Penn State launches artificial intelligence engineering degree and minor
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This fall, Penn State will launch a new bachelor of science degree in artificial intelligence engineering, one of the first of its kind in the country. The program, housed in the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science within the College of Engineering, will be focused on foundations of AI, encompassing both hardware and software, in addition to applications of AI.
Breaking a sweat: Using chloride in sweat to help diagnose cystic fibrosis
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A group of researchers at Penn State recently developed a wearable device capable of accurately tracking chloride ion levels in sweat, which is essential for evaluating hydration status and health conditions like cystic fibrosis and more. Their sensor allows for real-time tracking of an exercising person’s sweat through a hydrogel-based design that allows the device to operate with enhanced sensitivity, accuracy and efficiency, all while being reusable.
Ag Sciences Global Basecamp is a comprehensive resource for students
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There is a new, consolidated resource center open to all students in Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences — Ag Sciences Global Basecamp encompasses the Ag Food Pantry, the School Supplies Station and the Global Gear Closet.
Penn State wins four Professional Keystone Media Awards
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Members of the Department of Meteorology and Atmospheric Science in Penn State’s College of Earth and Mineral Sciences won four 2025 Professional Keystone Media Awards from the Pennsylvania News Media Association.
Discovering the living filter: A hidden gem of sustainability in State College
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Just beyond the quiet curve of Cricklewood Drive, behind the familiar trees of Toftrees, there’s a place where water works a little harder—and nature responds in kind. It’s called the Living Fil...
From microbes to megawatts: fueling innovation across disciplines
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At the Institute of Energy and the Environment, researchers break down boundaries to address urgent challenges through collective curiosity and collaboration.
Page Center seeks research on communicating advocacy and social responsibility
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The Page Center is seeking research proposals that examine the current state of corporate social responsibility, advocacy and activism in an age of political and cultural polarization. The call is part of the Center’s Page/Johnson Legacy Scholar Grant program, which annually supports scholars and professionals whose research contributes to academic literature and builds professional understanding of key issues.
American Society of Mechanical Engineers names two Penn State faculty as fellows
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Penn State faculty members Brian Fronk and Jessica Menold have been elected fellows of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), recognizing their significant contributions to engineering research, education and leadership within the ASME community. The honor is awarded to fewer than 4% of ASME members.
Q&A: Boosting research with supercomputing
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Penn State Institute for Computational and Data Sciences co-hires Ed O'Brien and Romit Maulik use Penn State's Roar supercomputer to super charge their research across different scientific domains. Roar enables O'Brien and Maulik to complete large-scale simulations, build machine learning models and algorithms, and perform complex statistical and mathematical calculations and analyses that aren't possible on a personal computer.
Advancing community-based research through PPIRA program initiatives
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The Presidential Public Impact Research Award (PPIRA) Program has selected five promising research initiatives from Penn State’s Commonwealth Campuses to provide support and opportunities for the faculty and students involved. This program was developed in partnership with Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi’s office, the Office of the Senior Vice President for Research, and Penn State’s Evidence-to-Impact Collaborative (EIC).
Eberly College introduces Science Matters: Spotlight Sessions outreach events
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The Penn State Eberly College of Science is introducing a new series of outreach events — Science Matters: Spotlight Sessions — to provide a unique opportunity for the community to engage directly with the brilliant minds working on the front lines of discovery to create positive, real-world impact.
Corn root traits evolved with both human-driven, natural environmental changes
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Over the centuries, root traits of corn — now the most widely planted crop in the U.S., and second globally (by acreage) — evolved in response to both changing environmental conditions and human agricultural practices. Because the role of roots in crop domestication in response to shifting circumstances remains unclear — and because it may be relevant to the present when a warming climate is stressing corn and other crops — a team of researchers led by Penn State plant scientists conducted a study to understand how root traits evolved during corn domestication.