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Making research count

January 18th, 2013

Junior microbiologist student, Minhazer Sarker, is Powered by Orange. Learn more about how he is making research count in the lab of Linus Pauling Institute researcher, Tory Hagen.

The Importance of Improving: Jon DeVaan ’85

January 13th, 2013

Oregon State University and College of Science Alumnus, Jon DeVaan, will speak at OSU as part of the College of Business Dean’s Distinguished Lecture Series on January 16th.  As Corporate Vice President, Windows Development, Microsoft Corporation, Mr. DeVaan will share what he has learned over the course of his career in regards to the importance of improving.

The Importance of Improving: The Value of Keeping an Organization Healthy, Growing and Competitive
Mr. Jon DeVaan
Corporate Vice President, Windows Development, Microsoft Corporation

Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013
7-8:15 p.m.
Austin Auditorium,
LaSells Stewart Center
Free and open to the public

For more information call  541-737-1109

Science Pub: Water, Electronics and Energy Featuring Doug Keszler

January 12th, 2013

The first Corvallis Science Pub of the new year will feature distinguished professor of chemistry and Director of the Center for Sustainable Materials Chemistry, Dr. Doug Keszler.  In his talk, “Water, Electronics and Energy” he will discuss solutions to the problems of climate change and creating more efficient, lower cost solar power that can help curb our addiction to fossil fuels.

Monday, January 14th
6pm – 8pm
Old World Deli
341 SW 2nd St.
Corvallis, OR
Cost: Free

Be sure to get to Old World Deli early to make sure you get a seat for this popular event.

 

 

Join us next month on February 11, for “Extinction in Our Time: Why should we care if frogs disappear?” with Andrew Blaustein, Oregon State professor of zoology and director of the Environmental Sciences Graduate Program

Dr. Jane Lubchenco to return to OSU

December 14th, 2012

The College of Science and the Department of Zoology are excited to welcome back Dr. Lubchenco.

Read more.

Researchers investigate lionfish swarms

October 23rd, 2012

Mark Hixon, an Oregon State University zoology professor, studies the invasive behaviors of lionfish

 

Oregon State University Barometer, October 23rd, 2012

New professorial zoology trio brings spread of extensive research to the table

October 22nd, 2012

New professorial zoology trio brings spread of extensive research to the table

Oregon State University Barometer, October 22nd, 2012

Beyond the Surf

October 18th, 2012

Marine Biology student, Ariana Snow shares her experience studying conservation and preservation of island coral reefs at the well-known Bonaire station of the Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE).  Her experience on the Caribbean island off the coast of Venezuela as strengthened her passion for Marine Science.

Read her Powered by Orange story here.

 

OSU Moon Tree Dedication

October 8th, 2012

Moon Tree

Chemistry World: Blues Standard

October 8th, 2012

Mas Subramanian was featured in Chemistry World‘s article, Blues Standard.  Read the full article here.

 

Peggy Cherng to speak at OSU Oct.17

October 3rd, 2012

Oregon State University and College of Science Alumna, Dr. Peggy Cherng, will speak at OSU as part of the College of Business Dean’s Distinguished Lecture Series on October 17th. As a co-founder of Panda Express, Dr. Cherng will talk about growing a small business into a global company.

Projecting Passion: Inspiring the Panda Culture
Dr. Peggy Cherng
Co-Founder of Panda Express

Wednesday, October 17, 2012
7-8:30 p.m.
Austin Auditorium,
LaSells Stewart Center
Free and open to the public