Penn State, University of Freiburg announce joint seed-grant recipients
| psu.edu
The Convergence Center for Living Multifunctional Material Systems, in partnership with the University of Freiburg’s Cluster of Excellence for Living, Adaptive and Energy-autonomous Materials Systems, has announced the recipients of the inaugural Living Multifunctional Materials Collaborative Research Seed Grant Program. Three joint faculty teams from Penn State University and University of Freiburg were selected for the program.
Sick of dangerous city traffic? Remove left turns
| theconversation.com
Left turns are dangerous and slow down traffic. One solution? Get rid of them. New research shows that limiting left turns at busy intersections would improve safety and reduce frustrating backups.
Growing Impact: Unlocking a world of energy
| Featuring Mohamed Badissy
Some countries in Africa and Asia have been locked into contracts that prevent improvements to existing electricity systems. Mohamed Badissy and his team are examining these contracts to find ways that could make these systems more efficient, sustainable, and cleaner.
Institute awards 14 computational and data sciences seed grants
| psu.edu
From safe road to exoplanet discovery, Institute for Computational and Data Sciences seed grants are designed to help scientists use the latest computational technology and cutting-edge data science techniques to deepen understanding and develop innovation across fields and disciplines.
Penn State announces academic promotions, effective July 1, 2021
| psu.edu
The following is a list of academic promotions for tenured and tenure-line faculty members at Penn State, effective July 1.
'Seeing' previously unseen nano-level glass damage
| news.psu.edu
An advanced form of spectroscopy has enabled a team of researchers to "see" nano-level imperfections in glass, a finding that could potentially lead to more durable, stronger glass.
Observing eco farmers could guide sustainable information technology innovation
| news.psu.edu
Cutting-edge agricultural technology has advanced in recent years, introducing innovations from self-driving tractors and laser scarecrows to robotic bees that aid in pollination. Does their impact on the global climate make communities and the world a better place?
'Getting to Negative: Strategies, Ethics and Co-benefits' webinar on May 19
| news.psu.edu
Increasingly aggressive strategies are needed to reduce current and future carbon emissions and proactively remove carbon-based heat-trapping gasses that have been emitted to date. A panel of experts will discuss this topic during the webinar “Getting to negative: strategies, ethics and co-benefits.” The virtual webinar will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on May 19 and is free and open to the public.
Three selected as Administrative Fellows for 2021-22
| news.psu.edu
The Administrative Fellows Program offers Penn State faculty and staff the opportunity to work with senior University officers to gain knowledge and experiences pertaining to the challenges of leadership in the academic community. The Administrative Fellows for 2021-22 are Carrie Jackson, Erica Smithwick and Kristin Sykes.
June 9 webinar to focus on adaptive architecture research, collaboration
| psu.edu
A June 9 interactive webinar will focus on adaptive architecture research, a critical component in the pursuit of the sustainable, equitable and resource-efficient future of the built environment. Attendees can share, collaborate and ideate new research ventures in preparation of the next Living Multifunctional Materials Collaborative Research Seed Grant Program.
Penn State EnvironMentors, Changing the STEM narrative
| by Lorraine Jones
First-generation, racially marginalized groups and women both remain underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education and careers. White women make up 18% of the STEM workforce compared to 49% of their white male counterparts. Racially marginalized groups continue to be in the single digits within the STEM workforce.
June 9 webinar to focus on adaptive architecture research, collaboration
| news.psu.edu
A June 9 interactive webinar will focus on adaptive architecture research, a critical component in the pursuit of the sustainable, equitable and resource-efficient future of the built environment. Attendees can share, collaborate and ideate new research ventures in preparation of the next Living Multifunctional Materials Collaborative Research Seed Grant Program.
Flooding is the world's most devastating natural disaster, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. Millions of Americans live in high-risk flood zones, with the threat amplified by climate change and aging infrastructure. This episode explores how innovative computer modeling and visualizations can help communities plan for future flood risks and develop effective response strategies. Listen to the podcast.
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