Applications now open to faculty for Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program for 2025-26
| psu.edu
The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program's 2025-26 competition is now open for faculty, staff and administrators, featuring more than 400 awards offered in more than 135 countries. The awards cycle is open until Sept. 16.
Rural health advocate receives Health Equity Champion Award
| psu.edu
Lisa Davis, director of the Pennsylvania Office of Rural Health, was presented with the Pennsylvania Department of Health, Office of Health Equity 2024 Health Equity Champion Award. The award was presented during the 2024 Pennsylvania Health Equity Summit.
IceCube researchers detect a rare type of energetic neutrino sent from powerful astronomical objects
| theconversation.com
Tau neutrinos are notoriously difficult to spot in detectors like IceCube. But researchers have managed to isolate 7 candidates.
New center supported by NSF will catalyze data-driven insights in molecular and cellular biosciences
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The U.S. National Science Foundation has made a $20 million award to support the creation of the National Synthesis Center for Emergence in the Molecular and…
$20M NSF grant to support center to study how complex biological processes arise
| psu.edu
A $20 million grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation will support the establishment and operation of the National Synthesis Center for Emergence in the Molecular and Cellular Sciences at Penn State. The center will enable research that uses existing, publicly available data to glean new insights about how complex biological systems, such as cells, emerge from simpler molecules. Findings from the research could eventually inform the development of disease treatments and other applications such as minimizing the negative effects of aging.
FDA finds traces of bird flu virus in grocery store milk but says pasteurized dairy is still safe
| wfmz.com
The FDA said that it does not think it is likely that the particles would able to infect people but it is conducting additional tests to be completely sure. This article quotes Mark Boudreau, teaching professor of biology at Penn State Brandywine.
For millions of Americans, high-speed internet is unavailable or unaffordable − a telecommunications expert explains how to bring broadband to the places that need it the most
| theconversation.com
Affordable access to high-speed internet brings educational opportunities, economic development and better access to health professionals. This article quotes Christopher Ali, Pioneers Chair of Telecommunications.
Dairy cows transported between states must now be tested for bird flu
| nytimes.com
Since a new form of bird flu arrived in 2022, federal officials have sought to reassure Americans that the threat to the public remained low. This article quotes Troy Sutton, assistant professor of veterinary and biomedical sciences.
Geography student explores food sustainability at Taproot Kitchen
| psu.edu
Geography undergraduate student James Schafer has found a way to apply his geography education to address local issues, particularly around food sustainability and social empowerment, through volunteering with Taproot Kitchen.
Penn State molecular biologist, Ross Hardison, named an AAAS Fellow
| psu.edu
Ross Hardison, Academy Professor and professor emeritus of biochemistry and molecular biology, has been named a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
Engineering professor named AIMBE fellow
| psu.edu
Patrick Drew, professor of engineering science and mechanics and an associate director of the Huck Institutes, was inducted into the 2024 class of fellows for the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering.
US government commits $2.5M to battery-testing center at Penn State Behrend
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Penn State Behrend has been awarded $2.5 million in federal funding to develop a battery-testing facility in the college’s Knowledge Park, where a planned Center for Manufacturing Competitiveness will support the transition to battery-powered heavy-haul equipment in the rail, marine and mining industries.
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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