focused on quantum science and the impact that Penn State is making in the field. Now, the lectures are available to watch online.
Deadline to experience the free 200 Acres sound walk is June 30
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The free, self-guided walking tour 200 Acres, which refers to the tract of land that Penn State first occupied, will conclude on June 30. Don’t miss this final opportunity to see the extraordinary in the mundane and gain new perspectives on familiar places.
Two Penn State students help Allentown create city's first climate action plan
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Penn State students LaKeisha Riley and Baylee Balogh are playing an instrumental role in helping the city of Allentown, Pennsylvania, develop its first climate action plan.
The buzz is real: Penn State Schuylkill beekeeping club takes flight
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The Penn State Schuylkill Beekeeping Club has experienced a remarkable revival under the leadership of faculty adviser Mary Ann Smith and student co-presidents James Bell and Zachary Fisher. Originally founded in 2021, the club was reinvigorated after nearly dissolving, and has since expanded its hive count, club membership, and community outreach.
Why Kering's industry-first water strategy matters
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The luxury conglomerate has outlined a plan to become “water positive”, laying the groundwork for other brands to follow. It’s a bold move, but experts say it’s just the beginning. This article quotes Christine Kirchhoff, associate professor of engineering design and innovation.
Student team sets school record, places third at Shell Eco-Marathon
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Penn State’s Shell Eco-Marathon team recently placed third at the annual Shell Eco-Marathon, an international competition that challenges teams to design and build a vehicle with the highest possible fuel efficiency. The team — consisting mostly of mechanical engineering majors who participate in the competition as their senior capstone projects — raced against seven other teams in their category on April 2-6 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.
Architecture grad students earn gold mention in international design competition
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A project by two Stuckeman School architecture graduate students earned fifth place overall in the worldwide TerraViva “Easdale Ferry Office” Competition that welcomed entries from students as well as professional design practices.
Tiny particles may help cure disease and clean up pollution
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Tiny self-powered Janus particles navigate tight spaces, showing promise for health and environmental problem-solving. This article features Penn State research.
Experts sound alarm on critical threat putting farmers' livelihoods at risk: 'We may lose local ... populations'
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Although Cambodia's native bees are not currently in danger of extinction, a recent study found that the populations are diminishing. This article mentions Penn State research.
US scientists' 'cold' manufacturing method boosts EV battery efficiency
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Penn State researchers are creating solid-state batteries with ceramic-polymer composites to enhance stability and safety compared to lithium-ion batteries.
Institute for Computational and Data Sciences issues call for proposals
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The Penn State Institute for Computational and Data Sciences has announced a new program to foster interdisciplinary collaborations among early career researchers and Penn State faculty.