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Chemistry professor Dr. McCunn-Jordan receives American Chemical Society grant
Congratulations, Dr. Laura McCunn-Jordan! She has received an ACS PRF supplemental grant. The award amount of $25,000 is for support of Dr. McCunn’s proposed research: Supplement: Pyrolysis Reactions of Polyvinylchloride Derivatives.
Natural Resources & the Environment students experience learning through field trip
September 27, 2024 · Natural Resources & Earth Sciences, Natural Resources & the Environment, Science Abstracts
Earlier today, the NRE 200 Intro to Agriculture class embarked on a memorable field trip to a local native plant nursery and tropical greenhouse—despite the rain! While the weather may have been dreary, our spirits were high as we explored the vibrant world of native plants and learned about their importance in our ecosystems. We
Natural Resources & the Environment students participate in soil sampling
September 24, 2024 · Natural Resources & Earth Sciences, Natural Resources & the Environment, Science Abstracts
Last week, our students hit the field for some hands-on soil sampling at Terra Fate! Not only did they practice essential field sampling methods, but they will also contribute to enhancing soil fertility for the local horticulture business. It’s fantastic to see their skills in action while supporting our community’s agricultural efforts. Every sample taken
College of Science alumnus awarded for research documentary Canary
Congratulations to Canary, winner of the Feature category at the 2024 Jackson Wild Media Awards! This remarkable achievement is a testament to the entire Canary team’s dedication. The film follows Marshall University and College of Science alumnus Dr. Lonnie Thompson as he seeks Earth’s history contained in glaciers atop the tallest mountains in the world.
Math faculty presents at Approximation Theory and Special Functions conference held in Ankara, Türkiye
Math professor Dr. Tom Cuchta was invited to speak in a special session titled “Hypergeometric Functions, Orthogonal Polynomials, and Multivariable Polynomials” at the 8th Approximation Theory and Special Functions conference held in Ankara, Türkiye on 4-6 September 2024. His talk was on some recent and forthcoming research on hypergeometric functions and was titled “Discrete and
Natural Resources & the Environment faculty awarded USDA capacity building grant
September 12, 2024 · Natural Resources & Earth Sciences, Natural Resources & the Environment, Research, Science Abstracts
We’re thrilled to share that Assistant Professor Autumn Starcher-Patton has been awarded a $150,000 capacity building grant from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture! Her project, “Agriculture and Natural Resources Microcredentials to Support Workforce Development in Southwestern West Virginia,” aims to make a significant impact in our region. Here’s what’s in store: Assessing
Biology to offer Tropical Biology & Conservation course in Costa Rica
September 3, 2024 · Biological Sciences, Science Abstracts
Join us in Costa Rica summer 2025! MU Biological Sciences will be offering a Tropical Biology and Conservation course in Costa Rica from June 10-25, 2025. The registration deadline is February 1, 2025. We will be showcasing this and other opportunities at the MU Study Abroad Fair on September 4, 2024 in the MSC from
Cyber Forensics & Security faculty speaks at Greenbrier cybersecurity panel
August 31, 2024 · Criminal Justice, Criminology, & Forensic Sciences, Cyber Forensics & Security, Faculty Scholars, Forensic Science, Science Abstracts
In Dr. Josh Brunty’s own words. “Earlier today, I had the honor of speaking on a cybersecurity panel at The Greenbrier Hotel & Resort with distinguished panelists from West Virginia University, West Virginia State University, the Department of Defense, and The College Board at the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce Annual Business Summit. It was
Marshall University receives NSF award for state-of-the-art X-ray Diffraction System
August 19, 2024 · Chemistry, Criminal Justice, Criminology, & Forensic Sciences, Forensic Science, Geology, Natural Resources & Earth Sciences, Research, Science Abstracts
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded nearly $340,000 to Marshall University to acquire a state-of-the-art Rigaku SmartLab SE X-ray Diffraction system, to be housed in the College of Science at Marshall University. This grant was awarded through the NSF’s Major Research Instrumentation Program, which supports faculty members in obtaining expensive, cutting-edge research tools that
SURE program researchers present on Marshall campus
On July 26th, ten STEM student researchers presented summaries of their efforts performed over 10 weeks of the summer in a variety of laboratories on the Marshall campus. The objective of the SURE program is to enhance the intellectual infrastructure of the state by supporting undergraduates who are interested in performing research in any STEM