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Salvador Rivas Aceves, PhD, a Professor of Economics and Business at the University of Panamericana in Mexico, and Sarah Schmidt, PhD, an Assistant Professor of Political Science at �鶹����, have been working on an impactful international project since 2018. Their collaborative effort has been empowering small-scale farmers using unique farming techniques while preserving cultural heritage. This multi-year, interdisciplinary partnership between universities and communities is making a significant social impact, with far-reaching potential for sustainability.The Chinampa Farming S...

 A new study led by a �鶹���� Biological Sciences professor has uncovered how the avian vampire fly (Philornis downsi) has successfully invaded the Galápagos Islands, threatening the region’s unique bird species. Published in the journal Molecular Biology and Evolution, the research is the first to analyze the whole genome of P. downsi populations from the Galápagos Islands and mainland Ecuador. The findings highlight the importance of genomic research in understanding biological invasions and offer ways to protect Galápagos’ unique biodiversity.Invasive species like P....

Researchers from �鶹���� and other institutions have published a study in the Royal Society of Chemistry's journal titled “Environmental Science: Processes & Impacts,” detailing the environmental consequences of the chemical spill and burn following a Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, over two years ago. The soil sample study, led by Myron Lard, Ph.D., provides insights into the hazardous byproducts formed from the incident. Lard, who earned his Bachelor of Science in chemistry from �鶹���� in 2020, recently completed his doctorate ...

*This article is a part of the series “Artificial Intelligence and Its Applications: Perspectives From Across Kent State,” highlighting the applications of AI in different fields and including insights from students and faculty. Stay tuned for future articles covering topics such as healthcare, translation and design. Kendric Hood, who earned his undergraduate and master’s degrees in computer science at �鶹����, is now a third-year doctoral student and adjunct instructor researching the practical applications of neuromorphic AI models and transformer-based large language mod...

On March 21st, medical students across the country gathered together to learn their fate – residency match following graduation. In Independence, Ohio at �鶹����’s own medical school, the College of Podiatric Medicine (CPM), fourth year podiatric medical students had their own match day celebrations as 100% of eligible students in the class of 2025 learned where they would soon be moving to live and practice over the course of their four-year residency programs.Class of 2025 residents can elect a residency program in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery with or without an added credent...