Students experience structural geology in the Swiss Alps
A unique field trip course took 20 geology students to the Swiss Alps to experience iconic structural geology.
News
An excellent year for patents in the Department of Chemistry
Faculty members in chemistry were issued 20 patents in the 2018 fiscal year, reflecting years of valuable research.
Scientists predict superelastic properties in a group of iron-based superconductors
Researchers predict a number of unique properties in a group of iron-based superconductors, including room-temperature super-elasticity.
Tracy Heath advances software for phylogenetic research
A National Science Foundation grant for more than $400,000 will enable Heath and a team of developers to improve a new and innovative software for phylogenetic research.
LAS, ISUAA honor alumni and friends
Alumni and friends of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences will be honored with awards from the Iowa State University Alumni Association and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Link between divorce and graduate education a concern
Children of divorce are less likely to earn a four-year or graduate degree, according to new research. Researchers says it is important to understand this relationship as more jobs require a graduate or professional degree.
Change Agent: Cinzia Cervato
Improving science education, rebuilding after a stroke.
Understanding microaggressions in engineering education
Professors in sociology and political science will work with a professor in engineering to study how microaggressions affect students’ experiences in engineering education.
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences offers courses to help students prepare for careers
Career planning help is available through several courses in LAS departments as well as a new college-wide course.