Arctic ground squirrels are changing their hibernation patterns
More than 25 years of climate and biological data reveal shorter hibernation periods and differences between male and female hibernation periods.
College News
CSU physicists make a precise measurement that bolsters longstanding quantum theory
Using lasers, supercooled hydrogen and radio frequency electromagnetic waves, the researchers characterized the magnetic interaction between the proton and electron in a hydrogen atom.
CSU celebrates the largest graduating class of online learners
The 514 CSU Online students who graduated this spring are the University’s largest class of distance grads, topping last year’s record by 11%
Photo slideshow: Spring 2023 commencement ceremonies
More than 5,000 Colorado State University graduates received their degrees May 12-14 during CSU's spring commencement ceremonies.
Collaboration and connection: Building a community in physics
Student groups are a popular way to get involved in university life and meet people with shared interests and experiences. Student groups like Women in Physics are great places to build community and collaboration amongst peers.
Rising star: Computer science undergraduate awarded for new digital portfolio product
Applying for a job? Need to make an online portfolio? One enterprising student created a product that eases the process for novices and “code-phobes.”
Outstanding Graduates: Spring 2023
Commitment. Persistence. Resiliency. The Class of 2023 represents the very best of Colorado State University, displaying courage in the face of adversity in the pursuit of their degrees. Meet just a few of the outstanding students from CSU’s eight colleges who are graduating this spring.
Research
Arctic ground squirrels are changing their hibernation patterns
More than 25 years of climate and biological data reveal shorter hibernation periods and differences between male and female hibernation periods.
CSU physicists make a precise measurement that bolsters longstanding quantum theory
Using lasers, supercooled hydrogen and radio frequency electromagnetic waves, the researchers characterized the magnetic interaction between the proton and electron in a hydrogen atom.
Vice President for Research announces 15 students in 2023-2024 cohort of VPR Fellows
Fifteen new students have been selected to the prestigious VPR Graduate Fellows program for 2023-24, a program sponsored by the Office of the Vice President for Research.
Colorado State University partners in $20M AI institute focusing on climate-smart agriculture and forestry
CSU researchers will play a key role in a new research institute that will leverage artificial intelligence to create more sustainable farms and forests.
Students
Collaboration and connection: Building a community in physics
Student groups are a popular way to get involved in university life and meet people with shared interests and experiences. Student groups like Women in Physics are great places to build community and collaboration amongst peers.
'Reel Life Research Rams' highlights the importance of student researchers
Colorado State University is home to some of the nation's top researchers, and an entirely new generation follows in their footsteps.
Rising star: Computer science undergraduate awarded for new digital portfolio product
Applying for a job? Need to make an online portfolio? One enterprising student created a product that eases the process for novices and “code-phobes.”
Vice President for Research announces 15 students in 2023-2024 cohort of VPR Fellows
Fifteen new students have been selected to the prestigious VPR Graduate Fellows program for 2023-24, a program sponsored by the Office of the Vice President for Research.
College Community
Celebrate Undergraduate Research and Creativity winners announced
Colorado State University undergraduates recently showcased a range of scholarly work across disciplines at the annual Celebrate Undergraduate Research and Creativity showcase hosted by CSU’s Office for Undergraduate Research and Artistry.
From math to MSW: Outstanding master's in social work graduate forges unique path
Courtney Martinez combined her undergraduate degree in math and her desire to help kids with social and emotional development to find a new path in social work research.
'Reel Life Research Rams' highlights the importance of student researchers
Colorado State University is home to some of the nation's top researchers, and an entirely new generation follows in their footsteps.
PSD, other students receive message of hope during Climate Leadership Summit at CSU
More than 250 high school students from Northern Colorado heard Colorado State University and Fort Collins experts talk during the 2023 Climate Leadership Summit organized by Poudre School District students, some of whom are enrolled at Futures Lab. The event drew participants from at least 10 districts.
Rams Shape Science
Collaboration and connection: Building a community in physics
Student groups are a popular way to get involved in university life and meet people with shared interests and experiences. Student groups like Women in Physics are great places to build community and collaboration amongst peers.
Planting the seed: DEI and social science concepts as part of core science curriculum
Akiko Nakamura, an assistant teaching professor in the Department of Chemistry, has been awarded a $10,000 mini-grant from the Office of Inclusive Excellence leadership team for her proposal titled, "Diversity and Inclusion Value Equity (D.I.V.E.)."
Recognizing and addressing oppression in the sciences
Last year three biology graduate students co-developed a course in the hopes of creating a learning environment unlike any other- delving into the often-overlooked, oppressive history of science.
First generation Navajo student builds pathway to mathematics success
Mathematics is about the diverse journeys and pathways to get to a solution. Irv Bahe’s unique story proves that the same holds true for mathematicians.
Sustainability
Chemists tackle the tough challenge of recycling mixed plastics
The CSU-led team has devised a new chemical strategy that delivers specifically designed small molecules called universal dynamic crosslinkers into mixed plastic streams.
Chemists propose ultrathin material for doubling solar cell efficiency
Writing in PNAS, the researchers showed that extremely thin films of molybdenum disulfide display unprecedented charge carrier properties that could someday drastically improve solar technologies.
Chemists redesign biological PHAs, ‘dream’ biodegradable plastics
A synthetic platform created by CSU chemists paves the way for a future in which PHAs can take off in the marketplace as truly sustainable plastics.
Water in, clean energy and water out: DOE funds renewable hydrogen fuel research
Using sunlight to split water, or H2O, into hydrogen and oxygen represents what Justin Sambur, associate professor in the Department of Chemistry at Colorado State University, calls “a holy grail in energy science.”