This summer, as Duquesne University continues its initiatives to add diversity in the sciences, seven high school students are participating in Project SEED on campus. Read more »
Science & Technology
Imagination, Science Research and Ethics: A Forum for Area Student, Faculty Researchers
Jun. 20, 2012
For most people, scientific research is, well, all about science, claims, facts and conclusions. Read more »
Dr. Mary Alleman: A Meticulous Teacher-Scholar Imparted Highest Standards
Jun. 13, 2012
Duquesne University, especially colleagues in the Bayer School of Natural and Environmental Sciences, mourns the loss of Dr. Mary Alleman, associate professor of biological sciences, who was battling cancer and passed away on June 11. Read more »
Duquesne Research Team Studies Mysteries of Fragile X Mental Retardation Syndrome
May. 29, 2012
Dr. Rita Mihailescu looks at the most common inherited form of mental retardation with the high-tech lights of a spectroscope and a powerful computer in Duquesne University’s Mellon Hall. Read more »
Duquesne Law Student Named 2012-13 Pittsburgh Schweitzer Fellow
May. 21, 2012
Stephanie Johnson, who is a second-year student in the Duquesne University School of Law, has been named one of 23 members of the 2012-13 class of Pittsburgh Schweitzer Fellows. This prestigious group of graduate students will work throughout the next year to conceptualize and carry out service projects that address the social and environmental determinants of health in underserved communities while, at the same time, they develop leadership skills and adhere to the message of service advocated by physician-humanitarian Albert Schweitzer. Read more »
Bayer School Award to be Given, Faculty Judges to Volunteer at Intel Science Fair
May. 14, 2012
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 »
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.
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