Science Abstracts News Archive
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
The Department of Mathematics and Physics rolled out the welcome mat (and the grill!) for its 2025 Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program, Appalachian Mathematics and Physics Site—also known as AMPS—with a sunny cookout at McLelland Park! Over the next eight weeks, ten undergraduate students from across the U.S.—including Alabama, North Carolina, Wisconsin, Virginia, Pennsylvania,
We’re thrilled to shine this week’s Graduate Student Spotlight on Ellie White, who has been awarded a highly competitive Graduate Research Fellowship from the National Science Foundation (NSF)! Ellie, a Physics M.S. student in the Department of Mathematics and Physics, is using the fellowship to support her graduate education and continue her research in astrophysics
he College of Science is thrilled to announce that Dr. Guo-Zhang Zhu has been awarded the prestigious Spring 2026 John Marshall Scholar Award for his exciting project, “Epigenetic Regulation of Mammalian Spermatogenesis.” This competitive award provides Marshall University faculty members with a full semester of teaching release to pursue impactful scholarly or creative work—and Dr.
The Department of Chemistry recently launched its Chemistry Research Summer Program (CRSP) with an energetic and inspiring Kick-off Symposium! Students diving into research this summer took the spotlight, giving lightning-fast presentations on the exciting science they’ll be tackling—from molecules to mechanisms and everything in between. It was a fantastic way to spark curiosity, build connections,