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AnnMarie McCracken, an undergraduate student at Washington State University, has been awarded a research grant from Sigma Xi.

A WSU environmental research station near Olympia, Wa plans to grow and expand with the help of a new grant from the National Science Foundation.

Kathryn Meier’s research is deepening the understanding of health and the onset and progression of disease.

From cities to rural and wild areas, Kevan Moffett wants to better understand the role of water on the planet.

Researchers believe the robot, nicknamed RAS, could eventually help those with dementia and other limitations continue to live independently in their own homes.

The donation will allow WSU and USDA scientists to enhance and update WSU Tree Fruit Research and Extension’s postharvest research facilities and equipment.

Collette Edge’s research presentation on Parkinson’s disease and fitness therapy recently won the grand prize for outstanding work at the College of Education.

Get set to present your research and creative achievements at Showcase, a weeklong celebration of WSU academic triumphs.

As the top recipient of USDA research and development funding, WSU is likely to see increased support for crucial programs.

The Office of Research Advancement and Partnerships is looking for nominations for the 2019 Golden Goose Award, which honors federally funded research that may be odd, obscure or serendipitous but ends up having a major impact on society.

To nominate someone, contact the Office of Research Advancement and Partnerships by email at OR.ORAP@wsu.edu by January 7, 2019. Make sure to include the name of the person being nominated, what unexpected impact the research has had, and which U.S. federal agency funded the work.

For more information about the Golden Goose Award, visit www.goldengooseaward.org/.

Gloss joined the Graduate School as an associate dean in 2014 and has been serving as the interim dean since August 2017.

Deadline for submissions to the weeklong celebration of scholarly achievement among WSU students, faculty and staff is Jan. 16.

Faculty from five colleges and three campuses receive funding for nine projects. See the details.

Students will highlight semester course projects, research and art.

Paid maternity leave improves the psychological well‑being of working mothers and their children, study indicates.

A WSU researcher for the first time has modeled how microplastic fibers move through the environment.

The Nuclear Science Center and Office of Research’s Emily Brashear received honorable mentions during the 2018 WSU Safety, Health and Security Fair and Awards. The Safety Awards, which took place on Oct. 16, recognized outstanding health and safety contributions made by individuals and groups across the University.

The Nuclear Science Center received recognition for consistently prioritizing the safety of the department and its staff. Through training and communications, all staff members have made significant contributions to the safety, health and security of both … » More …

By Christopher Keane, Vice President for Research

Each year, the Office of Research looks to improve our support of the Washington State University community engaged in creative activity, research, and scholarship. Over the past 18 months, we have made significant steps to do just that. From putting a stronger emphasis on safety to centralizing the management of our vivaria, the Office of Research has worked diligently towards achievements which will help us better serve the University.

Some of our most notable accomplishments are discussed below. It is important to note that all of these accomplishments represent effective collaborations between colleges, campuses, central administration, and the … » More …

The research fellowships will promote agricultural productivity, food security and economic growth through international collaboration.

WSU researchers examine effects of cannabis use during pregnancy.