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In sub-Saharan Africa, 1 in 6 cancer medications found to be defective

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notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · Jun 26

Serious quality defects were found in a significant number of cancer medications from sub-Saharan Africa, according to new research led by Marya Lieberman, professor of chemistry and biochemistry at Notre Dame.

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Serious quality defects were found in a significant number of cancer medications from sub-Saharan Africa, according to new research from the University ...

College of Science announces leadership changes

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notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · Jun 20

Holly Goodson, professor and associate chair in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry and Science Director of the Glynn Family Honors Program, will replace Gezelter, serving as interim associate dean for education and undergraduate programs.

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Dan Gezelter, senior associate dean…

notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · Jun 20

Dan Gezelter, senior associate dean for education and undergraduate programs in the College of Science, has been named chair of the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry.

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notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · Jun 5

Steven Corcelli will serve as interim William K. Warren Foundation Dean of the College of Science beginning July 1, 2025.

Corcelli is a professor and chair of the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at @notredame.bsky.social

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Jordan Byrne @sickbyrne.bsky.social · May 30

Had a great time last month at the MWFolding Conference at Notre Dame: presented my research, met brilliant scientists, had some energizing conversations, and saw a giraffe.

One of the coolest parts? Getting interviewed by rustbeltscience.com (podcast coming soon)!

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notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · May 30

This year, a second Math Duck family made its temporary home inside the math courtyard between Hayes-Healy and Hurley hall.

The ducklings were escorted by Mama Duck and Notre Dame Mathematics across campus to their new home at The Lakes. 🦆

Mama duck and ducklings sit in their water bowl in the math courtyard. Photo by Samantha Keller

Several math ducklings. Photo by Matt Cashore.

Mama Duck leads her ducklings as they waddle to the lake on a campus sidewalk. Photo by Samantha Keller.

notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · May 29

Announcing the 2024-25 College of Science Faculty Awards ✨

Congratulations to Nancy Michael, Claudiu Raicu, Xinyu Liu, and Alan Huebner: bit.ly/438jOrR

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notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · May 20

Santiago Schnell, the William K. Warren Foundation Dean of the College of Science, has accepted an appointment as provost at Dartmouth.

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notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · May 15

Congratulations to the 6 College of Science faculty members recognized as 2025 Faculty Award winners by the Office of the Provost!

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[Left to right] Michelle Whaley, Jason Rohr, Olaf Wiest
[Second row] Holly Goodson, Rachel Branco, Rebecca Surman

College of Science faculty promotions and retirements

notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · May 14

Congratulations to College of Science faculty who have earned promotions in 2025 as a result of their outstanding teaching, research, and service and to those who have earned emeritus status:

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Congratulations to College of Science faculty who have earned promotions in 2025 as a result of their outstanding teaching, research, and service and to...

Newly synthesized magnet by Notre Dame physicist could pave a way to faster and energy efficient spin based electronic devices

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Science Policy Initiative at ND @scipolnotredame.bsky.social · May 14

Pint of Science starts Monday! Grab your tickets before it’s too late so you can be sure to see our awesome line-up of speakers. It is always a good time to engage science communication in your local communities! pintofscience.us/events/south... @notredamescience.bsky.social @notredame.bsky.social

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notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · May 13

Scientists at Notre Dame synthesized a material that exhibits a rare and promising form of magnetism known as altermagnetism, which could reshape how computers store and process information in the future, a new study in Nature Communications shows:

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Scientists at the University of Notre Dame synthesized a material that exhibits a rare and promising form of magnetism known as altermagnetism, which co...

’Tis the season for ticks and mosquitoes. A medical entomologist talks about these pests and how to avoid them.

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University of Notre Dame @notredame.bsky.social · May 7

Congratulations to Clare Cullinan and Bennett Schmitt, our Class of 2025 Valedictorian and Salutatorian!

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Two students smiling in front of a stone archway, one wearing a green jacket and the other in a blue suit with a lapel pin.

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notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · May 6

As the weather warms and people begin to spend more time outside, ticks and mosquitoes will do the same.

In 5 questions, Associate Research Professor Lee R. Haines explains the risks mosquitoes and ticks pose to the Midwest 🦟

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Notre Dame expert Lee Haines explains the risks mosquitoes and ticks pose to the Midwest and discusses how the public can best protect themselves and fa...

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notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · May 5

Jason R. Rohr has been named a 2025 Fellow of the Ecological Society of America (ESA).

This recognition honors his outstanding contributions to ecological science, particularly at the intersection of ecology and public health.

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Jason Rohr, the Ludmilla F., Stephen J., and Robert T. Galla College Professor of Biological Sciences and department chair, uses indoor and outdoor laboratories to study the intersection of wildlife and human health. The 200- and 300-gallon tanks in his outdoor laboratory simulate freshwater environments. In this photo, Rohr stands behind a large black tank filled with water. Behind him are other tanks with blue covers.

Notre Dame Day LIVE: Part 2

notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · Apr 30

Don't miss Kate the Chemist on ND Day live between 10:30 am and 11 am today! www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIWC...

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notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · Apr 29

This Thursday is the College of Science Joint Annual Meeting!

Join us from 1 to 4:30 at Jordan Hall where our undergraduate students will present their original research with faculty and fellow students in poster and oral format.

Let's JAM!

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notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · Apr 28

🎉 Kudos to Stefano Castruccio, named Fellow of the American Statistical Association! 🌟 His work in high-resolution climate simulations is shaping the future of environmental stats. Learn more: science.nd.edu/news-and-med...

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notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · Apr 25

🌌 Tonight! Explore the universe’s secrets with Dr. Raman Sundrum in Cosmology and Unification at the St. Joseph Public Library in Downtown South Bend. Dive into the past and future of universe theories! 🌠🔭

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notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · Apr 24

🌌 Tonight at Culture Café, South Bend: Dr. Dan Hooper & Dr. Seth Koren unravel the mysteries of the cosmos, dive into cosmic art & culture, and more at this special CHATS edition! Don’t miss out! 🎶🔭

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The Moon Landing, Elvis Presley, and Flat Earthers: The Science of Why we Believe in...

notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · Apr 23

🔬✨ Ell Handy is redefining #Endometriosis Research at Notre Dame, paving the way for improved women's health care. Discover their groundbreaking work! #WomensHealth 👩‍🔬

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notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · Apr 22

🧠 Dive into the world of conspiracy theories with Rust Belt Science! Join Maggie and Shahir as they explore what drives these beliefs and the impacts they have on society – especially in science communication. Keep an eye open for part 2!

🎧 Listen Now: youtu.be/AOWLYFKarKk

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notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · Apr 17

🌌 Unveil the universe's secrets with Dr. Raman Sundrum at our #CosmologyAndUnification talk! Explore the unity of fundamental forces since the universe's birth. 🚀

📅 April 25, 2025
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notredamescience.bsky.social @notredamescience.bsky.social · Apr 16

🌌 Explore the cosmos with us! Join Dan Hooper and Seth Koren at the Culture Café for a CHATS special edition next Thursday. Dive into cosmology, astrophysics, and their influence on art. Don't miss a stellar jazz session after the talk. #TheUniverseAndUs

🎶 Learn more: science.nd.edu/events/2025/...