An academic/enterprise partnership that includes Penn State researchers is developing a new dielectric material to enable magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines with shorter scan times and higher image resolutions, good news for cutting the cost of MRI scans for the hospitals and for patients who struggle with MRI-related anxiety.
With global energy prices trending upwards, Penn State’s solar energy purchasing agreement with Lightsource bp, now nearing the completion of its second year, has saved the University more money than expected while also contributing to greenhouse gas reductions.
On Aug. 24, the Penn State Office of Student Accountability and Conflict Response suspended the Beta Alpha Chapter of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity through fall 2025.
Penn State alumnus-founded startup Phospholutions, a leader in sustainable fertilizer technology, recently announced additional investment from leading global agricultural companies totaling $5.3M. This funding will support the commercialization of their RhizoSorb technology in the U.S. row crop market.