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Andrew Epstein is a professor in the Department of English and currently serves as the interim chair. Photo by Devin Bittner.
English
02/01/24

Faculty Spotlight: Andrew Epstein

Carly Nelson

Math Fun Day graphic
Mathematics
01/31/24

FSU to host Math Fun Day on Feb. 3

Norah Sprott

A graphic including the dates and times of the MEFF movies.
Florida State University
01/31/24

FSU Middle East Center celebrates 15th annual film festival

Dena Reddick

(Adobe Stock Image)
Florida State University
01/30/24

Keeping the heart healthy: FSU faculty available to comment for American Heart Month

Bill Wellock

2024 Capitol Day graphic
Florida State University
01/25/24

FSU Day at the Capitol set for Feb. 1

Amy Farnum-Patronis

Emily Lemmon, a professor in the Department of Biological Science.
Biological Science
01/25/24

Faculty Spotlight: Emily Lemmon

Carly Nelson

Venki standing at the podium giving a lecture.
College of Arts and Sciences
01/24/24

Nobel Laureate Venki Ramakrishnan discusses ribosomes, resilience during FSU public lecture

McKenzie Harris

Joe Schlenoff, Robert O. Lawton Distinguished Research Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Florida State University (Photo by: Ray Stanyard.)
Chemistry and Biochemistry
01/24/24

FSU chemist named Fellow of American Chemical Society Division of Polymeric Materials: Science and Engineering

McKenzie Harris

FCA logo
Florida State University
01/18/24

Florida State University to host second Festival of the Creative Arts

Kathleen Haughney

Neuroscience doctoral student Danielle Cushing. Photo by Hannah Fulk.
Neuroscience
01/18/24

Student Spotlight: Danielle Cushing

Hannah Fulk

'Ship tracks' above the northern Pacific Ocean show up as long lines on this image taken by the Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer onboard NASA’s Aqua satellite in 2010. These patterns are produced when fine particles from ship exhaust float into a moist layer of atmosphere. The particles seed new clouds or attract water from existing cloud particles. (Image by: NASA/GSFC/Jeff Schmaltz/MODIS Land Rapid Response Team)
Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science
01/17/24

Changing the sky: FSU researchers examine how aerosols from ships affect cloud formation, climate change

Bill Wellock

Tevin Wooten
Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science
01/17/24

Meteoric Rise

Amy Walden

Marla Vickers
Florida State University
01/17/24

On the Advance

Amy Walden

Nasa Photo.
Physics
01/17/24

Cosmic Cells

Devin Bittner and McKenzie Harris

The Massbox
Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science
01/17/24

Tech Trailblazers

McKenzie Harris

The hippocampus, seen in red, is affected in patients with Alzheimer's disease.
Statistics
01/17/24

Decoding the Matrix

Hannah Fulk

Rituparna Khan. Photo by Devin Bittner.
Computer Science
01/17/24

Predicting Progression

Kendall Cooper

Luke Whitwell. Photo by Devin Bittner.
Army ROTC
01/17/24

Army Strong

Kendall Cooper

Jackson Cheplick. Photo by Devin Bittner.
Chemistry and Biochemistry
01/17/24

Chemical Conservation

Kendall Cooper

A blue whale skeleton on display in the Great Hall of the Natural History Museum London. Adobe Stock photo.
Biological Science
01/17/24

Learning Laboratory

McKenzie Harris

Zina Ward Opener
Philosophy
01/17/24

Philosophical Fusion

Dena Reddick

Mayly Sanchez. Photo by Amy Walden.
Physics
01/17/24

Minute Matter

McKenzie Harris

Andrew Frank. Photo by Devin Bittner.
History
01/17/24

Seminole Scholarship

Dena Reddick

Emily DuVal holds a male lance-tailed manakin as part of a research trip in the islands of Panama. Courtesy photo.
Biological Science
01/17/24

A Bird’s Life

Hannah Fulk

Nobel Laureate Venki Ramakrishnan wearing a dark shirt standing in front of trees.
Chemistry and Biochemistry
01/16/24

FSU to host chemistry Nobel Laureate for public, specialized lectures on ribosome structure

McKenzie Harris

For its fall 2023 graduates, the FSU Honors Program awarded medallions to 33 graduates for the University Honors Program, 18 graduates for the Honors in the Major Program and two graduates for Outstanding Senior Scholar. (FSU Honors Program)
Florida State University
01/12/24

FSU awards honors medallions to fall 2023 graduates

Jenny Ralph

FSU professor of philosophy Andrea Westlund. Photo by Hannah Fulk.
Philosophy
01/11/24

Faculty Spotlight: Andrea Westlund

Hannah Fulk

Liam White, a doctoral student pursuing a degree in computational science through the Department of Scientific Computing.
Scientific Computing
01/04/24

Student Spotlight: Liam White

Kendall Cooper

Jack Lyons, a senior majoring in physics through the Department of Physics.
Physics
12/14/23

Student Spotlight: Jack Lyons

Kendall Cooper

Florida State University Fall 2023 Commencement
College of Arts and Sciences
12/13/23

Florida State University to honor its newest graduates at Fall 2023 commencement ceremonies

Kendall Cooper

2024 Garnet and Gold Scholar Society inductees.
Florida State University
12/11/23

Garnet & Gold Scholar Society celebrates fall 2023 inductees

Michael Reff

Alan Marshall, a Robert O. Lawton Distinguished Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
Chemistry and Biochemistry
12/07/23

Faculty Spotlight: Alan Marshall

Carly Nelson

Top 100 honorees at the 2023 Seminole 100 awards.
College of Arts and Sciences
12/06/23

Florida State University unveils Seminole 100 list ahead of seventh annual award ceremony

Lauren Schoenberger

Alabugin profile
Chemistry and Biochemistry
12/04/23

American Chemical Society selects FSU researcher for Southern Chemist Award

Hannah Fulk

Alessandra Mazzocchi, an alumna of the Department of Modern Languages and Linguistics.
Modern Languages and Linguistics
11/30/23

Alumni Spotlight: Alessandra Mazzocchi

Kendall Cooper

Aaron Serre, a senior meteorology student in the Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science.
Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science
11/21/23

Student Spotlight: Aaron Serre

Carly Nelson

Xiaobing Zhang, assistant professor of psychology and neuroscience, and his team found that the zona incerta plays a critical role in controlling eating behaviors. (Photo by Devin Bittner)
Neuroscience
11/17/23

The science of energy balance: FSU neuroscientist finds cluster of dopamine neurons drives eating behaviors

Kendall Cooper

From L to R: Adrienne Stephenson, associate dean of The Graduate School; John Akintola, People’s Choice Award winner; Hyosoon Yim, first-place winner; Tania Sultana, second-place winner; Meng Tian, third-place winner; and Mark Riley, dean of the Graduate School. (FSU Photography Services)
Florida State University
11/17/23

Sport Management doctoral student takes top prize at FSU’s Three Minute Thesis competition

Jenny Ralph

A team of 13 FSU undergraduate students won a silver medal for their work that may result in future treatment for patients living with the rare genetic disorder trimethylaminuria. (Photo courtesy of the iGEM Team)
Florida State University
11/17/23

FSU’s International Genetically Engineered Machine team wins silver medal in Paris for rare disease research

Hillary Speed

Robert Romanchuk, the Pribic Family Associate Professor of Slavic in Florida State University’s Department of Modern Languages and Linguistics.
Modern Languages and Linguistics
11/16/23

Faculty Spotlight: Robert Romanchuk

Norah Sprott

Erika Johnston, pictured, and Scott Burgess named this new coral “Pocillopora tuahiniensis” because tuahine means “sister” in the Tahitian language, and to recognize the people who have lived in French Polynesia a few thousand years. (Photo by Scott Burgess)
Biological Science
11/13/23

Florida State University scientists describe and name new species of coral in French Polynesia

Patty Cox

Daniel Zuniga in front of the Westcott building
Neuroscience
11/13/23

Recent FSU graduate and aspiring physician Daniel Zuniga recognized as Rhodes Scholar finalist

Amy Farnum-Patronis

Doreen Addo-Yobo, a doctoral student pursuing a degree in biochemistry in FSU’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
Chemistry and Biochemistry
11/09/23

Student Spotlight: Doreen Addo-Yobo

Norah Sprott

Lu profile
History
11/07/23

FSU history doctoral student receives Fulbright Fellowship to conduct research in Japan

Dena Reddick

In 2006, representatives from the Seminole Tribe of Florida built a traditional chickee, meaning "house" in Seminole, at FSU's Lakefront Park.
History
11/06/23

FSU faculty provide insights into Native and Indigenous histories for Native American Heritage Month

Jenny Ralph

Fuentes and Stanwood
Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science
11/03/23

Two FSU professors named rising stars by Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of Florida

Bill Wellock

Global Africas graphic
Winthrop-King Institute
11/02/23

‘Global Africas’ Symposium to explore cultural relations between Africa and China

Kendall Cooper

Hong Li
Chemistry and Biochemistry
11/02/23

FSU researchers capture high-resolution images of magnesium ions interacting with CRISPR gene-editing enzyme

Bill Wellock

Weiwei Luo, an assistant professor in the Department of History.
History
11/02/23

Faculty Spotlight: Weiwei Luo

Kendall Cooper

“Moving Day in the Everglades of Florida: Seminole Indians and Dugout Canoes,” circa 1935, from the collection of the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum in Clewiston, Florida. (Courtesy of the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum)
History
11/01/23

FSU Native American and Indigenous Studies Center to host American Society for Ethnohistory annual conference

Amy Walden

Mariana Fuentes
Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science
10/31/23

FSU-led research shows shifting nesting timing not enough to prevent fewer sea turtle hatchlings

Bill Wellock

Religion
10/26/23

FSU to host conference marking 75th anniversary of Universal Declaration of Human Rights

Hannah Fulk

Headshot of Sydney Cole smiling.
English
10/26/23

Student Spotlight: Sydney Cole

Norah Sprott

Ken Hanson
Chemistry and Biochemistry
10/25/23

FSU chemist honored by Tallahassee Scientific Society for career contributions to science, education and public outreach

Kendall Cooper

Hollander 2023 graphic
Statistics
10/24/23

FSU welcomes Adrian Raftery as the 2023 Myles Hollander Distinguished Lecturer

Hannah Fulk

From left, Feng Bao and Sanghyun Lee, associate professors in the Florida State University Department of Mathematics.
Mathematics
10/20/23

FSU mathematicians explore geothermal energy, carbon sequestration climate solutions in DOE’s Energy Earthshots initiative

Amy Walden

Qing Mai, a professor in the Department of Statistics.
Statistics
10/19/23

Faculty Spotlight: Qing Mai

Norah Sprott

Thomas Joiner
Psychology
10/17/23

FSU psychologist honored with international lifetime achievement award for suicide prevention research

Heather Athey

From left, Associate Professor Martin Bauer, Professor Richard Bertram, Assistant Professor Tom Needham and Assistant Professor Roberto Vincis.
Mathematics
10/12/23

FSU researchers earn NSF grant to apply novel mathematical tools to experimental data on sense of taste

Hannah Fulk

Postdoctoral fellow Anders Lindskog
Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science
10/12/23

FSU scientists find oxygen levels increased during boom in ancient marine life

Patty Cox

Professor Rafe Blaufarb
History
10/12/23

‘A political animal’ — FSU history professor discusses reign and impact of Napoleon Bonaparte

Bill Wellock

Jessica Tilley, a fifth year doctoral student studying classical archaeology in the Department of Classics.
Classics
10/12/23

Student Spotlight: Jessica Tilley

Carly Nelson

Debi Fadool
Neuroscience
10/10/23

FSU researcher earns $2.7 million grant to study diet, metabolism and brain connections

McKenzie Harris

Qing-Xiang “Amy” Sang, Endowed Professor of Cancer Research, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, College of Arts and Sciences; and Lynn Panton, Professor, College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences.
Florida State University
10/06/23

FSU faculty available to speak for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Anna Prentiss

Prashant Singh took the top prize of $50,000 for a project aimed at improving food safety at the FSU Discovery Challenge event on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023. (FSU Photography Services)
Florida State University
10/06/23

Discovery Days: Five researchers awarded $100,000 for cutting-edge projects at FSU Discovery Challenge

Jenny Ralph, Patty Cox

Carolina Gonzalez, professor of Spanish and linguistics, is among the instructors teaching classes in the FSU Linguistics Program.
Modern Languages and Linguistics
10/05/23

FSU Linguistics Program prepares graduates for careers in tech, science, education, law and more

McKenzie Harris

Tyler Towne, an associate teaching professor in the Department of Psychology and the assistant dean for undergraduate studies at Florida State University’s Panama City campus.
Psychology
10/05/23

Faculty Spotlight: Tyler Towne

Kendall Cooper

FSU Homecoming 2023 image
Florida State University
10/04/23

‘Light Your Legacy’ as FSU celebrates the 75th anniversary of Homecoming

Janecia Britt, Alice Maxwell

Emily DuVal
Biological Science
10/04/23

New study by FSU biologist challenges old ideas about choosing mates

Patty Cox

A garnet, gold, grey, and white logo for Saturday Morning Physics in a slightly retro design.
Physics
10/03/23

Wave visualization, exploding stars, quantum mechanics: FSU professors bring physics to the community

Heather Athey

Alyssa Atwood, FSU assistant professor in the Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science
Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science
10/02/23

FSU atmospheric scientist available to comment on what El Niño conditions mean for winter, spring

Patty Cox

Charlie Azzarito, a junior double majoring in anthropology and sociology.
Anthropology
09/28/23

Student Spotlight: Charlie Azzarito

Hannah Fulk

Ihoema Nwachukwu
English
09/26/23

FSU graduate claims Flannery O’Connor Award for Short Fiction

Mark Blackwell Thomas

Hedi Mattoussi, a Distinguished Research Professor with the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
Chemistry and Biochemistry
09/26/23

FSU chemist to receive American Chemical Society Award in Surface Chemistry

Amy Walden

Brad Schmidt
Psychology
09/22/23

FSU clinical psychologist honored with APA award recognizing educators’ contributions to the future of the field

Heather Athey

Ethan Cissell, an alumnus of the Department of Biological Science.
Biological Science
09/21/23

Alumni Spotlight: Ethan Cissell

Kendall Cooper

Doctoral candidate Monica Paniagua Montoya
Biological Science
09/18/23

FSU biological science doctoral student, advisers receive prestigious Howard Hughes Medical Institute Gilliam Fellowship

Devin Bittner

Healthy aging image
Florida State University
09/15/23

Healthy Aging Month: FSU experts available to speak on healthy aging

Mark Blackwell Thomas

Retention graphic
Florida State University
09/15/23

Florida State University achieving record levels of excellence

Hillary Speed, Undergraduate Studies

Michael McVicar, an associate professor in the Department of Religion.
Religion
09/14/23

Faculty Spotlight: Michael McVicar

Hannah Fulk

From L to R: Carine Schermann, Danielle Davis and Alaba Ilesanmi.
Modern Languages and Linguistics
09/13/23

Three Florida State University doctoral students receive 2023 Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowships

Anna Prentiss

Zhenghao Zhang
Computer Science
09/11/23

FSU computer scientist awarded NSF grant to develop new wireless communications technology

Hannah Fulk

Discovery days graphic
Florida State University
09/11/23

Mark your calendar: FSU launches FSU Discovery Days

Kathleen Haughney

Allison Wing
Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science
09/11/23

FSU atmospheric scientist Allison Wing receives early career award from American Meteorological Society

Patty Cox

Xiaonan Zhang
Computer Science
09/11/23

FSU computer scientist earns NSF grant for research on machine learning techniques

Kendall Cooper

Joel Smith
Chemistry and Biochemistry
09/08/23

FSU chemist earns $1.8M NIH grant to create complex molecules for biomedical and pharmaceutical use

Kendall Cooper

Jonathan Bradley
Statistics
09/07/23

FSU statistician to use NSF grant to improve computational efficiency of statistical analyses with environmental, health applications

Hannah Fulk

OSTA research image
OSTA
09/07/23

FSU Office of STEM Teaching Activities receives National Academies grant for developing and implementing marine food web curriculum

Devin Bittner

Francis Baffour-Awuah Jr. is a doctoral student in the Department of Mathematics.
Mathematics
09/07/23

Student Spotlight: Francis Baffour-Awuah Jr.

Hannah Fulk

Adam Dewan
Psychology
09/05/23

FSU researcher wins NIH grant to study a hidden part of our sense of smell

Patty Cox

This is a photo of Jessica Clark smiling.
Classics
09/05/23

Faculty Spotlight: Jessica Clark

Hannah Fulk

FSU 2023 hurricane season graphic
Florida State University
08/28/23

FSU faculty available to comment on Idalia, 2023 hurricane season

Bill Wellock

Katherine Henning, a student in the Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science.
Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science
08/24/23

Student Spotlight: Katherine Henning

Kendall Cooper

Pilot Station on the Yukon River during the spring thaw. The changes in the river’s chemistry hold implications for the entire planet, a new study says. (Photo: Robert Spencer)
Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science
08/22/23

Florida State University Earth scientist reveals how the Arctic is changing

Patty Cox

Alyssa Atwood
Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science
08/22/23

In the field: FSU researchers travel across the globe to unravel the mysteries of El Niño

McKenzie Harris

Bryan Quaife, an associate professor in the Department of Scientific Computing and a faculty associate in the Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Institute
Scientific Computing
08/17/23

Faculty Spotlight: Bryan Quaife

Kendall Cooper