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SCIENCE IN A SHELL
The E-newsletter of the UMD College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences
DECEMBER 2022 |
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UMD President Darryll Pines Sticks a Terrapin Pin in ‘Capital of Quantum’ Map at Global Conference
UMD leadership in quantum science based on research, innovation, problem-solving fearlessness, he tells audience. Read More » |
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Mathematics’ Abba Gumel Uses Math to Tackle Grand Challenges and Save Lives
The new Michael and Eugenia Brin Endowed Chair in Mathematics conducts research at the nexus of climate change and infectious diseases. More » |
Finding the Right Chemistry at UMD
Chemistry and Biochemistry’s Mercedes Taylor—and her next-generation research developing novel materials for water purification and energy—are on a roll. More » |
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![A silhouette of a Gorgosaurus showing where the arctometatarsus-represented by an outset photo of a fossil-is located. Credit: Silhouette by Matthew Dempsey. Specimen photo from the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology. A silhouette of a Gorgosaurus showing where the arctometatarsus-represented by an outset photo of a fossil-is located. Credit: Silhouette by Matthew Dempsey. Specimen photo from the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology.](http://science.umd.edu/newsletters/images/gorgosaurus-metatarsals.jpg) |
Rare Sighting of Luminous Jet Spewed by Supermassive Black Hole
Astronomy’s Igor Andreoni led the team that discovered a bright optical flare caused by a dying star’s encounter with a supermassive black hole. More » |
Geology’s Thomas Holtz Helps Unravel Microscopic Mysteries of Supercharged Tyrannosaurus Rex Feet
New study sheds light on specialized binding ligaments that made T. rex a fast, fearful predator. More » |
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Impact of Australian Wildfires on Ozone Layer Depletion
AOSC’s Ross Salawich and Laura McBride (Ph.D. ’22, chemistry) co-authored an article on the reduction in the thickness of Earth's protective ozone layer following the Australian wildfires. More » |
Restoring Island-Ocean Connections Benefits Humans, Wildlife and Marine Environments
Entomology’s Daniel Gruner co-authored a new study that highlights the critical link between island and marine ecosystems and the importance of coordinated conservation efforts. More » |
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