Research

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.

December 4, 2017

Helping young adults talk about decision to abstain, delay sex

At a time of greater awareness about sexual assault, Tina Coffelt, an assistant professor of English and communication studies, says it is important to help students navigate these conversations.

November 30, 2017

New study finds timing is key in keeping organic matter in wet soils

Steven Hall, an assistant professor of ecology, evolution and organismal biology, shows periodically wet soils don’t always protect organic matter from decomposition.

November 27, 2017

Ordinance reduces violent crime near late-night bars by making owners part of solution

Crime risk dramatically dropped a year after implementing an ordinance requiring bar owners to beef up security efforts.

October 25, 2017

You would not ask a firefighter to perform open-heart surgery

"Collective intelligence" may not reflect an accurate picture of group dynamics according to new research by Marcus Credé.

October 17, 2017

Iowa State astronomer says star dust helps explain mysterious dimming star

"This is very rare – it’s the only star we’ve found that shows these phenomena,” Massimo Marengo said.

October 12, 2017

Fertilizers adjust nitrogen cycle of prairie plants

Research shows excess nutrients from fertilizers gives an advantage to early season plants in prairies ecosystems.

October 12, 2017

Winter recognized for innovative research in chemistry

Winter creates new photocages would could have exciting applications in medicine.

October 12, 2017