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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
$1M endowment from School of Science alum establishes scholarship in former dean’s name
In honor of former dean and professor Simon J. Rhodes, the School of Science at IU Indianapolis is creating the Simon J. Rhodes Legacy Scholarship, made possible by a gift from Kent Hawryluk.
$2 million NSF grant funds research into insects as sustainable ‘manufacturing plants’
To tackle food security and climate responsiveness on Earth, IU Indianapolis researchers will develop sustainable and scalable solutions aimed at shifting traditional agriculture toward a bio-based... Read more about $2 million NSF grant funds research into insects as sustainable ‘manufacturing plants’
Research Impact: Genetics researcher predicts facial characteristics from Copernicus to cold cases
The goal of Susan Walsh’s lab is to understand how and why people look the way they do.
3 science students battle frigid San Francisco waters to raise money for hydrocephalus research
After training for six months at the IU Natatorium, IU School of Science students Fatemeh Bidgoli, Verayna Newland and Cameryn Davis swam 1.8 miles from Alcatraz Island to mainland San Francisco to... Read more about 3 science students battle frigid San Francisco waters to raise money for hydrocephalus research
New admissible evidence introduced to Indiana courtrooms by IU Indianapolis forensic scientist
Research conducted by IU Indianapolis School of Science professor John Goodpaster helped nail the murder conviction of a Michigan City, Indiana, man and introduced a new evidence to Indiana courtro... Read more about New admissible evidence introduced to Indiana courtrooms by IU Indianapolis forensic scientist
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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.
