Climate science symposium to honor African-American meteorology pioneer
Warren Washington became the second African-American nationwide to earn a doctoral degree in meteorology when he received his degree from Penn State in 1964, but his ties to the University extend beyond that.
Energy and Mineral Engineering to host research showcase on Sept. 10
The College of Earth and Mineral Sciences’ John and Willie Leone Family Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering (EME) will be hosting a research showcase, “Sustainability in Energy and Mineral Resources Engineering,” from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 10.
New dual-title doctoral degree in climate science launched
Climate science is a field devoted to the study of Earth’s climate in the past, present and future. Understanding the Earth’s future climate is vital, and in response Penn State has established a new dual-title doctoral program in climate science.
Panel of climate experts to discuss climate change on Sept. 5
Penn State will host a panel discussion on climate change topics related to Earth observations, Earth system modeling and policy on Wednesday, Sept. 5, in the Freeman Auditorium of the HUB-Robeson Center on the University Park campus. Panel discussion will start at 6:30 p.m. followed by a question-and-answer session.
Device harvests energy from low-frequency vibrations
A wearable energy-harvesting device could generate energy from the swing of an arm while walking or jogging, according to a team of researchers from Penn State's Materials Research Institute and the University of Utah.