News from the College of Sciences
Partnership Involving SDSU and Forest Service Unveils New Forest Conservation Strategy
San Diego State University is part of a collaboration with the USGS, USDA Forest Service and Climate Science Alliance called the Southern Montane Forest Project, which confronts the nationwide wildfire crisis
SDSU, Auburn University Professors Developing LGBTQIA+ Eating Disorder Treatment
$5M NIMH grant funds novel treatment that hones in on identity-related stressors
New Computer Models Revise Expected Shaking in Los Angeles from the “Big One”
Study by SDSU researchers offers some potential good news for Los Angeles when the “Big One” occurs
SDSU Biology Program Turns Local Fifth Graders Into Scientists
It’s back to school season but the science never stops at SDSU, with researchers going above and beyond year round! One example: The partnership between Professor Cristal Zuniga’s lab and Northmont Elementary aimed at inspiring underrepresented students to consider college and futures in STEM
College of Sciences New Faculty 2024-25
All about our new faculty members joining this school year!
Biology Major Claims Second Olympic Medal in Photo Finish Canoe Sprint
In a nail-biting finale that came down to a mere one-hundredth of a second, San Diego State University student Nevin Harrison claimed the silver medal in the C-1 200 meters canoe sprint at the 2024 Olympic Games in France
SDSU Biology Major Sets Sights on Second Olympic Gold Medal
Nevin Harrison returns to the Olympic Games hoping to repeat her golden moment in sprint canoe
Q&A with Samantha Bova: How This Summer’s Heat Affects Our Oceans
Earth and Environmental Sciences professor explains the widespread effects of sweltering temps on sea life and their role in climate change
A Whole Lot of Chutzpah: 93-Year-Old Professor Emeritus Celebrates 70 Years of Service to Psychology
Jerome M. Sattler’s ongoing career is highlighted by an innovative textbook, countless publications and philanthropy
SDSU Professor Recognized for Research that Promotes Equity in STEM Education
Daniel Reinholz receives award from the Mathematical Association of America for research in undergraduate math education
Holistic Approaches to Hispanic Health
Exploring cultural and cardiovascular links to dementia in Latino Americans
First-Gen Chemistry Student Awarded Pfizer Fellowship for Cancer Drug Research
How rising senior Alyssa Gomez is making her ‘STEM kid’ dreams reality while setting the stage for future generations in science
City Lizards Get Their Day in the Sun
Assistant professor of biology Kinsey Brock studies how reptiles evolve in urban environments
Applying AI to Climate Research
SDSU researchers are using AI to tackle important environmental issues in this NSF-funded project
Preparing the Next Generation of Sustainable Scientists
SDSU scientists received a $5 million grant from USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) for their project aimed at growing and increasing diversity among researchers who are contributing to sustainable food systems along the U.S.-Mexico border region.
SDSU, Cyber Center of Excellence, CSU San Marcos and National University receive $1M from Google to launch Cybersecurity Clinic
In collaboration with the Consortium of Cybersecurity Clinics, Google.org will provide funding, volunteers and in-kind support to establish the San Diego Cyber Clinic
World No Tobacco Day: A Conversation with Dr. Tom Novotny
SDSU’s Policy Research Center for Tobacco and the Environment (CTE) hosts its first annual Symposium May 31, World No Tobacco Day
Biologist Draws Foundation Grant to Advance Infectious Disease Research
The Prebys Foundation awarded $500,000 to Angelica Riestra to support her work on a common sexually transmitted infection