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"As one of the nation's leading research universities, Penn State positively impacts our region, our state, our nation, and beyond. Whether the impact is global or local, the object of these efforts remains the same: to create new knowledge that improves people's lives."
—Eva J. Pell, Senior Vice President for Research and Dean of The Graduate School
Research in the News
Faculty Spotlight
- American Academy of Arts and Sciences elects 2 Penn State scientists (May 2008)
Jainendra K. Jain, the Erwin W. Mueller Professor of Physics, and James Kasting, distinguished professor of geosciences, have been named members of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, one of the nation's most prestigious honorary societies and independent policy research centers in the United States. Read the full story.
- Penn State scientists elected to National Academy of Sciences (April 2008)
Richard Alley, the Evan Pugh professor of geosciences, and Barry Marshall, the Francis R. and Helen M. Pentz Professor of Science, are the newest Penn State members of the National Academy of Sciences which announced the election of 72 new members and 18 foreign associates from nine countries in recognition of their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research. Read the full story.
University Park and the
College of Medicine at Hershey
Shuttle Service
The purpose of this Shuttle is to transport students, faculty, and staff between University Park and the College of Medicine at Hershey for participation in official University research, administrative, or teaching activities.
View details and schedule information about the University Park to Hershey Shuttle.
Energy Task Force Report
The Energy Task Force has presented its report "A Strategic Energy Initiative for Penn State: Findings of the 2006 Energy Task Force" to the Senior Vice President for Research. The task force was charged to develop a strategic vision and roadmap for energy-related research, education and outreach at Penn State. Comments and questions regarding this report should be directed to William Easterling, Director of the Penn State Institutes of the Environment.
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