Research & Science

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Is the Zombie Apocalypse a Real Possibility?

National Geographic seeks out Tara Smith, professor in the College of Public Health, for the answer.

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Kent State Professor Cracks the Code

Kent State University computer science Professor Jonathan Maletic, Ph.D., and alumnus Michael Decker, Ph.D., are developing a new software solution, creating a world where the computer science community can effectively track changes and improve group code development.

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Recognizing Excellence in Cybersecurity

The internet continues to grow and enhance personal, social and business life for millions of people. But there are security issues with so much data moving around the digital space. Javed Khan, Ph.D., professor and chair of the Department of Computer Science at Kent State University, shares the importance of cybersecurity in the evolving technological plane.  

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Research Spotlight - David Dryer

David recently placed first in the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) Three-Minute Research Presentations, offering a glimpse into his groundbreaking research in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering.

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Students flying drones inside the CAE expansion atrium.

IN A FLASH: Flying Inside the House

Students honed their drone piloting skills inside the atrium of the College of Aeronautics and Engineering building's new expansion. 

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Meeting the Mummies

An instructor from Kent State at Geauga gave her students a unique opportunity to study the anatomy of mummies.

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The Power of Professor-Student Partnerships

My name is Cameron Gmitra and I recently graduated with a degree in actuarial mathematics with a minor in computer science. At KSU, I have enjoyed my time learning more about math and computer science. Kent State’s excellent math and computer science programs have challenged me to become a…

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Solving Pre-WWII Mathematics Problems from the Scottish Cafe

Did you know that not one, but two of our Department of Mathematical Sciences faculty members have solved intriguing problems in the famous Scottish Book, considered one of the highest achievements in the field of mathematics? In fact, one of them, Per Enflo, Ph.D., Emeritus University Professor …

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Top Faculty Award 2023

33 Kent State Faculty Members Named Among Top 2% of Scientists Worldwide 

Kent State's top-notch research and R1 status are showcased in a study.

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Fourth grade students from the I PROMISE School in Akron, Ohio spend time in the science lab at Kent State's Brain Health Research Institute

Young Brainiacs: I PROMISE Fourth Graders Have Fun Learning Science

Kent State University’s Brain Health Research Institute recently welcomed 94 fourth-grade students from the I PROMISE School in Akron, Ohio, for a day of activities aimed at sparking their interest in science and technology.

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