Software-Developing Club Takes Top Prize at Do Good Challenge

The App Dev Club, which helps computer science majors hone their skills while supporting socially impactful corporate initiatives, took home $7,500.

Using Machine Learning to Develop a More Effective Malaria Vaccine

Using a novel approach called reverse vaccinology, which employs powerful bioinformatic tools and reverse pharmacology practices, the researchers are examining the genetic makeup of several parasites that cause malaria, seeking specific antigens to target with new vaccines.

College Faculty Members Honored as 2024 Invention of the Year Awardees

Four inventions by college faculty were honored at this year's celebration.

Margaret Palmer Elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Her election brings the number of CMNS faculty members in the Academy to 16.

Associate Dean, Research (Interim)
Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics’ José A. Feijó Receives Faculty Award From University System of Maryland’s Board of Regents

The award recognized Feijó’s highly cited plant biology genetics research on pollen tubes and his impact on the international scientific community.

Physics Professor Wolfgang Losert Named CMNS Interim Associate Dean for Research

Losert will serve in this role while an internal search is conducted for a replacement.

Investigating Climate Change’s Impact on Arctic Caribou

UMD graduate students Marron McConnell and Qianru Liao are combining their expertise in biomathematics and remote sensing to learn how climate change shapes caribou population dynamics and migration behavior in the Arctic.

$33,400 Awarded to CMNS Faculty, Staff, Students From New Do Good Campus Fund

Projects from the College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences emphasize experiential learning in STEM.

7 Ways You Can Help Curb Climate Change

In recognition of Earth Day, UMD Entomology Professor Sara Via shared her tips for taking on this grand challenge.

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