Research

Calling attention to gender bias dramatically changes course evaluations

Two LAS researchers have developed a new intervention that may help reduce bias against women instructors on course evaluations. Read More

May 15, 2019

Geology student returns from summer on research vessel, atop active volcano

Chanel Vidal, sophomore in geology, traveled the world this summer for three different research opportunities. Read More

August 20, 2018

Seeing the forest for the trees

Misa Hamanaka (‘20 mathematics) pursues research with an educator's eye. Read More

July 30, 2018

Building tools with organic chemistry

Brett VanVeller teaches his students the same philosophy that drives his research: if you understand the basics in organic chemistry, you can dream up anything. Read More

June 1, 2018

Research in the Capitol brings attention to undergraduate research in Iowa

LAS Students Courtney Carstens ('18 journalism and mass communication), Zane Satre ('18 meteorology), and Skyler Schneekloth ('18 history) are among Iowa State students who will present their research at the Capitol. Read More

March 27, 2018

Cheaper, faster energy

LAS scientist uncovers materials that will work well in solar cells, but without the toxicity, scarcity or costs of other semiconductors. Read More

March 16, 2018

Database will help build foundation for steganalysis of forensic evidence

Jennifer Newman, associate professor of mathematics, is leading the effort to build a photo database for steganalysis research. Read More

February 15, 2018

Sakaguchi lab a welcome learning environment for undergraduates

In the lab students investigate experimental strategies to repair the damaged nervous system through engineering stem cells. Read More

December 4, 2017