Research & Science
IN A FLASH: Leveling Up
Kent State at Stark offers unique learning experiences for students.
Professor Believes Artificial Intelligence May Help Pilots Avoid Bird Strikes
Over the weekend, a Southwest Airlines flight was forced to turn back for an emergency landing after an incident where the plane is believed to have experienced bird strikes to an engine and the aircraft鈥檚 nose. But, what is a bird strike? And how do we reduce the risk of bird strikes? Syed A.M. Shihab, Ph.D., assistant professor in Kent State's College of Aeronautics and Engineering, shared his insight on bird strikes in a previous article, 鈥淲hat鈥檚 the Big Idea? Birds and Drones.鈥
What's The Big Idea? AMLCI With Oleg Lavrentovich
Kent State President Todd Diacon meets with Advanced Materials and Liquid Crystal Institute (AMLCI) Trustees Research Professor Oleg Lavrentovich to discuss how his team is using liquid crystals to 鈥渄omesticate鈥 bacteria.
Caring For Yourself When Caring for a Sick Pet: One Researcher鈥檚 Mission
Professor of psychological sciences Mary Beth Spitznagel has experienced the burden of caregiving for her beloved dog, Allo, who developed bladder cancer. This influenced her research into how a pet with chronic illness can affect caregivers.
Aiding Grief Recovery for Black Men Previously Involved With the Justice System
Faculty spotlight with Jeffrey Hallam, professor and the associate dean for Research and Global Affairs at the College of Public Health.
The Importance of Dusty, Old Boxes
A researcher unboxed the history of local Urban Leagues in Kent State's University Library.
Award-Winning Dissertation Focuses on How Black Men Develop as Leaders
Michael Daniels, Ph.D., director of the E. Timothy Moore Student Multicultural Center, is recognized for outstanding dissertation research by receiving NASPA's Melvene D. Hardee Dissertation of the Year Award.
Now We鈥檙e Cooking with STEM
Engaging young students in cooking activities can promote lifelong learning in science and math.
What Makes Someone 'a Math Person' or Not?
Building a "sense of belonging to math" in underrepresented students.
When is a Jab Not a Jab?
Researchers use mixed reality and haptic technologies to develop teaching tools.