Apr 9, 2020
‘They Get to Feel Like Scientists’
Prior to transition to remote instruction (due to the COVID-19 pandemic), 152 students were actively participating in the SEA-PHAGES lab.
STEM
Jan 14, 2020
Proteins Behaving Badly
When certain brain proteins misfold and twist together, it can result in brain damage. Prof. Justin Hines is working to untangle the clutter.
Nov 21, 2019
Expert Commentary: Diversity in STEM
Chawne Kimber, professor of mathematics and department head, was recently interviewed for a story about diversity in STEM by Inside Higher Ed.
Nov 17, 2019
Designing Sustainable Solutions
As a green engineer, Prof. Lindsay Soh uses technology and innovative approaches to investigate and create solutions to environmental problems.
Nov 8, 2019
STEM Stars
Lafayette's students and faculty conduct innovative research and produce collaborative partnerships in STEM fields.
Nov 8, 2019
STEM Stars: The Builders
Kurtz has led Lafayette’s steel bridge team to two consecutive national titles, and the best part for him has been witnessing education in action as…
Nov 8, 2019
STEM Stars: The Brain Game Designers
An interdisciplinary group of students created a computer game that can help people with disabilities control a wheelchair with their mind
Nov 8, 2019
STEM Stars: The Geneticists
This professor and student research team are working to prevent plant diseases that destroy crops
Nov 8, 2019
STEM Stars: The Innovator
Innovative engineering prof is developing “smart” polymers and sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics, including a plant-based glue.
Nov 8, 2019
STEM Star: The Poet Scientist
How one student's love for poetry and creative writing enhances her work in the chemistry lab.