Division of Science & Research

West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission

Scientist Spotlight – Dr. Michael Norton
Apr 14, 2012

For Dr. Michael Norton, the path is important. Knowing from an early age that he would be a chemist, Dr.…

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Scientist Spotlight: Dr. Cerasela Zoica Dinu
Jan 11, 2012

Dr. Cerasela Zoica Dinu is making a difference in education and research in West Virginia.

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Scientist Spotlight – Dr. Bryan Raudenbush
Sep 26, 2011

Dr. Bryan Raudenbush applies common scents to his research. Literally. As associate professor of psychology at Wheeling Jesuit University,…

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Scientist Spotlight – Dr. Letha Sooter
Sep 22, 2011

Dr. Letha Sooter is an assistant professor at West Virginia University and a participant in the WVNano initiative. She is…

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Scientist Spotlight – Dr. Jason Best
Sep 22, 2011

Dr. Jason Best is a professor of astronomy and astrophysics at Shepherd University and director of the university’s observatory. Supported…

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Scientist Spotlight – Dr. Tony Szwilski
Sep 22, 2011

Dr. Tony Szwilski is an engineering professor and director of the Center for Environmental, Geotechnical and Applied Science at Marshall…

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Scientist Spotlight – Dr. Tina Cartwright
Sep 22, 2011

Dr. Tina Cartwright is an assistant professor of education at Marshall University and former West Virginia State Climatologist. Her life-long…

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Scientist Spotlight – Dr. Xiaodong Shi
Sep 22, 2011

Dr. Xiaodong Michael “Mike” Shi is an assistant professor in the West Virginia University Department of Chemistry and a participant…

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Scientist Spotlight – Dr. Brian L. Antonsen
Sep 22, 2011

Dr. Brian L. Antonsen studies brains and behavior. He is particularly interested in discovering how social experiences cause long-lasting changes…

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Scientist Spotlight – Dr. Maura McLaughlin
Sep 21, 2011

Dr. Maura McLaughlin, assistant astrophysics professor at West Virginia University, has reached astronomical heights in her young career. In 2004,…

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Research: A good investment for West Virginia

Investing in research creates jobs, attracts additional investment, improves education and steers youth toward careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) disciplines, all while increasing our society’s knowledge. In West Virginia, the Higher Education Policy Commission’s Division of Science and Research directs the National Science Foundation’s Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) and other programs that direct research funding.

Thanks to everyone who took part in the STaR Symposium/87th annual meeting of the West Virginia Academy of Science at West Virginia State University. Special thanks to our speakers and sponsors.

Check back for speaker powerpoint presentations and the program booklet, including an updated abstract list, to be added soon to the 2012 STaR S ymposium and West Virginia Academy of Science annual meeting site.

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