Physical and Life Sciences Research Roundup
Check out a few highlights of related faculty research in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences!
Tag: Geological and Atmospheric Sciences
CATEGORIES: Research
Iowa State University researchers receive EPA grant to study harmful algal blooms in Iowa lakes
Elizabeth Swanner, assistant professor of geological and atmospheric sciences, will help develop new tools to predict and combat harmful algal blooms, a growing threat to human and animal health in Iowa’s lakes.
Mock trial jury says “Not Guilty” – again
By a jury vote of 8-5, the 15th annual reenactment of a landmark groundwater contamination trial led to a “Not Guilty” verdict for the second year in a row.
New project to predict energy impact of heat and drought
Two faculty members in geological and atmospheric sciences play key roles in research on the unique supply and demand issues for energy usage during heat and drought.
Neal Iverson awarded Arthur L. Day Medal
Iverson’s transformative research improves scientists’ understanding of how glaciers move and shape landscapes.
CATEGORIES: Notable
Morgan named new chair of geological and atmospheric sciences
Morgan was previously a professor of structural geology and tectonics at Central Michigan University. His appointment began August 15.
CATEGORIES: Notable
Anne Castle to lecture on Colorado River
Anne Castle, former assistant secretary for water and science in the U.S. Department of the Interior, will deliver the Ronald Lecture in Environmental Conservation on April 13.
Research examines population impacts on world energy efficiency
Changing population densities across the globe will impact world energy efficiency.