SueYeon Chung named McKnight Scholar
The assistant professor of physics and applied math won the grant for cutting-edge neuroscience research.
Division of Science
With college math stuck in the 20th century, work begins on a new formula
Scholars from around the United States recently gathered at Harvard to crack an unsolved problem in mathematics: how to make the subject more relevant to undergraduates.
How venom kills — and can lead to cures
Mandë Holford uncovers the secrets of deadly marine mollusks, how their toxins work with such targeted efficiency.
High-tech for the 1700s
Exhibit showcases tools that powered Revolutionary America
Evolution of human hands progressed feet-first
A new study shows how natural selection for locomotion reshaped both extremities
David Johnston named Dean of Science
Geobiologist praised as exemplary leader with “intellectual breadth, creativity, and collaborative approach”
Birding helped him soar in evolutionary science
Early interest in nature shaped Ashwin Sivakumar’s academic interests and work with Harvard Museums of Science & Culture
‘Living with volcanoes requires accepting their power’
Hawaiʻi’s Alyssia Wiesenbauer arrived with an interest in studying volcanoes. She leaves with a deep knowledge of nature and museums.
Cracking the code of ‘what the nose knows’
A team of researchers from two labs has created the most comprehensive map to date of how the primary olfactory system detects and organizes social and predator odors.
On the path to research, teach, and curate
Working with the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture was formative for integrative biology concentrator Lauren Bartel
Lacrosse teammates, friends felt same call to military service
At Harvard, Francisco Cortes and Owen Guest also shared interest in history and commitment to their athletic regimen