Unique bond identified as key to viral infection speed
December 12, 2025 at 02:00 PM | Source: https://www.psu.edu/news
Viruses are typically described as tiny, perfectly geometric shells that pack genetic material with mathematical precision, but new research led by scientists at Penn State revealed a deliberate imbalance in their shape that helps them infect their hosts.
Backyard insect inspires large-scale invisibility particles production
December 12, 2025 at 01:57 PM | Source: https://www.psu.edu/news
A team at Penn State has now developed a high-speed platform capable of producing synthetic versions of brochosomes at a rate exceeding 100,000 per second, a technological achievement that could lead to next-generation camouflage, sensors and other advancements for humans.
At 15, Journal of Information Policy grows and adapts in changing times
December 12, 2025 at 01:20 PM | Source: https://www.psu.edu/news
Penn State’s Journal of Information Policy is celebrating 15 years as a leading source of research for policymakers and scholars, while continuing to adapt to a fast-changing digital landscape.
Investigating the microbiome’s role in intestinal disorder in pregnancy
December 12, 2025 at 12:29 PM | Source: https://www.psu.edu/news
Jessica Grembi, an assistant professor of pharmacology in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences, has received a $500,000 grant from the Gates Foundation to investigate the role of the microbiome in environmental enteropathy — a condition characterized by inflammation of the small intestine that affects nutrient absorption.
Transparent ceramic could boost internet speeds and cut energy use
December 12, 2025 at 09:43 AM | Source: https://www.psu.edu/news
A new class of ceramics are not only transparent, but they can control light with exceptional efficiency — better than any theories predicted. Now, an advanced theory put forth by researcher at Penn State may explain why this material is so good at light control, which could lead to large-scale manufacturing of these materials for faster, smaller and more energy efficient technologies used in high-speed communications, medical imaging and advanced sensing.
American Nuclear Society names Penn State professor to 40 under 40 list
December 12, 2025 at 09:24 AM | Source: https://www.psu.edu/news
Penn State Professor of Nuclear Engineering Stefano Terlizzi was named to the 2025 American Nuclear Society's 40 Under 40 list, recognizing rising leaders shaping the future of nuclear science and technology.
Feedback loops accelerate warming, other atmospheric changes in Arctic
December 12, 2025 at 01:40 AM | Source: https://www.psu.edu/news
Using two instrumented planes and ground-based measurements from a two-month long field campaign to compare chemical processes in two regions in the Arctic — and the largest oil field in North America — to surrounding areas, researchers at Penn State have painted a comprehensive picture of the chemical processes taking place in the Arctic and found that there are multiple, separate interactions impacting the atmosphere.
Small galaxies often lack supermassive black hole cores
December 12, 2025 at 01:01 AM | Source: https://www.psu.edu/news
According to common convention, nearly every galaxy has a supermassive black hole at its center, but a new study using data from NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory has revealed that this idea does not hold true for smaller galaxies.
Penn State announces waivers to support students at closing campuses
December 11, 2025 at 02:00 PM | Source: https://www.psu.edu/news
Penn State is implementing new measures in support of students at the Commonwealth Campuses scheduled to close after the spring 2027 semester, including waiving both the tuition surcharge for course loads above 19 credits and the student-initiated fee.
Penn State’s Nick Singleton won’t play in Pinstripe Bowl, his father says
December 11, 2025 at 10:07 AM | Source: https://www.mcall.com
Former Gov. Mifflin star finishes his Lions career with 3 school records