Student learning how edible coatings extend shelf life
Walk through your typical grocery store’s produce section and you’ll often see rows and rows of delectably pre-sliced…
Fuel cell research could help spark new economy
Methanol fuel cells are used in a variety of applications. But the cleaner, renewable technology has its limitations,…
Student looks for better ways to make anti-venom
Few events strike terror into the human heart like the thought of a bite from a venomous snake.…
Black History Month underscores SIU’s commitment to students of color
We here at SIU have been celebrating Black History Month. Continuing throughout February, the celebration includes numerous events…
SIU receives 115-pound black carp specimen for invasive species study
Southern Illinois University Carbondale researchers this weekend received what is believed to be the largest specimen of the…
Student examines nanoparticle impact on microbial life in local water
Nano materials hold great promise in fields of such as engineering and medicine. But the impact on the…
SIU support, location helps students do research at national lab
When the United States entered the nuclear power age, it can be argued Argonne National Laboratory is where…
SIU graduates exemplify the Saluki Spirit
Nearly 900 Salukis will be getting diplomas at SIU on Saturday (2 p.m. at the SIU Arena), and…
Student gets seriously scientific about coffee
Coffee – the smell alone can do wonders for the mind, body and soul. In fact, the aroma…
Gray fox research puts undergrad on path of self-discovery
Research is about discovery, and sometimes SIU students discover themselves in the process of doing it. Angelica…