News Archive
Monday, July 24 2023
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ISU researchers part of nationwide project to make sweet corn even better
It’s hard to beat fresh sweet corn in the summer. Or is it? Two Iowa State University faculty are part of a major federal research project aimed at boosting sweet corn quality, using the same innovative genetic tools that have led to advancements in field corn.
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ISU engineering student reaches for the stars with NASA internship program
Sarah Stewart, a mechanical engineering student at Iowa State, is living her dream of helping to explore the stars as part of the NASA Pathways Internships Program. Stewart has worked alongside astronauts and mission controllers and is gathering data that could inform future manned missions to Mars.
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ISU sets annual research funding record, attracts $530.5 million in total external funding
Iowa State University researchers attracted record levels of external, sponsored funding for the fiscal year that ended June 30, topping $300 million for the first time. Overall, Iowa State attracted $530.5 million in external funding during the last fiscal year.
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Iowa State University named Entrepreneurial University of the Year
Iowa State University continues to build its global reputation for excellence in entrepreneurship. Iowa State was named Entrepreneurial University of the Year for the Americas in an international competition in Barcelona, Spain. This latest recognition for the university's entrepreneurship program is the third national or international award in as many years.
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A sweet opportunity for students to get hands-on experience
The Creamery at Iowa State University provides valuable, hands-on learning for students, many of whom are interested in careers in dairy science and product development.
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Iowa State scientists and students combine research and adventure in the Himalayas
Scientific research at the top of the world! During an expedition to the Himalayas, an Iowa State University professor and two students studied how extreme altitude affects blood flow to the brain. The high-altitude adventure tested the researchers both physically and mentally, but the unforgettable views made it all worth it.
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Cardinal Space Mining Club scoops up gravel, top awards at national competitions
Iowa State University's Cardinal Space Mining Club recently won competitions in the mining arena and at NASA's online challenge. “This is truly the best year in the club’s history,” said Jim Heise, the club’s long-time faculty advisor.