Science Abstracts News Archive
Even the summer heat couldn’t stop Dr. Rick Gage from sharing his love of trees! As part of the Lifelong Learning program, Dr. Gage led a “Tree Walk” across Marshall University’s campus, guiding participants through a hands-on exploration of the diverse and fascinating trees that call our campus home. Attendees learned how to use a
The Herpetology and Applied Conservation Lab hit the road last week, traveling to St. Paul, Minnesota, for the 2025 Joint Meeting of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists (JMIH)—a major national gathering of scientists passionate about fish, reptiles, and amphibians. Dr. Jayme Waldron was joined by former graduate student Emily Gray and current graduate students Tucker Cribb, Sydney
The Kolling Lab in Marshall University’s Department of Chemistry is making headlines again—this time in collaboration with the Hicks Lab at UNC Chapel Hill. Their new publication in Journal of Proteome Research explores how bacterial bile acid metabolism shapes the human gut microbiome, providing new insight into the complex interactions between our bodies and the
Dr. Cheyenne Tait and recent Marshall Biology graduate Kia Booth recently made a splash at the Animal Behavior Society’s annual conference in Baltimore! Representing the Department of Biological Sciences, Kia presented a research poster on the lab’s fascinating work with the nudibranch sea slug Berghia stephanieae—a tiny but mighty creature with some seriously cool behaviors.
Get ready for a day of discovery, design, and serious science fun! Marshall University’s College of Science is proud to host the 12th Annual West Virginia State Tournament of Science Olympiad on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Young scientists from across the Mountain State will converge on Marshall’s Huntington campus to compete in hands-on events that
Dr. Tom Cuchta, faculty member in Marshall University’s Department of Mathematics and Physics, recently served as both a speaker and organizing committee member at the sixth Dynamical Equations on Time Scales workshop, held this June at the prestigious Banach Center in Bȩdlewo, Poland. This international gathering brought together mathematicians from around the globe—including Australia, Brazil,
The sparks were flying—literally—during Marshall University’s annual Science Demo Show on July 7, where Health Science and Technology Academy (HSTA) students experienced the thrill of science in action! Hosted by Drs. Sean and Sachiko McBride from the Department of Mathematics and Physics, the event was packed with jaw-dropping experiments and interactive demonstrations. From walking on
Marshall University Biological Sciences students just wrapped up an unforgettable 15-day field course in beautiful Costa Rica! From rainforests to rivers, students explored the country’s rich biodiversity while diving deep into the world of tropical biology. The immersive experience brought classroom learning to life—whether it was spotting exotic wildlife, studying plant ecology, or trekking through
Marshall University Physics recently welcomed curious young minds to campus as part of the WV Gear Up Summer Academy, a hands-on program designed to prepare 10th and 11th grade students for college life and learning. One of the highlights of the academy was a trio of engaging workshops titled Light and Mirror – Crafting Kaleidoscopes,
The College of Science is thrilled to announce the kickoff of MATH STAMPEDE, Marshall University’s summer math success accelerator. Guided by Dr. Laura Stapleton, Assistant Professor, and Jessica Johnson, Mathematics Instructor, this innovative program is designed to help students Get Ready, Get Placed, and Get Ahead! At Orientation, Dr. Stapleton and Ms. Johnson welcomed and