Duquesne University faculty will be part of the world’s largest pre-college science and engineering competition when the Intel International Science & Engineering Fair (ISEF) brings 1,500 students in grades 9-12 from around the world to Pittsburgh May 13-18. Read more »
Science & Technology
Duquesne Researcher Developing Compounds to Battle Fatal Infections with $1.9 Million NIH Grant
Feb. 29, 2012
Is Climate Change Driving Another Mass Extinction?
Feb. 6, 2012
Darwin Day at Duquesne Explores Evolution and the Future of the Planet
Every fifth-grader knows dinosaurs roamed the Earth once but don’t live here anymore. If we adults think we’re smarter than fifth-graders, are we aware of extinctions occurring before our very eyes?
Forensic Fridays Series Examines Neuroscience in Civil and Criminal Litigation
Feb. 3, 2012
With the explosion of litigation stemming from traumatic brain injuries and post-concussive syndrome, as well as the emerging role of fMRI (Functioning Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scans to detect deception in criminal suspects, the role of neuroscience in the justice system has never been greater.
New Statewide Coalition Promotes Pennsylvania Wind to Green Energy Buyers
Feb. 2, 2012
Wind Industry, Environmental Leaders, Policymakers Discuss Economic, Environmental Benefits
Wind energy industry leaders, environmental advocates and policymakers gathered at Duquesne University today to announce the launch of ChoosePAWind and the coalition’s new website—www. choosepawind.com—which touts the economic and environmental benefits of wind power for Pennsylvania.
Programs Encourage Duquesne Undergrads in Hands-on Research
Jan. 26, 2012
Through the student-friendly class sizes offered at Duquesne University and faculty encouragement, undergraduate students are supported in gaining significant hands-on research that is not always available at other schools.
Duquesne Partnering with RTI to Support the Forensic Science Technology Center of Excellence
Jan. 25, 2012
Forensic science and law programs at Duquesne University are working with RTI’s Center for Forensic Sciences and two other partners to support the national Forensic Science Technology Center of Excellence, funded through a National Institute of Justice (NIJ) grant totaling $6 million.
Reporting Child Abuse—Obligations, Procedures and Pitfalls Examined
Jan. 12, 2012
In the wake of the national scandal at Penn State University involving allegations of child sexual abuse and cover up by officials, the Wecht Intstitute of Forensic Science and Law is examining accountability in reporting child abuse when it kicks off its spring Forensic Friday seminars on Friday, Jan. 20.
Five New Forensic Friday Seminars Slated at Duquesne University
Jan. 6, 2012
The Wecht Institute of Forensic Science and Law at Duquesne University will continue its Forensic Fridays series with five new seminars. The popular series was developed to offer continuing legal education opportunities on a regular basis and in shorter courses better suited to the busy schedules of professionals.
Executives of Small- and Medium-Sized Firms to be Briefed on Cyber Security
Dec. 1, 2011
Duquesne University will host experts from government, industry and academia for an in-depth discussion about cyber security and the intelligence required to protect business operations on Thursday, Dec. 8, at the DoubleTree Hotel in Green Tree.
Making Sense of Technology Trends for Small Businesses
Nov. 10, 2011
Staying ahead of the technology curve is a challenge for many companies, and it can be especially daunting for small businesses. Read more »
DU Professor’s Project Ranked in International Science Challenge
Nov. 9, 2011
A mural created by a Duquesne University team has been ranked sixth in an international science challenge. Read more »
Duquesne’s Center for Healthcare Ethics Examines Technology and Challenges
Nov. 9, 2011
Duquesne University’s Center for Healthcare Ethics will present The Exponential Rise of Technology—21st Century Ethical Challenges as part of The David F. Kelly Bioethics Lectures. Read more »
$1.35 Million Grant Puts Duquesne Cancer Researcher’s Compounds on Fast Track
Oct. 26, 2011
Family Experience with Breast Cancer Initially Inspired Investigative Work
New anti-tumor compounds show such promise for fighting drug-resistant tumors that the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has placed them on the fast track for development.
Stress in Salamanders: DU Biologist Finds It’s Not What You Might Think
Sep. 27, 2011
What does it take to stress a salamander? Read more »
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