Purdue researcher Philip Low remembered for contributions in drug discovery
Purdue University announced the death of Philip Low, a longtime faculty member and leader in drug discovery, on March 4 at age 78.
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New edition of ‘Psychopathology and Mental Health’ includes Purdue professor Susan South
The 10th edition of “Psychopathology and Mental Health” will be published by Pearson on December 19, 2024.
Nicole Kong named associate vice provost and dean for Purdue Libraries
Professor Nicole Kong has been appointed as the new associate vice provost and dean of Purdue Libraries and School of Information Studies (SIS), according to an announcement by Sunil Prabhakar,…
Purdue researcher investigates genetic mechanisms behind cancer immune evasion
Cancer researchers are working to better understand how the disease evades the immune system, with a focus on the molecular mechanisms that allow cancer cells to survive and spread.
Purdue continues annual campaign making colon cancer screening accessible
For the seventh year, Purdue University’s Center for Healthy Living (CHL) is offering a campaign to make colon cancer screening more accessible to eligible employees and their covered spouses.
Purdue launches accelerated bachelor’s-to-doctorate STEM pathway
Purdue University has introduced a new program called B2D7: Bachelor’s to Doctorate in 7 Years, aiming to address the shortage of domestic students pursuing STEM doctorates in the United States.
Purdue announces leadership changes across STEM teaching, assessment, research centers
Paul Asunda has been appointed as the new executive director of the Center for Advancing the Teaching and Learning of STEM (CATALYST) at Purdue University.
Virtual Road to Retirement conference continues through Friday with multiple financial wellness sessions
The spring 2026 Road to Retirement virtual conference is currently underway, offering sessions from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will conclude on Friday, March 6, with the final…
Purdue engineers develop method to improve detection of underground utility pipes
Purdue University engineers have created a new method to improve the detection of underground utility pipes, aiming to reduce accidents during construction projects.
Purdue hosts virtual Road to Retirement conference for employees
The spring 2026 Road to Retirement virtual conference has started and will run through Friday, March 6.
Purdue committee opens spring grant applications for employees and dependents
The Campus Support Staff Advisory Committee (CSSAC) has opened its spring application period for professional development grants.
Purdue president and first lady to host annual Easter egg hunt at Westwood
Purdue University President Mung Chiang and First Lady Kei Hui will host the fourth annual Easter egg hunt at Westwood on Sunday, March 29.
Purdue Archives to digitize Gilbreth engineering recordings with grant support
Purdue University Archives and Special Collections will digitize 147 film and audio recordings connected to the work of industrial engineers Frank and Lillian Gilbreth.
Purdue researchers develop contraceptive vaccine targeting wildlife overpopulation
A contraceptive vaccine developed at Purdue University aims to address overpopulation in animal species such as feral horses, deer, and swine by significantly reducing fertility rates.
Purdue launches free virtual ‘Asthma Care for Adults’ program starting March 17
A new virtual wellness program, “Asthma Care for Adults,” will begin on March 17 and run through April 9.
Purdue hosts symposium on space debris as national security risk
The Purdue Policy Research Institute (PPRI) will host its second annual Space Policy, Science + Technology Symposium at Purdue University from March 23 to 25.
AGE Fisher Family Foundation donates $10 million for new engineering entrepreneurship hub at Purdue
Purdue University has announced a $10 million commitment from the AGE Fisher Family Foundation to establish a new innovation and entrepreneurship center within its College of Engineering.
Road to Retirement virtual conference offers financial planning resources March 4–6
The spring 2026 Road to Retirement virtual conference is set to begin on Wednesday, March 4, and will continue through Friday, March 6.
Michael Manfra appointed as chief quantum officer at Purdue University
Purdue University has named Michael Manfra as its chief quantum officer, effective January 1, 2026.
Purdue updates conflict of interest and campus posting policies
Purdue University has announced updates to several of its policies, effective March 1.
Purdue staff members recognized for service across departments
Chenell Loudermill, Kayce Solari Williams, and Natasha Watkins were recognized for their work in organizing the third annual STEP N2 STEM event on February 14.
Purdue schedules Road to Retirement virtual event with sessions on financial wellness
The annual Road to Retirement virtual conference at Purdue University will take place from Wednesday, March 4, through Friday, March 6, 2026.
Book examines evolution of smart reconfigurable manufacturing systems
A new book titled “Design and Operation of Smart Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems in Industry 4.0/5.0” is set to be published by Springer Cham on October 2, 2025.
Cyber incident at third-party vendor affects some Purdue University employees
Purdue University has reported that some of its employees may have been affected by a cyber incident involving Conduent Business Services.
Nominations open for Purdue’s MaPSAC Excellence Award through March 27
The Management and Professional Staff Advisory Committee (MaPSAC) at Purdue University is now accepting nominations for its annual Excellence Award.