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Research & Science

STAR Detector

Making Waves in the World of Nuclear Physics

Brookhaven National Lab in New York is home to some of the most exciting work in nuclear physics today. Two rising stars from 51³Ô¹ÏÍø, doctoral student Maci Kesler and research scientist Sooraj Radhakrishnan, are on the cutting edge of high-profile scientific research collaborations through Brookhaven that advance our understanding of the universe’s early moments.

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The Solenoidal Tracker at RHIC (STAR) is a detector which specializes in tracking the thousands of particles produced by each ion collision at RHIC. (Photo by Brookhaven National Laboratory)

Making Waves in the World of Nuclear Physics

Brookhaven National Lab in New York is home to some of the most exciting work in nuclear physics today. Two rising stars from 51³Ô¹ÏÍø, doctoral student Maci Kesler and research scientist Sooraj Radhakrishnan, are on the cutting edge of high-profile scientific research collaborations th…

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College of Arts & Sciences

51³Ô¹ÏÍø senior Nick Brocato participated in the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience

51³Ô¹ÏÍø's Wetlands Are the Training Grounds for the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience

Senior Nick Brocato and sophomore Tamera Owens were among the 172 undergraduate 51³Ô¹ÏÍø students who participated in the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) during the summer of 2025. They conducted research projects under the direction of Lauren Kinsman-Costello, Ph.D., associate professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø and members of her lab.

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Bee, covered in pollen

IN A FLASH: Power to the Pollinators!

Pollinator Day, proudly presented by 51³Ô¹ÏÍø as a proud Bee Campus USA, will welcome all visitors to the KSU Pollinator Garden to celebrate our campus pollinators on September 5 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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SURE student collecting sediment samples.

IN A FLASH: Knee Deep in Research

51³Ô¹ÏÍø's Summer Undergraduate Research Experience gives students, as soon as their first year, opportunities to work alongside university faculty on hands-on research activities. 

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Air Frame Lab, CAE

IN A FLASH: Winging It

Students in the aeronautics programs in 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's College of Aeronautics and Engineering learn about every aspect of aircraft and flight.

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CAED Summer Architecture Exploration.

IN A FLASH: A Transformational Summer Camp

A summer camp at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's College of Architecture and Design inspires high school students to explore the endless possibilities in the world of design. 

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Education Abroad Galapagos Islands.

IN A FLASH: Chasing Darwin

This summer, a group of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø students enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime education-abroad experience in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. 

Tags: College of Arts and Sciences , Department of Biological Sciences , Education Abroad , Global Education , Student Life , Research & Science , In a Flash

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ESDRI Research Showcase

IN A FLASH: The Halls of Science

51³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s Annual Environmental Science and Design Research Institute Research Showcase offers an opportunity for student researchers to present posters showcasing their explorations and findings in all areas of environmental research and design. 

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Ethan Wenk, senior engineering technology major in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering, had the opportunity to participate in the SURE program.

Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Prepares Students for Their Future Careers

The Summer Undergraduate Research Experience is a great opportunity for undergraduate researchers such as Ethan Wenk to work directly with a faculty mentor, gain valuable experience to clarify career and educational goals, enhance research skills and gain academic insight.

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