Science Abstracts News Archive
Environmental science major Stephen Balko is combining undergraduate research, fieldwork and conservation planning to help improve understanding of the Ohio River and its ecosystems. After discovering the Ohio River Way Challenge as a Marshall student, Balko joined the program’s research team in 2025 and returned this year as its leader. Read More
Members of Marshall University’s Society of Physics Students (SPS), with faculty advisor Dr. Sean P. McBride, recently helped introduce local students to the principles of electromagnetism during Upward Bound STEAM Day. Approximately 120 students participated in the event, rotating through workshops where they built miniature electric motors and learned how… Read More
Members of the Society of Physics Students (SPS), the Marshall University Astronomy Club (MUAC), and Pi Mu Epsilon recently came together for a Halloween celebration filled with games, costumes, and astronomy. The event brought together students, faculty, family members, and friends from across campus for activities including a costume contest,… Read More
Dr. Mindy Yeager-Armstead, chair and professor in Marshall University’s Department of Natural Resources & Earth Sciences (NRES), recently published new research in PLOS ONE with College of Science graduate alumni Geneve Brady and Austin Hoffman. The article, titled “Physical, chemical, and biological controls on algal dynamics in the Greenup Pool… Read More
Members of Marshall University’s Pi Mu Epsilon Math Club recently combined mathematics and Halloween creativity by designing a math puzzle for the Kenova Pumpkin House. Students carved designs into 72 pumpkins to create the puzzle, which became part of the annual display at the Kenova Pumpkin House, a longtime West… Read More
Members of Marshall University’s Society of Physics Students (SPS), accompanied by faculty advisor Dr. Sean P. McBride and several SPS alumni, recently traveled to Green Bank Observatory for a weekend of hands-on learning and exploration. Located within the National Radio Quiet Zone, Green Bank Observatory is home to the Robert… Read More
Students and faculty from Marshall University’s Department of Physics recently presented their work at the Appalachian Section of the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) Fall 2026 Meeting, held October 17 at Ohio University. Marshall presenters shared research and educational initiatives spanning a wide range of topics, including the challenges… Read More
Students in Marshall University’s Human Anatomy Laboratory explored the intersection of science and art through a collection of anatomy-inspired projects that showcased their creativity and understanding of the human body. The projects included detailed anatomical illustrations, creative 3D models, and other original works inspired by concepts studied in the laboratory. Read More
Faculty research from Marshall University’s Department of Biological Sciences took on a new form this fall as students in ART 302: Relief Printmaking transformed scientific research into large-scale works of art for the October 16 Downtown Huntington Art Walk. Led by Sarah McDermott of the School of Art and Design,… Read More
Biology freshman Payton Austin is making the most of opportunities that have helped her advance her college career before many students begin their first semester. Through Marshall University’s Herd Academy dual enrollment program, the Nitro High School graduate earned college credits while still in high school, allowing her to… Read More