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Dixon was recognized for her impact in curriculum development, medical school application support and student mentorship.
Biologist Nicholas Fletcher Named Director of College Park Scholars–Life Sciences Program
He is the fourth director in the living-learning program’s 30-year history.
Computer Science Assistant Professor Furong Huang Answers Questions About Artificial Intelligence
The College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences hosted a Reddit Ask-Me-Anything spotlighting research on ethical AI.
UMD Undergraduates Investigate Medical Merits of Common Mushrooms
The Gemstone Honors students are researching whether common varieties of mushrooms can prevent infections linked to medical implants.
Moon Orbiting ‘Dinky’ Asteroid is Actually Two Tiny Moons Stuck Together
Collectively called ‘Selam,’ the two moonlets bring new insight into the complex processes behind planetary formation and evolution.
Sylvester James Gates, Jr. Honored by Harvard University
Distinguished University Professor Sylvester James Gates, Jr. was awarded an honorary doctorate of science during Harvard University’s 373rd Commencement Exercises on May 23, 2024.
Nine Science Terps Receive CMNS Alumni Network Endowed Undergraduate Awards
The awards will enable the students to conduct research and present at scientific conferences over the summer.
UMD Joins Consortium to Improve Accuracy of Weather Forecasts
Jonathan Poterjoy and Kayo Ide, both from the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Science, will lend their expertise to the new $6.6 million initiative.
Congratulations to the College's May 2024 Degree Candidates!
More than 1,600 students from our college are set to graduate in May 2024.
10 Science Terps Honored as Senior Marshals
High-achieving students will lead classmates into commencement.
Researchers Shed Light on How Key Ingredient for Life May Form in Space
A UMD-led team of chemists discovered a way to produce and observe carbene, a super-reactive molecule that triggers the creation of simple sugars necessary for life.
Two Science Terps Honored as University Medal Finalists
Science Terps Njikem Jayda Fomengia and Jack Yang were named University Medal Finalists at the University of Maryland's May 2024 Commencement Ceremony.