Iowa State University wraps up 2024 by highlighting notable stories that captured the attention of its community.
Chasing Storms: Iowa State Students Navigate ‘Tornado Alley’
Over the summer, a new course led a group of 13 Iowa State students and their instructors through the infamous “Tornado Alley.” Their mission: to track storms, gather data, and collaborate with national forecasters, reminiscent of scenes from the film “Twisters.”
New Beginnings: Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory’s Major Development
Celebrating a pivotal advancement, Iowa State marked the dedication of the first phase of a new facility for its College of Veterinary Medicine, reinforcing its commitment to Iowa’s $32.5 billion animal agriculture sector with cutting-edge diagnostic services.
Navigating Snow: Engineers Enhance Snowplow Safety
Iowa State engineers, supported by the Iowa DOT, are developing a sophisticated snowplow navigation system. This innovation aims to keep drivers safely within lanes and prevent collisions with hidden obstacles under the snow.
Entrepreneurial Success: Iowa State’s Continued Excellence
Maintaining a top spot, Iowa State holds the #1 position in Iowa and #14 nationally in the latest Entrepreneurship Undergraduate rankings by The Princeton Review and Entrepreneur, reflecting strong educational offerings and mentorship programs.
A Golden Jubilee: The Maintenance Shop Celebrates 50 Years
The Maintenance Shop, a beloved venue at ISU’s Memorial Union, marked 50 years of hosting music legends and theatrical acts amidst its iconic stained-glass backdrop, continuing a rich tradition of live entertainment.
Printing in Space: Cutting-edge Technologies Tested in Microgravity
On NASA’s microgravity flights, researchers explored groundbreaking nanoink and printing technologies, proving the feasibility of creating electronic circuits in zero gravity—a vital step toward enabling in-space repairs and production.
Small Steps to Happiness: Students Learn Life-enhancing Habits
A new course at Iowa State University emphasizes the power of small, manageable habits in enhancing well-being, addressing the significant portion of happiness that is within personal control beyond genetics and circumstances.
Virtual Dissection: A New Dimension in Animal Science Education
Bridging traditional and modern educational methods, Iowa State’s animal science students benefit from virtual dissection technology, offering an innovative learning experience typically reserved for medical and nursing education.
Unveiling Vulnerabilities: Dairy Cows and Influenza Research
Research from Iowa State sheds light on why dairy cows are susceptible to avian influenza, providing insights that could inform biosecurity measures to control the spread of the virus through milk.
Brewed Innovation: Students Craft New IPA
In collaboration with Backpocket Brewing, students from Iowa State’s brewing science program applied their knowledge to create a new IPA, showcasing their skills in a professional brewing challenge.
Unlocking Potential: Advances in Stem Cell Research
Researchers have identified the impact of inflammatory signaling on embryonic blood stem cell formation, paving the way for new treatments for blood disorders and potentially reducing reliance on bone marrow transplants.
A Living Archive: The Ada Hayden Herbarium’s Expanding Collection
The Ada Hayden Herbarium, enriched by absorbing UNI’s collection, now boasts over 700,000 specimens, serving as a vital resource for plant research and education, with deep roots in botanical history.
Setting the Stage: U.S. Particle Physics Investment Plans
Iowa State’s Amanda Weinstein contributed to a panel establishing priorities for U.S. particle physics research, guiding multimillion-dollar investments by the U.S. Department of Energy and the National Science Foundation.
Reducing Emissions: Soybean Cultivation’s Environmental Footprint
New research at Iowa State reveals that soybeans contribute significantly to nitrous oxide emissions, highlighting opportunities to reduce emissions and increase yields through strategies like winter cover crops and earlier planting.
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