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2D layered devices can self-assemble with precision 07/05/2017

Squid-inspired proteins can act as programmable assemblers of 2D materials, like graphene oxide, to form hybrid materials with minute spacing between layers suitable for high-efficiency devices including flexible electronics, energy storage systems and mechanical actuators, according to an interdisciplinary team of Penn State researchers.

Ceramide nanoliposome, an investigational compound developed by Penn State researchers that targets and destroys cancer while leaving healthy cells unharmed, has been approved for phase one clinical human trials by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Researchers used nanotechnology to stabilize ceramide, a delicate compound that's a known anticancer therapeutic agent.

Investigational cancer compound receives FDA approval to begin human trials 06/29/2017

An investigational compound developed by Penn State researchers that targets and destroys cancer cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed has been approved for phase one clinical human trials by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Robinson’s career at EMS evolved as quickly as technology he oversaw 06/28/2017

Tim Robinson said he joined the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences and the technology field at an exciting time, and his decades-long career at Penn State reflects the rapid pace of the budding technology's impact on education. He's even expanded his role in the college, teaching classes related to energy and sustainability. Robinson is retiring on June 30.

Jon Nese, senior lecturer and associate head for undergraduate programs in the Department of Meteorology and Atmospheric Science interviewing Charles Hosler, professor emeritus of meteorology and dean emeritus of the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, about the June 1957 weather forecast.

Celebrating 60 years of Penn State TV weather broadcasts 06/26/2017

The year is 1957. The average cost of a gallon of gas is 24 cents. American Bandstand began airing on ABC in August. Sputnik 1, the first artificial satellite, was launched by the Soviet Union in October. June 1957 is also when Penn State produced its first TV weather broadcast, and this month marks the 60th anniversary of televised weather broadcasts by the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences’ Department of Meteorology and Atmospheric Science.

Penn State DuBois Associate Professor of Mathematics and Geosciences Byron Parizek during an excursion to Sawyer Glacier in Alaska.

Parizek receives Faculty Scholar Award 06/26/2017

Penn State DuBois Associate Professor of Mathematics and Geosciences Byron Parizek has been honored with the University College Faculty Scholar Award. In its inaugural year, the award will be given annually to a full-time or part-time faculty member in Penn State's 14-campus University College system who has demonstrated excellence in research, scholarship and/or creative accomplishments. It is also in recognition of significant and sustained contribution of research, scholarship and creative accomplishments accumulated during their employment at Penn State, as well as with undergraduate students, and to those who have had a significant impact on their academic field of study.