A Purdue University physics and astronomy professor whose work is dedicated to environmental safety and enhancing renewable energy production has been elected to one of the nation’s highest science honors.
Purdue Memorial Union will be fully decked out for the holiday season once again. On Monday (Dec. 6), with the arrival of a freshly cut Christmas tree, the festivities will begin.
Purdue computer scientist wins George Pólya Prize in Applied Combinatorics
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Alex Pothen
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. The field of applied mathematics enables the ability to solve real-world problems through mathematical models and computational methods. The Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) promotes research that will lead to new mathematical and computational techniques for solving challenging problems in science, engineering, industry and society.
SIAM has elected Purdue University computer scientist and applied mathematician Alex Pothen to receive its prestigious 2021 George Pólya Prize in Applied Combinatorics.
Superheroes of Science bringing new STEM innovations to teachers, schools
Sarah Nern and Steven Smith, coordinators of Superheroes of Science, conduct a remote interview with Seema Mattoo, assistant professor of biological sciences. (Photo provided.)
Superheroes of Science is Purdue’s College of Science program that highlights STEM content, provides professional development opportunities for teachers, and delivers learning experiences for students.
The focal point of the Superheroes of Science program is a podcast of the same name. The podcast, which releases content weekly, is hosted by K-12 outreach coordinators Sarah Nern of the Department of Chemistry and Steven Smith of the Department of Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences.