From the Vice President

"Penn State is an organization made up of people, outstanding people who are scholars, researchers and teachers, people who share their ideas with students, other scholars and with the world at large. Every day in fields as diverse as literature and soil science, biology and the arts, this magnificent public institution is adding to our body of knowledge and is making the world a better and more humane place. As one of the nation’s largest engines of research, we are tackling the grand challenges daily and we enjoy a legacy of over 150 years of enhancing the lives of the people in Pennsylvania, the United States and around the globe. On behalf of my colleagues – the faculty, staff and students – I invite you to explore Penn State research – you’ll be surprised by what you find!"

        —Henry C. 'Hank' Foley, Vice President for Research and Dean of The Graduate School