Air quality research could improve public health in West Africa
Research that models nearly 60 years of air quality in West Africa could lend insights into better forecasting a hazard that affects more than 350 million people in the region, according to an international team of researchers.
Inaugural research symposium offers chance for undergraduates to showcase skills
An inaugural University-wide undergraduate research symposium will showcase work being conducted by women, minorities and first-year students in STEM fields.
'The Bearded Lady Project' exhibit opens in EMS Museum and Art Gallery
'The Bearded Lady Project' photography exhibit, which highlights women in science and draws attention to issues they face, is now open in the Earth and Mineral Sciences Museum & Art Gallery.
Penn State climate researcher looks at the causes behind weather extremes of summer 2018
Michael Mann, Penn State Distinguished Professor of Atmospheric Science, explains in that the future is still very much in our hands when it comes to dangerous and damaging summer weather extremes.
Inexpensive material offers solution for ocean oil spills
A super-absorbent material developed by Penn State scientists could dramatically reduce the environmental impact of oil spills on oceans and allow recovered oil to be refined normally.