More strategic COVID-19 testing could prevent distancing and shutdowns
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Increasing testing capacity for COVID-19 can reduce infectious cases, according to a new study by Penn State biologists.

Penn State-led team awarded $17M to study climate risk and adaptation strategies
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Penn State-affiliated startup Chromatir develops color-shifting coatings
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Penn State chemists harness color-shifting properties for use in industry and commercial products.

Scientists uncover the genetic pathway that colors bumble bee stripes
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Penn State researchers explore the genetic underpinnings of a bumblebee's color, using the Roar supercomputer.

Traffic and mobile phone data predict COVID case counts in rural Pennsylvania
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Vehicle traffic and mobile phone data can predict COVID-19 cases, according to new research by Penn State biologists.

Radioactive metals for medicine get a boost from recently discovered protein
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A protein discovered by Penn State researchers can be used to recover and purify radioactive metals such as actinium, which could be useful

Eberly’s undergraduate research exhibition a success
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Spotlight on student science excellence, Latinx faculty

Chemistry department’s helium recovery system now operational
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A new helium recovery system in the Chemistry Building is now operational, benefiting research and sustainability University wide.

Newly discovered gas giant moving closer to its star
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A newly discovered planet is moving closer to its star, according to penn state astronomers.

New, environmentally friendly method to extract and separate rare earth elements
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A new process by Penn State chemists improves how we extract and separate rare earth elements, including from unconventional sources.

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