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When you think of a laser, what comes to mind? Intergalactic space battles? James Bond in Goldfinger? A game of laser tag?
You may be surprised to learn that studying lasers at The Ohio…
A story that places us inside the mind of a character who is remorseful about causing harm can inspire forgiveness for that fictional bad act, a new study finds.
But the literary benefits to…
A protein that’s essential to every cell’s ability to turn off unnecessary genes is well known for its key function of compacting genes and its connection to cancer when it undergoes mutation. But…
Claudia Turro was eager to start the 2026-27 school year for good reason: she was back in her laboratory full-time.
After serving as Ohio State’s department chair of…
David Nagib, College of Arts and Sciences Distinguished Professor and Dr. Harold "Hal" Miller and Betty J. Miller Endowed Chair in Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry, has been…
For decades, body image researchers have focused almost exclusively on how we compare ourselves to others, and the toll it takes on our well-being. But a new study from The Ohio State University…
Ancient ice trapped within an ice cap in Northwestern Tibet appears to preserve fragments from the last ice age, extending Earth’s glacial record by over 100,000 years and making them the oldest…
Hip hop began more than 50 years ago in the neighborhoods of New York City and has since spread across America, crossed oceans, connected cultures and even inspired new genres of music. Now, hip…
After more than six decades of conflict, 137,000 people have been reported missing in Colombia. A partnership between The Ohio State University’s new Mershon Search Lab and Colombia’s Unidad de…
Parents often learn the hard way that to make it anywhere on time, they should calculate how much time they think they need to get ready — and double it.
It’s hard enough for adults with…
New observations regarding the composition of distant galaxies reveal insights into the earliest phases of the universe that confirm decades of scientific understanding of the elements and…
Faculty, students and staff from The Ohio State University were up early in both Columbus and the Kennedy Space Center to watch the launch of NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope as it begins…
The Ohio State University has joined the Midwest Quantum Collaboratory (MQC), a coalition of leading research universities dedicated to advancing quantum science, technology, education and…
In a new study, a team of astronomers has identified wavelengths of light that could be useful for tracing the chemical evolution of the universe.
Using computational modeling to simulate…
“She’s your mom.” “They’re your family.” “Blood is thicker than water.”
For generations, these familiar idioms have illustrated what Rin Reczek and Emma Bosley-Smith, co-authors of the 2022…
A new telescope built with a field of view large enough to unravel some of the universe’s most mysterious puzzles will soon aim to brighten our understanding of dark energy and distant worlds.
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Janet M. Box-Steffensmeier, Distinguished University Professor and Vernal Riffe Professor of Political Science at The Ohio State University, has been named the 2026 recipient of Ohio State’s…
A new analysis of ice cores collected from the Andes in Peru has produced the first global record of historical tropical methane, filling a critical gap in our understanding of the origins of…
Douglass Schumacher, a professor in the Department of Physics, is part of a multi-university collaboration receiving a $4.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF…
New research suggests that no matter what we eventually determine the last common ancestor of humans and chimpanzees to be, we’ll learn it was a primate that climbed trees.
Humans and…
Researchers have developed a process for converting carbon dioxide and industrial waste into green hydrogen, reporting in a new study that turning trash into valuable mineral products could usher…
Science Sundays, the College of Arts and Sciences’ flagship lecture series, will return on Sept. 13 for eight free public science lectures covering a wide range of current and emerging topics in…
An international team of scientists has used machine learning to identify seven rare quasar candidates, according to a new study.
Quasars, distant cores of galaxies powered by supermassive…
“Will AI save or destroy us?” was the central question for a public panel on July 21, hosted by the Department of Psychology and the Collaborative on the Science of Polarization and Misinformation…
Swidden agriculture — often called “slash-and-burn” — has been practiced on every inhabited continent throughout human history, and for decades it has been blamed for the destruction of the world…
The Ohio State University continues to build momentum as a national leader in artificial intelligence research and innovation. This week, two teams led by Ohio State researchers joined a $293…
Horses know a predator when they see one – even if it’s only on a video screen they’re watching in a stall, with no sounds, smells or previous experience providing context to what they’re viewing,…
Within every muscle of every living species with a backbone, a protein called myosin tugs on a partner protein to generate a muscle contraction. This function, discovered in mammals a century ago,…
In “Llama Llama Mad at Mama,” a popular children’s book from 2007, a little Llama Llama goes to the grocery with his mama and becomes overwhelmed by all the sounds, sights, smells and shopping…
A newly developed framework for understanding the photoproperties of both natural organic matter and eumelanin, a natural pigment responsible for dark colors in organisms, may inspire…
Contrary to popular belief, simply playing organized youth sports does not reduce the likelihood of committing violence in one’s lifetime, and in some cases, may increase it, according to a new…
Long-term conservation policies may help restore freshwater ecosystems and prevent extreme species loss, new research suggests.
As emerging threats such as warming…
In a new study, astronomers have revealed new details about how young stars shape their galactic surroundings.
Researchers analyzed about 18,000 star-forming regions in…
The Ohio State University is strengthening its growing prominence in quantum science, technology, and education with a $4 million, two‑year Phase II design award from the U.S. National Science…
A new analysis suggests there is no correlation between athlete performance and the way the NFL values draft positions, challenging long-held beliefs about how professional football…
Non-native wall lizards living in Cincinnati, Ohio, have thrived against the odds thanks to an ability to expand their population more quickly than any inbreeding-amplified harmful genes could…
Head down to German Village in Columbus from Memorial Day through Labor Day and you’ll find the works of William Shakespeare and Agatha Christie brought to life at a classical yet vibrant…
Four researchers in the Department of Anthropology are co-authors on a new Nature paper discussing dental microstructure and tooth evolution. "Enamel nanocrystal misorientation increased…
For people living in some parts of the United States, their accent might not just indicate where they live – but also who they think they are.
In a small study in rural northwestern Ohio,…
Asking patients with chronic lung illnesses to paint a picture, of sorts, that shows how they perceive the extent of their lung disease can tell clinicians as much about their symptom-related…
While scientists have known for over two decades that all cells use a strategy called RNA interference to regulate gene expression, a new study is the first to describe how a specific protein…
Having a religious affiliation doesn’t stop people from betting on sports in the United States, according to a new study.
Results showed that people who infrequently attend religious…
Baby dinosaurs were likely fed more nutritious food than their adult counterparts, a finding that could offer insights into their social evolution, suggests a new study.
From graduate school grit to supporting global educational exchange, Ryan Pereira '02 PhD reflects on the mentors, memories and lessons that shaped his Ohio State experience—and the career that…
America’s 250th birthday is a time to take stock of the past and consider the future, said Charles O. Anderson, The Ohio State University’s newest Artist Laureate.
“It’s an…
Six student-led startups, including a team of neuroscience majors, were each awarded $50,000 in funding at The Ohio State University’s 2026 President’s Buckeye Accelerator (PBA) finale, led by the…
Glaciers can reveal vast archives of information about Earth’s environmental past, but deciphering the origins of the matter within them can be a challenge.
Now, using a…
Marilynn Brewer, professor emerita and Ohio Eminent Scholar in the Department of Psychology, and Christopher Kochanek, professor and Ohio Eminent Scholar in the…
As the world’s population continues to grow, farmers across the globe are working hard to feed more than 8 billion humans. Agriculture at that scale requires interventions, including herbicides…
A new study is the first to show that two of our most sophisticated cognitive functions, using and understanding language and being able to sense how other people feel, have distinct origins in…
Christopher Browning, PhD, professor of sociology in the College of Arts and Sciences, has earned The Ohio State University 2026 Distinguished Scholar Award. Senior leadership in…
Christopher A. (Drew) Jones, PhD, professor of English in the College of Arts and Sciences, has earned The Ohio State University 2026 Distinguished Scholar Award. Senior…
In pursuit of understanding the role dark energy plays in complex physics, researchers have marked completion of a major milestone: successfully surveying the entire target area in the…
Christopher Jaroniec, PhD, Arts and Sciences Distinguished Professor and associate dean for research and creative inquiry in the College of Arts and Sciences, has earned The Ohio State University…
“Going green,” is a phrase you hear a lot these days, as people and organizations strive to create a more sustainable and thriving environment. The Department of Theatre, Film and Media Arts at…
The Center for Urban and Regional Analysis (CURA) at The Ohio State University celebrated its 25th anniversary with a festive brunch and commendations from the Ohio House of Representatives and…
Researchers have discovered evidence that superconductivity can be controlled by influencing the surrounding environment, a finding that may lead to more efficient electronics down the…
Glaciers in High Mountain Asia — a region encompassing the Tibetan Plateau and its surrounding mountain ranges — are shrinking rapidly, endangering water resources for millions of people…
Since it launched in 2023, the forensic anthropology major at The Ohio State University has skyrocketed.
“We had five students in the major the first year,” said W. Scott McGraw…
The College of Arts and Sciences maintains a strong national academic profile, with audiology ranked in the top 10 (6th among publics) and speech & hearing in the top 20 (16th among publics)…
In a new study of viral abundance over a short time frame in the Sargasso Sea, researchers found that almost all viruses with cyclical changes in abundance were most active at night – somewhat…
Some of the 3D digital models created by researchers to depict lost neighborhoods in Columbus, Ohio, tell a clear story by placing the “ghosts” of houses that were demolished for freeway…
Before she retires later this year, Laura Kissel, polar archivist for the Byrd Polar and Climate Research Center Archival Program (or Polar Archives) at The Ohio State University, wanted to…
The crunchy little jumpers are beloved in Mexico, writes an Ohio State anthropologist in a new book, so the Ohio State Alumni Magazine compared proteins.
Sociologist Chris Knoester answers alumni questions about confidence, pressure, rising costs and why fun still matters most for young athletes.
Doctoral student Will Roesch has creatively blended engineering and AI to reveal the airflow patterns that make each note.
The College of Arts and Sciences at The Ohio State University has launched the Arts and Humanities AI Institute (AHAII), an innovative center that brings together scholarship, teaching, creative…
For a few days every year in March, most of the country celebrates the luck of the Irish. All year round, PhD student Nicholas Booker celebrates culture connected to Cornwall,…
A number of College of Arts and Sciences undergraduate researchers received awards at the 2026 Richard J. and Martha D. Denman Undergraduate Research Forum. 31 students from 15…
The phrase “iPad kid” has plenty of negative connotations.
Parents of young children are often working or in need of a break, but are increasingly concerned about exposing their kids to…
A common misconception about deserts is that they are barren wastelands. According to Mark Moritz, professor of anthropology at The Ohio State University, this couldn’t be further from the truth.…
Though previous research has shown that bird populations are declining across North America, a new study is the first to show that the pace of loss has picked up speed since the mid-1980s in three…
Partnerships with residents and community organizations are essential to carrying out The Ohio State University’s land-grant mission, researchers said during a recent panel discussion.
The…
Pickup basketball and neighborhood kickball are less common now than for generations past, giving way to more organized and formal youth sports intended to help kids get ahead, a new study…
The study of folklore at Ohio State – ranging from tales of ghosts and goblins to stories of cultural heritage throughout the world – dates back nearly 100 years. In recent decades, developments…
No natural phenomenon provides a rarer chance to study the secrets of the animal world than a total solar eclipse.
This was recently demonstrated by researchers investigating how…
Research and creative activity are often impossible without the right equipment, and the College of Arts and Sciences continues to step up to help faculty members replace outdated instrumentation,…
A fully booked conference – with a wait list – is a great way to kick off celebrations in Ohio for the United States’ semiquincentennial, or America 250.
At “New Perspectives on the…
National security scholars at The Ohio State University are noticing a change in tone and rhetoric in the way the United States is conducting foreign policy following the capture of Venezuelan…
The Department of Theatre, Film, and Media Arts and the College of Engineering recently came together to make magic on stage, combining forces to build a fully functioning animatronic robot that…
Wildfires leave behind devastation. In their wake, they destroy homes, businesses and wildlife. And according to research from assistant professor Kate Hu, their impact goes…
Three scientists from Kazakhstan are contributing innovative clean-energy and mitochondrial biology research to The Ohio State University through an international academic program.
Ardak…
A lot happened in the College of Arts and Sciences in 2025. Let's take a look back at some of our top stories from the past 12 months as we get ready to share another year of excellence,…
A review of more than 1,000 studies suggests that using technology to communicate with others is better than nothing – but still not as good as face-to-face interactions.
Researchers found…
When it comes to our most important long-term goals in life, it is not uncommon to face obstacles that may lead us to doubt whether we can achieve our ambitions.
But when life hands you…
A decline in religious participation among middle-aged, less educated white Americans may have played a role in the widely noted increases in “deaths of despair,” a new study finds.
Marine bacteria are key to determining whether carbon is recycled near the ocean surface or transported to deeper waters, but many operate in constant threat of being infected by viruses called…
Ohio State neuropsychologist (and Department of Psychology alum) Jeremy Grant explains how activity, diet and sleep can slow decline and boost resilience.
Ohio State researchers, including faculty in the Department of Physics and the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, recently were awarded nearly $9 million through the Ohio Federal Research…
Dehua Pei, a professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, has been named a Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). This award recognizes “exceptional…
Artificial intelligence is entering the art studio, transforming how we create, collaborate, and think about originality itself. In this episode of Now at Ohio State, Amy Youngs explores the…
The same personalized algorithms that deliver online content based on your previous choices on social media sites like YouTube also impair learning, a new study suggests.
Researchers found…
Engaged Scholars is a series highlighting Ohio State faculty who have made an impact in our communities through their community-engaged research and teaching. In this edition, Hollie…
Several programs in the College of Arts and Sciences earned strong international recognition in the 2025 Shanghai Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS).
GRAS evaluates world…
Many children grow up dreaming – or maybe even expecting – that they will become a star in football, basketball or whatever their favorite sport may be.
Most parents have more realistic…
Julia Applegate, lecturer in the Department of Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies, leads efforts to preserve the rich history of Columbus lesbian bar Summit Station with the documentary "Free…
Last month, more than $100 million in jewels was stolen in broad daylight from the Louvre, France’s national museum. Investigators believe that four individuals completed the daring robbery: Two…
Jon Anderegg is an extraordinarily well-traveled and accomplished scholar. He has been educated or been an educator in five states at a number of different institutions. However,…
Fish species living in the deep sea feature a surprisingly large range of body shapes that evolved in different ways and at different rates depending on where the fishes live in the ocean, new…
Researchers have known that children often don’t focus on tasks and tend to “over explore” instead of paying attention to what they should be doing. However, why they do that has remained unknown…
Young children have a lot of trust in scientists, and watching superhero TV shows with villainous researchers has little impact – and only in certain situations, a new study shows.
Findings…
Janet M. Box-Steffensmeier, Distinguished University Professor and Vernal Riffe Professor of Political Science, received a 2025 Barry Prize for Distinguished Intellectual…
Just how many species of bees live in Ohio? Based on other states, estimates land between 400 and 450. Until recently, there hasn’t been a way to be sure.
Thanks to the Ohio Biodiversity…
Young umbrella acacia trees in Africa survive severe drought by putting their natural processes into overdrive when water is in short supply, prioritizing continued growth over water conservation,…
Researchers have made a significant advance toward the goal of using bacteria – rather than fossil fuels – to produce ethylene, a key chemical in the production of many plastics.
In a new…
Eating toasted grasshoppers in parts of Mexico, a food once derided as only for poor people, is now celebrated as a delicacy by visiting tourists from the United States and elsewhere.
The…
In a new study, chemists have developed a novel framework for determining how effectively carbon monoxide sticks to the surface of a catalyst during conversion from carbon dioxide.
…
A new study provides the best evidence to date that the connection patterns between various parts of the human brain can tell scientists the specialized functions of each region.
Previous…
In a new analysis, physicists provide the most precise picture yet of how neutrinos change ‘flavor’ as they travel through the cosmos.
Neutrinos are fundamental…
More kids are leaving youth sports than ever before — between 60 and 70 percent drop out before adulthood. That’s a problem, because youth sports aren’t just about competition. They build…
Herbals, a genre of books that contain information and illustrations about plants and their uses, dominated the print marketplace in England through the 16th and early 17th centuries. While we…
Humanities and engineering students at Ohio State recently completed a week-long internship alongside the University of Osaka and Japanese robotics company OTC Daihen, tackling issues facing the…
A new study provides evidence of the explosive growth of private club and travel teams in youth sports over the past 60 years.
Researchers found that kids who were born in the 1990s were…
A lab study in crickets has revealed sex differences in how the insects direct their nutritional resources to increase chances of generating offspring, finding that females prepare for producing…
To capitalize on the opportunities offered by artificial intelligence (AI) and The Ohio State University’s focus on becoming a national leader in the field, the College of Arts and Sciences has…
The secret to human intelligence can’t be replicated or improved on by artificial intelligence, according to researcher Angus Fletcher.
Fletcher, a professor of English at The Ohio State…
The Underground Railroad in North America, which helped slaves from southern states flee to northern states and Canada is an important story when telling America’s history. The journey south,…
Matthew Sullivan, a professor in the Department of Microbiology and director of the Center of Microbiome Science, is the recipient of the 2026 Award for Environmental Research…
Produced by national opera presenter Beth Morrison Projects, the work also has received critical support from the College of Arts and Sciences.
Biogen is investing up to $1 billion in a new research collaboration with City Therapeutics, a biotechnology company founded on discoveries made at The Ohio State University. The agreement…
As coral reefs decline at unprecedented rates, new research has revealed that some coral species may be more resilient to warming temperatures than others.
By studying…
Stars die and vanish from sight all the time, but astronomers were puzzled when one that had been stable for more than a decade almost disappeared for eight months.
One reason why so many schools in the United States struggle to provide a high-quality education is that their core constituents – students and parents – have the least say in how they’re run.
…
People’s perceptions of the world are easily impacted by the angle at which they view objects in it, suggests a new study.
This finding, made by researchers from The…
A new study combines eye tracking and artificial intelligence to identify the exact moments in an educational video that matter for learning in children.
The study could also predict how…
The established conservation practice of relocating animals from large, genetically diverse populations to small communities of inbred endangered species may risk introducing more damaging than…
"The Only Doctor," a documentary film by Ohio State graduate Matthew Hashiguchi ’07, examines rural healthcare in the United States through the eyes of Dr. Karen Kinsell, the lone physician…
Coral restoration efforts could be dramatically improved with technologies that support the survival and growth of baby corals, suggests a new study.
Findings showed…
Assistant Professor of Dance Irvin Gonzalez has been passionate about advocacy for as long as he can remember.
“Growing up, I would translate for my parents,” said Gonzalez, whose parents…
Chemists have developed a novel way to generate a variety of highly useful chemical building blocks by harnessing metal carbenes, suggests new research.
Typically used…
The Ohio State University Cognitive Health in Late Life (CHILL) Lab has launched an initiative encouraging Ohioans to adopt lifestyle changes to improve their brain health. The program, based in…
Most popular coming-of-age movies don’t reflect the true challenges of adolescence, suggests new research.
An analysis led by Kate Stewart, a PhD student in…
Have you ever wondered what kind of video content would most grab the attention of monkeys?
A new study of long-tailed macaques suggests the monkeys seem to like some of the same kind of…
Around the circle, children with autism and Ohio State students tap their hearts to a beat, singing, He-llo~, He-llo~, He-llo~.
Names are incorporated: He-llo~ Matthew… He-llo~…
Claudia Wier, associate professor of teaching, Department of Theatre, Film, and Media Arts, and School of Music, College of Arts and Sciences, has been awarded a 2025-2026 Fulbright U.S. Scholar…
In August, the inaugural class of The Ohio State University’s Engaged Scholars Academy will begin with 16 tenure-track faculty members from eight different colleges.
The participants will…
As concern grows about America’s falling birth rate, new research suggests that about half of women who want children are unsure if they will follow through – and many won’t be that bothered if…
Whether you have a rebellious personality or not, most people imagine they are better at overcoming pressure to violate their own principles than they really are, finds a new study.
Ohio State Energy Partners (OSEP), the university’s comprehensive energy management partnership, has announced its 2025-2026 grant recipients. Awardees include Nicole Karn in the Department of…
Parents, it is not just your imagination – you are spending more time, money and resources on your kids’ sports activities than moms and dads from previous generations.
A new nationwide…
Devices made with cheap strips of paper have outperformed two other testing methods in detecting malaria infection in asymptomatic people in Ghana – a diagnostic advance that could accelerate…
The actor, associate professor and Ohio State’s 2024–25 artist laureate taps his theatrical talents (and Shakespeare’s poetry) to inspire children with autism and veterans.
Melisa Diaz, an associate professor in earth sciences and the principal investigator of the Polar and Environmental Geochemistry Lab at The Ohio State University, has been named a 2025–2027 CIFAR…
Even with all its training and computer power, an artificial intelligence (AI) tool like ChatGPT can’t represent the concept of a flower the way a human does, according to a new study.
That…
Deep sea sediments contain treasure troves of information about marine ecosystems and past climate scenarios, yet remain understudied clues into Earth’s environmental future, according…
As artificial intelligence (AI) grows more sophisticated by the day, educators are finding new ways to incorporate it into their coursework. Its applications go beyond generative language and big…
New research brings together 7,000 years of history in South Arabia to show how ancient pastoralists changed placement and construction of monuments over time in the face of environmental and…
Jennifer Eaglin, associate professor, Department of History in the College of Arts and Sciences, has been awarded a 2025-2026 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award to Brazil to research “Going Nuclear: The…
What started as a research project in a campus lab is now helping utility companies across the country keep the power on when it matters most.
StormImpact, a weather analytics company…
If you want to do your best, most creative work, moving to a new place – or working from several places – can accelerate the process, according to a new study of Nobel Prize winners.
A psychology professor from The Ohio State University has been elected to the U.S. National Academy of Sciences, one of the highest honors a scientist can receive.
Richard Petty,…
A local intergenerational workshop series is helping children in central Ohio connect with their history by writing self-published books that tell stories of their unique heritage.
The…
Magnetar flares, colossal cosmic explosions, may be directly responsible for the creation and distribution of heavy elements across the universe, suggests a new study.
History, art, and activism converge in the works of Urban Arts Space’s newest Community Artist-in-Residence, Tyiesha Radford Shorts. The UAS Community Artist-in-Residence program is now in its…
The American Academy of Arts & Sciences has announced the election of its new members for 2025, which includes four faculty members from The Ohio State University College of Arts and Sciences: …
Undergraduate research in higher education institutions isn’t rare. However, an undergraduate student being listed as a first author on a paper cited in The New York Times is…
Scientists are working to shed new light on an enduring climate mystery – one that, if solved, could help them make more accurate predictions about the planet’s future.
In a new study, data…
Using the Korea Microlensing Telescope Network (KMTNet), an international team of researchers has discovered that super-Earth exoplanets are more common across the universe than…
Tomaz Neves-Garcia’s scientific journey has taken him from São Paulo to Ohio, with stops in the United Kingdom and Spain along the way. During his undergraduate studies at the University of São…
When reconstructing the face of a recently deceased individual, scientists can use data from human cadavers and living people. But how do you reconstruct a face that’s more than 140,00 years old?…
Professor Norah Zuniga Shaw, Director for Dance and Technology at The Ohio State University’s Advanced Computing Center for the Arts and Design (ACCAD) and Department of Dance, is partnering with…
A new study offers insight into what is happening in our brains when our working memory must use its limited resources to remember multiple things.
Researchers found that two parts of the…
Children with autism experience myriad struggles. Often, one of them is simply being invited to play. Have fun. Because if you think those with autism don’t want to be social and creative, you’re…
Merijn van der Heijden has been the director of Urban Arts Space at The Ohio State University since 2018. The annual Department of Art Auxiliary Faculty and Staff Exhibition long predates her, she…
Caprice Phillips, a doctoral candidate in the Department of Astronomy at Ohio State, has always aimed for the stars through her research and outreach. Now, she will have the…
Take a look inside the Pelotonia Research Center, Ohio State’s new scientific hot spot, where teamwork, creativity and innovation flourish.
Research and creative activity are often impossible without the right equipment, and the College of Arts and Sciences is stepping up to help faculty members replace outdated instrumentation,…
The Ohio State University has been awarded a $500,000 grant from the Mellon Foundation to support the Unite to Read Project (URP).
The URP is an innovative, two-year initiative to engage the…
Researchers have uncovered a more efficient way to turn carbon dioxide into methanol, a type of alcohol that can serve as a cleaner alternative fuel.
In the lab,…
“If you feel it, chase it,” was the tagline for “Twisters,” a 2024 blockbuster film centered around a group of storm chasers who study tornadoes. And for students at Ohio State, the opportunity to…
If you’ve ever noticed how memories from the same day seem connected while events from weeks apart feel separate, a new study reveals the reason: Our brains physically link memories that occur…
Americans have long believed that sports are one area in society that offers kids from all backgrounds the chance to succeed to the best of their abilities.
But new research suggests that…
Researchers see hints that dark energy, widely thought to be a “cosmological constant,” might be evolving over time in unexpected ways.
New results from the Dark Energy…
A number of College of Arts and Sciences undergraduate researchers received awards at the 2025 Richard J. and Martha D. Denman Undergraduate Research Forum. 25 students from 12…
A fresh look at past data reveals that exoplanets with masses similar to Jupiter formed much sooner than previously thought, according to new research.
The Ohio State…
Nearly 40% of adult Americans say they’ve experienced some type of sport-related mistreatment in their lives, a new study shows.
Mistreatment ranged from psychological and emotional to…
If you were to look at a map of Columbus, what would you see? Depending on the map, you could see streets, buildings, parks and restaurants. But what would be missing? Ningchuan Xiao, professor of…
Research in professor Agus Muñoz-Garcia’s's lab at Ohio State Mansfield could help identify the factors that control cancer tumor growth and changes within organisms.
A longer paternity leave after the birth of a child can improve the co-parenting relationship between moms and dads in a key way, a new study finds.
Researchers found that mothers were less…
Across the rich landscapes of the Andean region and beyond, indigenous artists like Mama Santusa Quispe are creating more than just tapestries; they are weaving stories of identity and community…
Experts met virtually this week to discuss the ethical use of social media data in research in a panel hosted by the College of Arts and Sciences’ Center for Ethics and Human Values at The Ohio…
In a remote Norwegian field station, Erin Murray spent a month with a research team studying the impacts of noise from a nearby offshore windfarm upon key species of the local aquatic food chain.…
Professor Highley’s project creates map overlays to provide viewers a more comprehensive view of what Shakespearean London looked like, compared to different eras in the modern city.
…
How do you tell if someone has a particular accent? It might seem obvious: You hear someone pronounce words in a way that is different from “normal” and connect it to other people from a specific…
Scientists have discovered that some tiny segments of RNA thought to be junk instead have a functional role in suppressing production of certain messenger RNAs and appear to help cells respond to…
Ohio State senior Kasmira Snyder is using her art to spark conversations around the issues women face in society.
Snyder, a self-described representational oil painter, uses…
Scientists have developed a novel tool designed to protect and conserve coral reefs by providing them with an abundance of feeding opportunities.
The device, dubbed the…
A new study published this week in Nature Geoscience reveals that in response to climate change, the Greenland Ice Sheet is developing significantly more surface crevasses in key regions …
Higher education was not always in Michel Talagrand's plans. However, the newest Abel Prize winner reflects fondly on his time at The Ohio State University, where he spent more…
Adam Leroy, a professor of astronomy at The Ohio State University, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Henry Draper Medal.
The oldest medal awarded by the National…
Black immigrants moving into a neighborhood can help shift the overall racial and ethnic character of the area, a new study suggests.
A researcher from The Ohio State University found that…
When Ohio State students decide to pursue industrial design within the Department of Design, they can rest assured knowing they are learning from the industry standard.
Three professors in…
A lot happened in the College of Arts and Sciences in 2024. Let's take a look back at some of our top stories from the past 12 months as we get ready to share another year of excellence,…
The amount of murdering and killing in movies has increased overall over the past 50 years, according to a new study that analyzed a massive database of film dialogue.
Researchers used…
The best way to deal with narcissistic people in your personal life may be the hardest advice to take, according to an expert who has studied narcissism for more than 20 years.
The best…
Though affordable homes and rental units are in short supply in Columbus and many cities across the country, there are a number of strategies that can make housing more accessible, according to…
Three professors at The Ohio State University, including 2023 Nobel Prize winner Pierre Agostini in the Department of Physics, have been elected as members of the National Academy…
Achieving goals to lower nutrient runoff in Lake Erie, a move designed to prevent harmful algal blooms and reduce low-oxygen conditions called dead zones, could come at the unexpected cost of…
Alcohol’s ability to increase people’s pain threshold is one reason that drinking also leads to more aggressive behavior, a new study suggests.
Researchers found that the less pain that…
An international team of researchers has made new observations of an unusual supernova, finding the most metal-poor stellar explosion ever observed.
This rare supernova,…
In a Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania, limestone mine, 220 feet underground, you can find the Bettmann Archive, a cache of 11 million photographs and film negatives featuring images of Albert Einstein,…
In a polarized nation, there is one thing that nearly all Americans agree on, according to a recent study: Sports are good for us.
Researchers from The Ohio State University and Ithaca…
Chemists have developed a novel way to capture and convert carbon dioxide into methane, suggesting that future gas emissions could be converted into an alternative fuel using electricity…
The Language, Assistive Technology, and Autism Lab studies how to help nonspeaking kids and others express themselves using devices.
For people who struggle to communicate, Ohio State’s Aphasia Initiative offers a lifeline. It’s all thanks to a skilled leader, generous alumni and students who care.
After a stressful day, many of us turn to the television as a way to cope. A way to escape and connect with our favorite characters. And which shows we choose to watch provides insight into our…
Human activities have led to the pollution of some of the remotest places in the world, a new study shows.
By examining ice cores taken from the Guliya ice cap in…
Phosphorus is an essential nutrient for sustaining life on Earth, influencing entire food webs by fueling photosynthetic organisms. However, in agricultural regions like the Western Lake Erie…
Halloween season is here, and people of all ages often enjoy dressing up and eating candy. Some may engage in spooky activities like visiting graveyards. Many of these traditions are inspired by…
Voter distrust, media consumption, disinformation growing everywhere — these have had a drastic impact on our elections. In this episode, we talk with two experts about how as our society changes,…
This year, Orton Geological Museum celebrates 150 years of firsts and rocks, minerals and fossils that make both the curious and scientifically minded go “ooh!” Museum Director and Professor Loren…
The microbes that cycle nutrients in the ocean don’t do the work on their own – the viruses that infect them also influence the process. It’s a vital job for the rest of the planet, enabling…
Rapid warming has impacted the northern ecosystem so significantly that scientists are concerned the region’s vegetation is losing the ability to recover from climate shocks, suggests a…
If you smugly believe you’re right in a disagreement with a friend or colleague, a new study suggests why you may actually be wrong.
Researchers found that people naturally assume they have…
Natural climate patterns such as El Niño are causing tropical glaciers to lose their ice at an alarming rate, a new study has found.
A phenomenon that typically occurs…
Psychiatric drugs are reported to be about 50% more effective in clinical trials funded by the drug’s manufacturer than when trials of the same drug are sponsored by other groups, new research…
Researchers have developed a way to make one type of plastic material more durable and less likely to shed dangerous microplastics.
The study identified a secure way to…
When you think about head injuries and their causes, sports and auto accidents are probably the first thing that comes to mind. While that is often the case, the MINDSET Lab at Ohio State studies…
David Nagib, an organic chemist and a professor of chemistry and biochemistry at The Ohio State University, has been selected as a finalist for the 2024 Blavatnik National Awards for…
Coral reefs will continue to experience severe heat stress as rising temperatures cause the oceans to become unbearably hot – but a new study shows that altering their feeding habits could allow…
Researchers at The Ohio State University are helping lead the development of an instrument that will transform how astronomers hunt for exoplanets.
Designed to detect…
The College of Arts and Sciences’ CHRR at The Ohio State University is at the heart of a new study aiming to identify the root causes of mental illness and addiction in Ohio.
Introduced by…
For many decades, the coca plant – the main ingredient in cocaine – has been grown almost exclusively in South America. But a new study shows that nearly half of northern Central America appears…
The Center for Emergent Materials (CEM) at The Ohio State University’s College of Arts and Sciences is partnering with California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) on a program to expand…
Though a founding concept of ecology suggests that the physical environment determines where organisms can survive, modern scientists have suspected there is more to the story of how microbial…
Chris Coleman was aware of the Advanced Computing Center for the Arts and Design (ACCAD) at The Ohio State University before he even completed his undergraduate degree at West…
A team of chemistry and physics researchers at The Ohio State University have received a $12M award from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) to support the operation, maintenance and…
In a new study, astronomers report novel evidence regarding the limits of planet formation, finding that after a certain point, planets larger than Earth have difficulty forming near low…
The invention of a tool capable of unlocking previously impossible organic chemical reactions has opened new pathways in the pharmaceutical industry to create effective drugs more…
Not all communities in the United States face the same risks for environmental problems such as air pollution, noise and wastewater. But how can federal agencies fairly identify which areas…
Ancient viruses preserved in glacial ice hold valuable information about changes in Earth’s climate, a new study suggests.
For decades, the Guliya Glacier, located above…
Scientists have learned that children find it hard to focus on a task, and often take in information that won’t help them complete their assignment. But the question is, why?
In a new study,…
An international team of scientists is the first to report incredibly small time delays in a molecule’s electron activity when the particles are exposed to X-rays.
To…
The students working with Margaret Newell in her historical research lab at The Ohio State University over the summer spent a lot of time looking at original documents. It was challenging for them…