Climate conference to feature Penn State researchers Sept. 16-18
More than 20 Penn State researchers are participating in the upcoming climate solutions conference Research to Action: The Science of Drawdown.
Climate conference to be livestreamed
Research to Action: The Science of Drawdown, the conference focused on climate solutions being hosted at Penn State from Sept. 16-18, will be livestreamed online for free.
Two Penn State researchers join Institutes of Energy and the Environment
Penn State researchers Jose D. Fuentes, professor of meteorology, and Feifei Shi, assistant professor of energy engineering, have joined the Institutes of Energy and the Environment (IEE). Both are faculty members in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences.
Researchers unearth cost-effective method for finding shale gas
A new method for exploring natural gas in the Marcellus Shale, developed by Penn State researchers, shows potential high yield areas can be found more easily and with lower costs.
Helping Alaskan coastal communities adjust to global warming
A $3 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) will allow Penn State researchers to assist Alaskan coastal communities with environmental changes that threaten to irrevocably damage their way of life.
Researchers identify five factors for better coastal risk-management strategies
A team of Penn State researchers has identified five factors that can better characterize risk management options to protect coastal populations from rising sea levels and storm surges.
Geosciences department aims to improve diversity in field with new position
A new position in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences' Department of Geosciences aims to improve diversity in the field by beginning pioneering efforts at Penn State.
Winners announced for 11th annual Materials Visualization Competition
The winners of the 11th annual Materials Visualization Competition (MVC), a scientific visual and artistic competition sponsored by the Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MatSE) and the Materials Research Institute (MRI) at Penn State, have been announced.
Researchers develop affordable, less-intensive methane detection protocol
A new testing protocol that uses existing, affordable water chemistry tests can help scientists and regulators detect sites showing evidence of new methane gas leaks caused by oil and gas drilling, according to Penn State researchers.
Mining internship provides a deep learning experience for Penn State student
Penn State Brandywine student Samuel Dikeumunna spent 11 weeks this summer at the Turquoise Ridge/Twin Creeks gold mine operated by Nevada Gold Mines near Golconda, Nevada.