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Study targets depression in ICU survivors to fight cognitive decline, dementia
IU School of Science professor Jesse Stewart and co-principal investigators Babar Khan and Sophia Wang from the IU School of Medicine will conduct the first randomized controlled trial to test whet... Read more about Study targets depression in ICU survivors to fight cognitive decline, dementia
Startup supports addiction recovery through VR therapy using ‘future-self avatars’
A startup company based upon Indiana University research and led by an undergraduate student combines psychology with virtual reality technology to treat substance use disorders by introducing indi... Read more about Startup supports addiction recovery through VR therapy using ‘future-self avatars’
3 new degrees approved in education and digital forensics
The new degrees will bolster urban education and forensic science programs at Indiana University Indianapolis.
Trustees approve new biosciences degrees to strengthen IU’s and state’s impact in life sciences
The new degrees, which will prepare students for in-demand careers, will be introduced at the Kelley School of Business, Luddy School of Informatics, Computing and Engineering, and School of Scienc... Read more about Trustees approve new biosciences degrees to strengthen IU’s and state’s impact in life sciences
Doctoral students at IU Indianapolis lead pursuit for groundbreaking hydrocephalus drug treatments
The only treatment currently available for hydrocephalus is brain surgery, and researchers at IU Indianapolis’ Hydrocephalus Research Center are on a mission to change that.
Collaborative project uses animation to show importance of wildlife biodiversity in Indianapolis
How do coyotes and hawks help humans living in urban communities? During the fall semester, two IU Indianapolis professors teamed up to address that question by launching the Cultural Carrying Capa... Read more about Collaborative project uses animation to show importance of wildlife biodiversity in Indianapolis
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Dr. Sextuplet will see you now; one of the Dilley six graduates IUSM
May 13, 2019
Even at birth, Julian Dilley had a greater affinity for the hospital than his five siblings.
2019 Spirit of Philanthropy awardees announced
May 09, 2019
American Chemical Society honors chemistry alumna with 2019 Award for Research
May 01, 2019
The American Chemical Society has awarded IUPUI chemistry alumna and University of Richmond chemistry professor Carol Parish the 2019 Award for Research at an Undergraduate Institution.
Innovation Hall, IUPUI's newest classroom building, brings together three STEM powerhouses
April 29, 2019
Indiana University President Michael A. McRobbie, IUPUI Chancellor Nasser H. Paydar, School of Science Dean Simon Rhodes and other leaders have broken ground on Innovation Hall, IUPUI's newest classroom building that will bring together three IUPUI STEM powerhouses
Amy Maidi receives senior academic advisor distinction
April 16, 2019
As a constant advocate and supporter for forensic science students, is a force for student success within the School of Science. In recognition of her achievements and dedication, Maidi has been promoted to senior academic advisor. Maidi has served as an academic advisor for the since 2012.
14 Science students awarded 2019 Plater Medallion
April 16, 2019
Want Black women students to stay in STEM? Help them find role models who look like them
March 27, 2019
Representation matters for Black women college students when it comes to belonging in rigorous science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) programs, according to a new study. Having role models who share their racial identity is vital to signaling a sense of belonging for women of color college students.
