Research News Archive
Dave Boak, a Master of Science student in the Department of Biological Sciences, recently conducted field research in the Mojave Desert as part of his graduate work. Boak, a member of the Palmquist Lab, traveled with Dr. Kyle Palmquist to sites in Nevada and California, where they collaborated with researchers… Read More
Ten Marshall University students have been selected to participate in the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) program. The competitive 10‑week program supports undergraduate research across STEM fields and provides funding to enhance student scholarship and innovation. SURE awards are determined through a competitive review process conducted by a committee of… Read More
Students in the Marshall University Physics program have earned recognition for their work throughout the semester, receiving awards, scholarships, and presentation opportunities across a range of academic venues. Honored students include Niko Faulcon, Tyler Parsons, Diesel Bryant, Marshall Smith, Paul Varney, and Tanner Hey. These students presented their research at… Read More
The Marshall University College of Science is celebrating a milestone achievement as the Chemistry Department and the Department of Natural Resources and Earth Sciences received the university’s first‑ever royalty check distribution. The distribution marks an important step in translating research and innovation into sustained support for academic programs. Special recognition… Read More
Environmental Science students from Marshall University spent the weekend at Red River Gorge conducting hands‑on field research as part of their coursework. The trip gave students the opportunity to apply classroom learning in a real‑world setting while collecting ecological data in a dynamic natural environment. During the visit, students gathered… Read More
The Department of Natural Resources and Earth Sciences in the College of Science has received royalty funding generated from a patented DNA‑based process developed by former students working with Dr. Liz Murray. The work was created through student research conducted in collaboration with faculty and supported by grant funding. The… Read More
College of Science hosts annual Research Day 2026
April 21, 2026 · Research, Science Abstracts
The College of Science hosted COS Research Day on Friday, April 17, 2026, in the Science Building. Students presented research and creative scholarship spanning multiple disciplines, sharing their work with faculty and fellow students. Research Day highlighted innovation, curiosity, and the strong culture of scholarship within the College of Science. Read More
Faculty and students from the Marshall University Department of Biological Sciences recently traveled to Carter Caves State Resort Park in eastern Kentucky to take part in the park’s annual Wildflower Weekend. Members of the Palmquist, Puppo, and Shakirov research labs spent the day observing and identifying spring wildflowers in one… Read More
Vinu Chandrasekar, a pre‑medicine and biology major in Marshall University’s College of Science, has been selected for the American Physiological Society’s Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF). Chandrasekar will participate in the highly competitive national program while conducting hands‑on physiology research alongside Dr. Pierre. The SURF program provides funding, travel support,… Read More
Marshall University Board of Governors recently recognized Dr. Jagan Valluri, professor of biology in the College of Science, for a major milestone in cancer research. Valluri is a co‑developer of ChemoID, a precision oncology diagnostic created in collaboration with Pier Paolo Claudio, formerly of the Joan C. Edwards School of… Read More