Optical Society of America names Tufts biomedical engineer Fiorenzo Omenetto as Fellow
( Tufts University ) Omenetto's laboratory has pioneered the use of silk as a material platform for photonics, optoelectronics and high-technology applications and is actively investigating novel applications that rely on this new technology platform.
OSA Names Tufts Biomedical Engineer Fiorenzo Omenetto as Fellow
Omenetto's laboratory has pioneered the use of silk as a material platform for photonics, optoelectronics and high-technology applications and is actively investigating novel applications that rely on this new technology platform.
University of Akron aims to offer free tuition to qualified graduates of Akron schools
The University of Akron plans to offer full-tuition scholarships to eligible Akron public school students under an innovative deal that would include the university's acquisition of the almost vacant Central-Hower High School.
U.S. Youth Reluctant to Pursue STEM Careers, ASQ Survey Says
While teens rank some STEM -related careers as offering the best chance of getting a job in the future, 67 percent of youth in grades 6-
CLASS NOTES
The Galt Joint Union Elementary School District will be offering an open enrollment opportunity (School of Choice) beginning Feb. 1 through Feb. 28. Completed School of Choice request forms must be delivered to the GJUESD office at 1018 C Street, Suite 210 in Galt or faxed to 209-744-4553 before 4 p.m. on Feb. 28. Late School of Choice Request forms will not be considered.
Benton County College News, Feb. 8, 2012
Local Coe College student named to dean’s list CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – Drew Hinschberger, Belle Plaine, has been named to the Coe College dean’s list for the fall 2012 term. Hinschberger, the son of Kurt and Terri Hinschberger, is a 2009 graduate of Belle Plaine High School. He is currently a sophomore at Coe. Full-time [...]
MANVILLE: Three Eagles soar in Troop 193
Three Boy Scouts from Troop 193 achieved the highest rank in Scouting on Sunday, Jan. 8. A triple Eagle Scout ceremony was held in the Scouts’ honor at the sponsoring VFW Post 2290.
National study grades school science standards
Could the nation's competitive edge be lacking because of what is being taught in schools? A recent study conducted by the Thomas B. Fordham Institute showed it is possible, after grading each state's science standards.
CU Regents questioning law school subsidies
University of Colorado regents want to know why the Boulder campus School of Law is running at a loss and being subsidized by other students.
Gazette.Net: Frederick County Boy Scouts earn Eagle Scout honors
Seven teens from Boy Scout Troop 792 in Frederick recently attained the rank of Eagle Scout, according to Kelvin Anderson, the Eagle Scout coordinator for the troop.