Internet fiber optics could provide valuable insight into geological phenomena
| psu.edu
Fiber-optic cables run underneath nearly all city grids across the United States and provide internet and cable TV to millions, but what if those systems could also provide valuable information related to hazardous events such as earthquakes and flooding? A team of researchers at Penn State have found they can do just that.
What's behind $15,000 electricity bills in Texas?
| theconversation.com
Some Texans are receiving eye-popping electric bills after power providers passed on volatile costs to some of their customers – legally.
EarthTalks examines the carbon footprint of the built environment
| news.psu.edu
Esther Obonyo, associate professor of engineering design and architectural engineering at Penn State, will discuss ways to reduce the carbon footprint of the built environment at 4 p.m. Monday, March 1.
Penn State research impacts the world
| news.psu.edu
Providing multiple examples of what differentiates Penn State from peer institutions and how access to world-class researchers impacts the lives of Penn State students, Lora Weiss, senior vice president for Research, presented an overview of the University’s research enterprise during the Board of Trustees meeting of the Committee on Academic Affairs, Research, and Student Life.
13 faculty named 2021 distinguished professors at Penn State
| psu.edu
Penn State's Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs has named 13 distinguished professors for 2021.
Aerospace engineer takes fluid approach for creative problem-solving
| news.psu.edu
To Mark Miller, assistant professor of aerospace engineering, engineering is about imagination.
Student funding available for laboratory research
| news.psu.edu
The Energy and Environmental Sustainability Laboratories (EESL) announced its 2020-21 funding opportunity for Penn State students. The program, called EESL Green, is now accepting proposals for funding that will support energy and environment, materials and fermentation laboratory research.
Calling Penn State community startups: Apply for Venture Connection April 15-16
| psu.edu
The 2021 fully virtual Invent Penn State Venture and IP Conference, being held April 15-16, is accepting applications for entrepreneurs to participate in Venture Connection, an online event where capital-seeking startups can have face-to-face meetings with venture capital investors.
Picture a Scientist Week to highlight diversity, equity in STEM beginning Feb. 6
| psu.edu
Picture a Scientist Week, jointly sponsored by the Eberly College of Science and College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, will feature events focused on celebrating diversity and equity in the STEM fields in conjunction with Black History Month. Virtual events will begin on Feb. 6 and will continue through Feb. 16.
NASA Pa. Space Grant accepting graduate research fellowship applications
| news.psu.edu
The NASA Pennsylvania Space Grant Consortium is currently accepting applications to its graduate research fellowship program. The program offers funding to outstanding students in the STEM, education and humanities fields who are conducting research related to NASA’s science and outreach missions.
NASA Pennsylvania Space Grant Consortium accepting undergraduate applications
| news.psu.edu
The NASA Pennsylvania Space Grant Consortium is accepting applications for the 2021-22 Undergraduate Scholarship Program. The statewide program awards a limited number of one-year scholarships to rising juniors and seniors who are enrolled full-time at an accredited Pennsylvania college or university. Online applications, including all supporting materials, are due by midnight on March 1.
Revamped webinar series to feature energy, environment topics, facilities
| news.psu.edu
The Energy and Environmental Sustainability Laboratories (EESL) announced an expanded webinar series starting on, Feb. 3, which will discuss diverse energy and environmental topics and the ways Penn State can support analytical needs through EESL and other facilities.
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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