Early-career scientists from WVU have partnered with the American Association for the Advancement of Science to launch the West Virginia Local Science Engagement Network, a group dedicated to building trust in science.
Research
A research team is working on ways to eliminate the rampant human-made radio interference from cell phones, televisions and radar systems that can block the detection of radio signals by astronomers with help from $510,000 in funding support from the National Science Foundation.
Matt Harbaugh of Mountain State Capital will discuss what you need to know before meeting with an angel investor or a venture capitalist at noon tomorrow (Nov. 28) on Zoom.
The Department of Psychology is seeking individuals older than 18 to participate in a research study to examine an intervention to increase physical activity in people who are currently physically inactive.
The study led by Johnathan Herczyk, assistant director of program management, risk management and quality assurance at the WVU Health Affairs Institute, has found mindfulness techniques such as meditation and yoga may help patients receiving medication for substance use disorder complete their treatment program.
The Office of Student and Faculty Innovation will provide an overview of recent initiatives and the funding processes for the U.S. Department of Agriculture Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs at 10 a.m. Thursday (Nov. 16) on Zoom.