Huanyu “Larry” Cheng recognized on 2024 Highly Cited Researchers list
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Huanyu “Larry” Cheng, James L. Henderson, Jr. Memorial Associate Professor of Engineering Science and Mechanics, was featured on the Web of Science Group’s 2024 Highly Cited Researchers List. Cheng is joined on the list by nine other Penn State researchers from across the University.
X-ray vision: Seeing through the mystery of an X-ray emissions mechanism
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A team of Penn State researchers used mathematical modeling to explain the underlying mechanism at play in X-ray emissions that was previously not understood.
Materials Research Institute names 2024 Roy Award winners
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Six Penn State materials researchers have received the 2024 Rustum and Della Roy Innovation in Materials Research Award, recognizing a wide range of research with societal impact. The award is presented by the Materials Research Institute and recognizes recent interdisciplinary materials research at Penn State that yields innovative and unexpected results.
How solutions journalism can transform climate change reporting and inspire action
| by Cassandra LC Troy
News coverage focused on climate solutions can can motivate people to engage in climate-friendly behaviors. However, journalists face challenges in reporting on these complex issues, and they need support to inform and empower the public.
Brief scientific literacy interventions may quash new conspiracy theories
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Brief scientific literacy interventions like short videos focused on critical thinking skills can help to undermine conspiracy beliefs and behaviors, according to a study led by Penn State researchers.
Penn State glass expert John Mauro recognized by World Academy of Ceramics
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John Mauro, an internationally recognized materials expert and co-inventor of LionGlass, has been elected an academician by the World Academy of Ceramics (WAC). Professional members of WAC, known as academicians, are individuals who have made an international noteworthy contribution to the advancement of ceramics, according to WAC. The appointment as an academician is honorary and rewards the personal merits in the field.
Penn State, Tohoku University eye further research partnership activities
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Tohoku University, one of Penn State's strategic partners, recently invited Lee Kump, dean of the College of Earth and Minerals Sciences, to visit the university in Sendai, Japan. They discussed numerous opportunities to grow Tohoku University’s International Research Excellence initiative with expanded engagement in research collaboration and education exchange with Penn State.
Researchers to study how to make carbon-storing product safer, more sustainable
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Able to store carbon to offset emissions and prevent soil degradation and pollution, charcoal-like biochar could offer a sustainable solution to a lot of environmental challenges — if its production can be made greener. Supported by a three-year, $799,883 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture, an international team led by researchers at Penn State will address the so-called “dark side” of biochar, assessing the threat of organic contaminant residues in biorefinery char products.
First Opportunity Grants awarded to faculty
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The new Opportunity Grant Professional Development Program awarded its first grants to 51 teaching and clinical non-tenure-line faculty.
E3!: Agrifood systems educator program launched by the Global Teach Ag Network
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Penn State's Global Teach Ag Network is launching a new program focusing on professional development for teachers in agriculture, thanks to new funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
Session proposals for 2025 Climate Solutions Symposium now being accepted
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The Penn State Climate Consortium has announced a call for breakout sessions for the 2025 Climate Solutions Symposium, taking place May 19–20, 2025, at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center.
Now live: Community Impact Map showcases Penn State outreach across commonwealth
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The Penn State Community Impact Map is live and serving as a public resource to highlight the work of Commonwealth Campuses, colleges and other Penn State units across Pennsylvania.
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