University Access Committee celebrates 30 years of service
| psu.edu
Since 1994, the University Access Committee has been dedicated to identifying and eliminating physical barriers across Penn State, promoting the well-being of all community members and maintaining compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Pittsburgh's warm stretch has helped trigger a perfect storm of severe weather and tornadoes
| post-gazette.com
Experts say an uptick in tornadoes around Pittsburgh isn’t exactly an indication that we’re suddenly a part of Tornado Alley. This article quotes Paul Markowski, Distinguished Professor of Meteorology.
Q&A: How can I protect my family and pets from tick-borne diseases?
| psu.edu
A vector-borne disease program specialist with Penn State Extension discusses the health risks associated with the pesky pests, how to protect yourself and your pets, and how to help reduce ticks in your backyard.
Inside WA’s struggling honeybee industry
| seattletimes.com
Pollinators are a cornerstone to the world around us and they’re threatened from virtually every angle, threats best seen through the niche beekeeping industry responsible for an estimated third of the national food supply. This article quotes Margarita López-Uribe, associate professor of entomology.
Silicon on steroids
| happyvalleyindustry.com
In April, Penn State announced the formation of the Silicon Carbide Innovation Alliance (SCIA), “a coalition of industry leaders, academic institutions and government support with a focus on becoming the nation's central hub for research, development and workforce training in SiC crystal technology.”
College of Agricultural Sciences professor named a top scientist by Research.com
| psu.edu
A faculty member in the Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences has been named recipient of Research.com’s Plant Science and Agronomy Leader Award for 2024 and is included in the academic platform’s 2024 Ranking of Best Scientists in the Field of Plant Science and Agronomy.
Penn State part of $6.6M consortium to improve weather forecasting
| psu.edu
Researchers at Penn State are part of a multi-university team selected to receive $6.6 million in recommended funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The group will establish a new multi-university data assimilation consortium to improve weather forecasts using enhanced numerical weather prediction systems.
Type 2 diabetes treatment found to impact fungal community in human gut
| psu.edu
Research led by scientists at Penn State's One Health Microbiome Center have found that metformin, a drug commonly used to treat Type 2 diabetes, has impacts on fungal elements of the human gut microbiome.
Exhibition showcases art and science collaborations
| psu.edu
An art exhibition showcasing recent collaborations in art and science will be on display in the Huck Life Sciences Building on May 30 and May 31 in conjunction with the One Health Microbiome Center Biennial Symposium.
Models said we'd see fewer but stronger hurricanes. Were they wrong?
| floridatoday.com
Does global warming cause fewer but stronger hurricanes? Climate models seem to have gotten much of their predictions of a key hurricane driver wrong. This article mentions Penn State research.
It’s okay to mow in May, but to help pollinators, add native plants
| discovermagazine.com
It’s a simple idea: Stop mowing your lawn in the month of May to let flowers in the lawn, such as dandelions and clover, grow and support bees and other pollinators. This article was written by Christina Grozinger, Publius Vergilius Maro Professor of Entomology, and Harland Patch, assistant research professor of entomology.
Penn State DuBois faculty member Emily Thomas receives two awards
| psu.edu
Emily Thomas, associate teaching professor of wildlife technology at Penn State DuBois, recently received the DuBois Educator of the Year Award and the University College Faculty Service Award.
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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