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Researchers are unraveling the building blocks of Earth’s pigments
A newly developed framework for understanding the photoproperties of both natural organic matter and eumelanin, a natural pigment responsible for dark colors in organisms, may inspire…
Participating in heavy-contact youth sports, dropping out of sports linked to acts of violence
Contrary to popular belief, simply playing organized youth sports does not reduce the likelihood of committing violence in one’s lifetime, and in some cases, may increase it, according to a new…
New French and Italian chair brings lifelong commitment to languages to Arts and Sciences
Languages have been an integral part of Elena Past’s life, guiding her upbringing, education and eventual career in higher education. Now, as the incoming chair for the Department…
By saving ecosystems, environmental regulations help prevent biodiversity loss
Long-term conservation policies may help restore freshwater ecosystems and prevent extreme species loss, new research suggests.
As emerging threats such as warming…
New Arts and Sciences leadership major earns rave reviews from graduates, current undergrads
The reviews are in, and the College of Arts and Sciences’ new leadership major is getting plenty of praise from recent graduates and current undergrads.
Kethan Mokadam, who…
Across the universe, young stellar activity drives galactic evolution
In a new study, astronomers have revealed new details about how young stars shape their galactic surroundings.
Researchers analyzed about 18,000 star-forming regions in…
Ramya Krishna-Govardhan: International student community helped transition from India
Ramya Krishna-Govardhan, an international student from Hyderabad, India, came to The Ohio State University to broaden her perspective and ended up discovering new cultures, opportunities and…
Ohio State–led team secures NSF award to advance to next phase of the National Quantum Virtual Laboratory program
The Ohio State University is strengthening its growing prominence in quantum science, technology, and education with a $4 million, two‑year Phase II design award from the U.S. National Science…
Where two worlds thrive
In dual roles as corporate lawyer and riding school owner, Kathy Lloyd ’99 is fulfilled by her obligations—powered by them, even. Just don’t ask how long it’s been since she took…