Research & Science
What Makes Us Human?
Fifty years ago, Kent State University Distinguished Professor Owen Lovejoy, Ph.D., was among the very first researchers to study the remains of the famous “Lucy” (Australopithecus afarensis), a 3-million-year-old fossil that had recently been discovered by paleoanthropologist Donald Johanson in Hadar, Ethiopia.
Uncovering the Depths of Decapoda: Meet Kent State’s Expert in Crustacean Evolution
Meet Carrie Schweitzer, Ph.D., a professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at Kent State University, who since 2000 has been conducting research while teaching geology at Kent State University’s Stark Campus. Her expertise lies in evolution, decapods, crustacea, and invertebrate paleontolog…
Students Experience Medical World Up Close at Medcamp Program
Each summer, the Northeast Ohio Medical University hosts MEDCAMP, a transformative three-day program designed to stimulate the interest of students in basic sciences and the field of medicine.
Kent State Alumnus Leads Crucial Research on East Palestine Train Derailment
Myron Lard grew up just 40 miles from the East Palestine derailment site. He returned to help the community understand the impact.
New Sensory Wellbeing Space Opens on Kent Campus
A space inside the Speech and Hearing Clinic has been renovated to serve as the new Sensory Wellbeing Space where students can find a welcoming and supportive environment for gathering or study.
SURE Student Presents at the Herrick Society Luncheon
The Herrick Society Luncheon is an annual event held by Kent State University to recognize and express appreciation for donors who have chosen to include Kent State University in their legacy. The donations received from Herrick Society members are essential in continuing the growth of Kent State Un…
Psychology Professor Receives Prestigious 2024 Web People’s Voice Award and Regional Edward R. Murrow Award for Impactful Podcast Series
Angela Neal-Barnett, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Psychological Sciences was recently honored with both a 2024 Webby Award and a regional Edward R. Murrow Award for her exceptional contributions on the Evergreen Podcasts and NPR Ideastream podcast “Living For We,” an impactful exploration of the health and well-being of Black women in Cleveland, Ohio.
Students SURE Research Program Will Offer Return on Investment
Allison Remick and Madeline Desmond were among a cohort of 178 students who conducted research projects under the direction of faculty mentors during the annual 2024 SURE program.
Students Wanted: Sign Up to be Part of Largest-Ever Study of University Students
Researchers at Kent State University are beginning the second year of their largest and most ambitious study ever to track 10,000 university students and follow them throughout their lifetimes.
Kent State Alumna Reaches for the Stars
A career change and a decision to pursue a Master of Information and Library Science at Kent State reignited Robin Pertz's love of space and landed her a dream job at NASA.