Mathematics & Physics News Archive
The College of Science at Marshall University is pleased to announce that the NASA West Virginia Space Grant Consortium has awarded funding for the second annual College of Science High School Science Day (HSSD)—a NASA Day event proudly sponsored by the Consortium. Led by Dr. Sean P. McBride, associate professor in the Department of Mathematics
he College of Science at Marshall University is excited to announce that the NASA West Virginia Space Grant Consortium has awarded funding for the first annual Family Science Fun Day, scheduled for Saturday, March 28, 2026. Organized by Dr. Sachiko McBride, assistant professor in the Department of Mathematics and Physics, this one-day community event will
Congratulations to Dr. Maria Hamilton, professor in the Department of Mathematics and Physics, on receiving funding from the National Science Foundation for her project “Cross-Validation of Binary Neutron Star Mergers Simulations across Multiple Codes.” The three-year, $150,000 award will advance research into binary neutron star mergers—rare cosmic events that offer valuable insights into the laws
The College of Science had plenty to cheer about during Saturday’s game against EKU—starting with two incredible supporters who are helping open doors for our students. We were honored to welcome Mr. Ed McComas, who recently established the Camp McComas Scholarship. This new award will support West Virginia students pursuing degrees in Environmental Science or
The Marshall University Astronomy Club (MUAC) and the Society of Physics Students (SPS) recently joined forces with Barboursville Parks and Recreation for a dazzling night under the stars. Led by Recreation and Activities Coordinator Andre Price, the stargazing event welcomed community members of all ages—including Barboursville Park Junior Rangers—to explore the night sky. Through club
July was a busy—and global—month for Dr. Tom Cuchta of Marshall University’s Department of Mathematics and Physics. He was an invited speaker at not one, but two international conferences spotlighting cutting-edge research in mathematical theory. First stop: Guangzhao, China, for the 30th International Conference on Difference Equations and Applications (ICDEA 2025). Dr. Cuchta co-organized a
This summer, the Department of Mathematics and Physics at Marshall University welcomed ten undergraduate researchers from across the country for the second annual Appalachian Mathematics and Physics Site (AMPS) REU program. Funded by the National Science Foundation (award #2349289), AMPS gives students a chance to spend the summer as full-time, paid researchers working alongside faculty
Drs. Sean and Sachiko McBride from Marshall University’s Department of Mathematics and Physics brought out the fun side of physics during their second round of participation in the PROPEL Youth Enrichment Camp on July 8! Hosted by the Prevention Empowerment Partnership (PEP) in collaboration with the Phil Cline Family YMCA in Huntington, the camp invited
Dr. Tom Cuchta, faculty member in Marshall University’s Department of Mathematics and Physics, recently served as both a speaker and organizing committee member at the sixth Dynamical Equations on Time Scales workshop, held this June at the prestigious Banach Center in Bȩdlewo, Poland. This international gathering brought together mathematicians from around the globe—including Australia, Brazil,
The sparks were flying—literally—during Marshall University’s annual Science Demo Show on July 7, where Health Science and Technology Academy (HSTA) students experienced the thrill of science in action! Hosted by Drs. Sean and Sachiko McBride from the Department of Mathematics and Physics, the event was packed with jaw-dropping experiments and interactive demonstrations. From walking on