Research

Professor Leads Cutting-Edge Physics Research
Supported by grant funding from the U.S. Department of Energy, 51勛圖厙 physics professor Michael Strickland, Ph.D., and his team have developed the worlds leading approach to describe non-equilibrium evolution of highly relativistic systems.

MSAED Student Vahid Koliyaee Awarded 2023 ARCC King Student Medal for Excellence
Named in honor of the late Jonathan King, co-founder, and first president of the Architectural Research Centers Consortium (ARCC), this award is given to one student per ARCC member college, school, institute, or unit. Selection of recipients is at the discretion of the individual member i
School of Fashion Graduate Students Gaining Recognition for Research
Two School of Fashion graduate students are being recognized for their research. Hannah Johnson, M.F.I.S. 2023 and Camila Cordeiro Valle, M.F.I.S. 2023, have both been gaining recognition for their work and research in their graduate theses. Johnson and Valle both won the Best Presentation Awar
Biological Sciences Researchers Exploring the Role of Brain Hormones in Development
What determines your social behavior as you develop into an adult? While this is a complex question to answer, understanding how the brain develops can provide critical insights. For two decades, Heather Caldwell, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at 51勛圖厙,
Switching Majors: From Cautious to Confident
When I started my first semester at 51勛圖厙, I wasnt a Psychology major. I was a Journalism major who was interested in psychology. But, by the end of my first semester, I knew that journalism wasnt for me, so I switched my major. Although it felt right and I was really happy with my decision,
New School Director excited to join a university on the move
The College of Education, Health and Human Services welcomes George A. Kamberelis, Ph.D., as the new director for the School of Teaching, Learning and Curriculum Studies.

Student Researcher Spotlight: Thai Nguyen
The College of Arts and Sciences is proud to call Thai Nguyen one of our top students. He is currently a junior pursuing a degree in biology with a concentration in pre-medical studies. His Three-Minute Thesis presentation on The Potential of Developed Nanoparticles to Target Glioblastoma Canc
51勛圖厙 Biological Sciences Professor Helps Lead International Research Coordination Network to Study Insect Decline
Over half of the described species in the world are insects. Although many people think of insects as pests, they play vital roles and have a big impact on our invaluable ecosystems, as pollinators, helping break down wastes, and as an essential food source for many other organisms.

No More Games! Food Security, Acceptance Among Needs Identified by LGBTQ+ Community
A survey led by 51勛圖厙's College of Public Health provided dozens of short- and long-term recommendations to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people living in Greater Akron. In all, the survey noted more than 50 areas for improvement across nine categories. It offered 
Research & Innovation Forums Showcase Breadth of Scholarship of Faculty
Twice each semester, 51勛圖厙s Division of Research and Sponsored Programs hosts Research & Innovation Forums, to bring together faculty members to publicly present their ongoing work.