Ethics course gives undergraduate his start in mind and brain research
An ethics class at the University of South Carolina fostered Harrison Propps' passion for philosophy and neuroscience research.
USC freshman's medical invention could lead to reduced breathing tube injuries
Shrihan Ganesh Babu is a first-year biochemistry major and premedical student at USC. While in high school, he designed a medical device that may decrease the likelihood of patient injuries from breathing tubes. His idea recently helped him win a national research competition.
Neuroscience major uses leadership skills to find research success
For the past two summers, Ansley Martin has participated in a research internship called the Structured Neuroimaging-Intensive Research Program, or SNIRP. This year she served as the program's teaching assistant - a role she originated and funded through a stipend from the South Carolina Internship Program.
Summer internship paves way for biology major's healthcare dreams
Biological sciences major Shyam Ganesh Babu took steps towards his dream of working in healthcare with a summer internship at Prisma Health Greenville.
SEOE professor selected to lead Society for the Study of Evolution
Professor Carol Boggs, a renowned biologist and USC professor, has been elected president of the Society for the Study of Evolution, a leading professional society in evolutionary biology.
USC linguistics professor's scholarly journey began in south Asia
A summer in Bangladesh immersed young Emily Manetta in numerous languages, spurring the two decades of work on South Asian linguistics she brings to USC.
Fulbright scholar investigates promising cancer therapy
Diana Clark, a biological sciences major, traveled to Ottawa, Canada, this summer to conduct cutting edge cancer research.
New endowed chair brings focus in Alzheimer's drug research
Qun Lu’s quest to develop an effective drug treatment for Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases has brought him to the University of South Carolina. Lu, who joined USC in January as the new SmartState Endowed Chair in Neurotherapeutics Chemical Biology, has developed, with his research team, novel therapeutic molecules that have demonstrated effectiveness in rodent models that mimic Alzheimer’s disease.
USC professor recognized as fellow of American Chemical Society
Chuanbing Tang, Carolina Distinguished Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, has been elected a fellow of the American Chemical Society, one of the largest scientific organizations and the world leader in chemistry research. The honor recognizes Tang for leadership and excellence in the field of chemistry.
U101 instructor of the year calls on lifetime of experiences to guide students
Kitty Sutton began her professional life as an attorney and thinks the lawyerly ability to hear a person’s story without passing judgment is part of what makes her successful as a University 101 instructor. In fact, her students were so impressed with Sutton’s skills that she is the 2024 recipient of the M. Stuart Hunter Award for Outstanding Teaching in University 101.
Students lead adventure trips from the mountains to the sea
A lifelong nature enthusiast, senior Eric Young has been leading outdoor adventure trips for five years and spent this summer as a trip leader for campus-run tours that are open to all University of South Carolina students. Young credits a childhood gift with getting him started on the rivers that flow through and around his native Columbia and ultimately why he chose to major in environmental science.
Marine science grad dives deep in submersible that first explored Titanic
Hunting ocean fungi rather than ocean liner wreckage, Julianne McHenry came up with sea floor samples key in ongoing research project.
Clean Water Institute partnering with state to do more comprehensive water quality monitoring
In its first year of operation, USC’s Institute for Clean Water has launched a partnership with the state Department of Environmental Services to provide detailed analyses of water samples collected across South Carolina.
What if you could recharge a battery 250,000 times? South Carolina chemist works to lengthen battery life.
In a world racing towards renewable energy, batteries are the linchpin. Yet, their ability to recharge is a looming hurdle. Enter Morgan Stefik, leading a charge at USC's Carolina Institute for Battery Innovation.
For alumna Emma Jackson, every week is a shark week
Emma Jackson, who earned her degree from USC in marine science, is pursuing her passion for elasmobranchs: the family that includes sharks, rays and sawfish.
USC ranked one of top patent-producing universities in the world
USC is the top patent-producing university in the state and among the leaders in the SEC.
Psychology Ph.D. students tap bartenders, musicians to help address opioid misuse
The opioid epidemic has been on the rise in South Carolina for more than a decade. Statewide, more than 2,200 people died from unintentional overdose in 2022. Now, two University of South Carolina graduate students have recruited a new group of professionals to help offset the epidemic: Columbia's local bartenders.
Student body vice president advocates for good mental health
Courtney Tkacs is committed to fostering a safe community for students on campus while prioritizing mental health activism.
The Impact of the Mellon Foundation Grant on Women's and Gender Studies at USC
The University of South Carolina's Department of Women's and Gender Studies has been awarded a $100,000 grant by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation through its "Affirming Multivocal Humanities" initiative, which, according to its website, strives to “further address the continuing need for nuanced scholarship on the breadth of the human experience through race, ethnic, gender and sexuality studies."
Teaching Award Spotlight: Amanda Murphy, Department of Statistics
When it's time to sign up for classes, statistics students at the University of South Carolina eagerly advise, "Make sure you get into Murphy's class!" This enthusiastic endorsement highlights Amanda Murphy's dedication and engaging teaching methods, which have earned her the 2024 Professional Track Teaching Award from the College of Arts and Sciences.
Teaching Award Spotlight: Joshua Meyer-Gutbrod, Department of Political Science
Since joining the College of Arts and Sciences in 2020, Joshua Meyer-Gutbrod has revolutionized the experience for political science students. He created a semester-long Senate simulation class, enabling students to practice politics by role-playing as senators.
Arts and Sciences boasts trio of MIRA winners
Earning the Maximizing Investigators' Research Award is a rare accomplishment. The MIRA is a prestigious honor bestowed annually by the National Institute of General Medical Sciences, part of the National Institutes of Health, and only those researchers at the cutting edge of their field are considered.
USC's Edsel Peña, incoming statistics department chair, elected IMS Fellow
Edsel Peña has reached a high point in his nearly 40-year career. The professor in USC's Department of Statistics has been named a fellow of the Institute of Mathematical Statistics (IMS), one of the biggest honors for a statistician. In addition, Peña has received an award from the Philippine-American Academy of Science and Engineering.
Honors College alumna finds success in higher education
Honors College alumna Kimberly Rogers recently completed her first year as a college president — an impressive achievement for anyone, especially a first-generation university graduate. She took the first steps on that path in Spartanburg, South Carolina, where she discovered a passion that would lead her far.
Student body President Patton Byars leads campus into future
Student body President Patton Byars is a generational Gamecock dedicated to creating long-term improvements at the University of South Carolina and is focusing on enhancing campus safety and the four-year student experience.
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