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Ali Graham, PhD, a geophysicist at the ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ College of Marine Science observes the Thwaites Glacier in Antarctica from the R/V Nathanial B. Palmer.

In Perfect Isolation

There’s no such thing as a short expedition to Antarctica, so it was already going to be a long time away from home. But Alastair Graham, PhD, associate professor in ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s College of Marine Science, had done this eight times before.

August 14, 2020COVID-19, Research and Innovation

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ School of Geosciences Director Mark Rains is among group of leading water scientists who decry a new federal rule removing protection of some vital streams and wetlands.

August 13, 2020Research and Innovation

Historic and civic education are powerful tools that shape our worldview and provide insight into the understanding of current events, as well as our current socio-political climate.

August 13, 2020University News

A graphic rendering of COVID-19 cells

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ researchers release findings from statewide COVID-19 survey

Researchers with the University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ School of Public Affairs have released the first set of results from a statewide survey that measures general opinions regarding the COVID-19 public health crisis and related policy issues, as well as emergency preparedness.

August 13, 2020COVID-19, Research and Innovation

Graphic announcing the black lives and the police forum

Black Lives & the Police Forum

This dynamic forum discusses the history and intersection of the police use of excessive force and the black community in the United States of America. This forum also discusses ideas on what can be done to effect positive societal change in how the black community is treated by the police.

August 11, 2020University News

The National Academy of Inventors has named ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ College of Marine Science Senior Research Ocean Engineer Clifford R. Merz as one of its new senior members in recognition of his achievements in inventing marine-based renewable energy technology.

August 11, 2020Research and Innovation

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ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ Heroes

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ recognizes faculty, staff and students for their contributions to the community in helping those impacted by COVID-19.

August 11, 2020COVID-19, University News

Daniel Yeh and his team pose for photo next to their invention, the Organic Process Assembly

NASA testing ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ technology for possible use on the moon

A technology created at ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ could help enable the establishment of a permanent presence on the moon. Civil and Environmental Engineering Professor Daniel Yeh has been collaborating with NASA to develop a system that converts human waste into fertilizer and water, which would allow astronauts to grow fresh vegetables in space in a more sustainable way.

August 10, 2020Research and Innovation

A national survey of flood risk awareness conducted by the University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ Institute for Data Analytics and Visualization and Neptune Flood finds that consumers significantly underestimate their risk level of flooding, leading many to forego flood insurance.

August 10, 2020Research and Innovation

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ students practicing physical distancing in the Marshall Student Center

ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ facilities promote safety on campus

There may have been just a handful of people physically present on ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬â€™s three campuses, but it was the busiest summer on record for hundreds of ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ staff and faculty, hard at work to address the evolving COVID-19 pandemic.

August 7, 2020COVID-19, Campus Life, University News

The Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ have selected five University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ professors as new members in recognition of their accomplishments, exceptional research achievements, and high-impact contributions to advancing science, engineering and medicine.

August 5, 2020Research and Innovation

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ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ to hold virtual commencement ceremonies on Aug. 8

The University of South ÊÖ»ú¿´Æ¬ will recognize thousands of summer graduates through virtual commencement ceremonies on Saturday, Aug. 8. Nearly 3,000 degrees will be conferred in the university’s second-ever virtual ceremonies, caused by restrictions on large gatherings due to the coronavirus pandemic.

August 3, 2020University News

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