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Research

150 years of science for land and sun

Science programs have guided the evolution of research and education at OSU since its 1868 land grant designation.

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Events

Yunker Lecture explores the dark energy of quantum materials

The 2018 Yunker Lecture, “The Dark Energy of Quantum Materials,” will be presented by physicist Laura Greene from Florida State University on April 20.

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Faculty and Staff

Physicist named a distinguished professor

Oregon State University has named Professor of Physics Janet Tate its 2018 Distinguished Professor.

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Physics

Lights, Action, Physics! KC Walsh boosts student success in physics

Walsh is breaking the mold of conventional classroom dynamics by using online resources paired with data-driven research to increase student success in introductory physics.

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Health and Biotechnology

Human cells' remodeling abilities may be key to how cancer spreads

Human cells have tremendous power to mechanically change their surroundings, opening the door to new insights including how cancer spreads.

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Events

Understanding science's highest award: The Nobel Prizes

Three OSU scientists explore the 2017 Nobel Prizes in physics, chemistry and medicine and the exciting scientific advances they represent at a public lecture April 30, 2018.

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Events

Gilfillan Lecture: Catalyzing the transformation of science learning

Physics Professor Corinne Manogue will present the College of Science 2018 F.A. Gilfillan Memorial Lecture on April 5.

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Biochemistry & Biophysics

Biophysicist solves molecular motor mystery

Biophysicists discover a motor protein that expands understanding of the evolution and design principle of motor proteins.

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Faculty and Staff

Physics professor recognized as Honors College Eminent Professor

Physics Professor David McIntyre has received the 2018 Honors College Eminent Professor Award for his outstanding teaching and mentoring.

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Physics

Physics head Heidi Schellman, a leader on campus and abroad

Heidi Schellman is one of those rare academics who has remained engaged and successful in three distinct areas — research, teaching and administration.

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Faculty and Staff

Physics professor takes the reins as associate dean

Physics professor Henri Jansen is appointed new Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs in the College of Science, effective January 29, 2018.

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Students

Online Environmental Sciences program ranked No.2 in country

Oregon State’s online and on campus environmental sciences bachelor program is setting high standards for excellence.