Bridging academia and industry: The semiconductor revolution at OSU (Techlandia)

In this episode of Techlandia, Skip Newberry hosts Tom Weller to discuss groundbreaking developments in the semiconductor industry spearheaded by Oregon State University. OSU's key projects, such as the Corvallis Microfluidics Tech Hub and the FAST engine, stand out as innovative solutions that combine research and industry needs.

2 Oregon universities back up Harvard in lawsuit against the Trump administration (Oregonian)

Oregon State University and the University of Oregon this week joined 22 higher education institutions seeking to support Harvard University in its lawsuit against the Trump administration over funding cuts and freezes. (see also KOIN)

Hiring leaders equitably and effectively (Inside Higher Ed)

At least one person—the search chair, hiring official or search firm representative—should take responsibility for equitable search design. (At Oregon State University, we use a trained search advocate to support this goal.) 

‘Ticking timebomb’: sea acidity has reached critical levels, threatening entire ecosystems (The Guardian)

However, a new study by the UK’s Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML), the Washington-based National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and Oregon State University’s Co-operative Institute for Marine Resources Studies found that ocean acidification’s “boundary” was also reached about five years ago.

What is loud budgeting? (WalletHub)

Kayleen Salchenberg, accredited financial counselor, program manager and instructor with the Center for Advancing Financial Education at Oregon State University, is interviewed in this piece.

Needs of dryland growers addressed at OSU/ARS field day (Pacific Northwest Ag Network)

Francisco Calderon, Columbia Basin Agricultural Research Center Director, noted a majority of the questions they address during this annual field day come from stakeholders

50th anniversary of ‘Jaws’: How the film impacted the public perception of sharks (Good Morning America)

"It villainized sharks and people became absolutely terrified of any species that was in the ocean," James Sulikowski, director of the Coastal Oregon Marine Experiment Station at Oregon State University, told ABC News. (see also ABC)

How a super tiny crustacean makes life work in the southern ocean (National Geographic)

National Geographic Explorer Kim Bernard (OSU) was stirring her Earl Grey tea in the galley of a research ship off the coast of Antarctica, preparing for a long night of observing a remotely operated vehicle as it surveyed the seafloor. When the marine ecologist looked up to a monitor showing a live video feed sent by the ROV from a depth of more than 3,000 feet in the Southern Ocean’s murky waters, something caught her attention. (for a PDF of this article email [email protected])

New technologies help wood-burning stoves burn more efficiently, produce less smoke (TechXplore)

Oregon State University researchers are gaining a more detailed understanding of emissions from wood-burning stoves and developing technologies that allow stoves to operate much more cleanly and safely, potentially limiting particulate matter pollution by 95%.

Oregon State University builds new computer chip to cut AI energy costs in half (KGW)

But researchers at Oregon State University may have a promising solution. Engineers at OSU’s College of Engineering have developed a new computer chip that cuts one major aspect of AI’s energy use in half — potentially marking a big step toward more sustainable AI systems.

Who gives a s#!t about cursing robots? We studied robots with dirty mouths, and what we discovered surprised us (IEEE Spectrum)

A piece by Naomi Fitter, associate professor in the Collaborative Robotics and Intelligent Systems Institute at Oregon State University.

Research cuts conflict with MAHA’s stated goals (NPR)

STONE: Brander is an ecotoxicologist at Oregon State University, and she knew that figure. SUSANNE BRANDER: It was definitely our study. STONE: Done by Portland State University and her lab. Her next reaction? BRANDER: Baffling - I was baffled and incredibly frustrated.

Oregon State researchers train AI to better identify animal species in trail camera photos (KATU)

Oregon State University scientists have improved artificial intelligence's ability to identify wild animals in camera trail photos. The study uses wildlife image analysis that’s more accurate and also more cost-effective.

Daylong expedition to sea gives Waldport High School students a taste of scientific research and ship life (Lincoln Chronicle)

The ocean-going field trip last week aboard the Oregon State University research vessel is made possible through Oregon Sea Grant’s STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) at Sea program, which provides hands-on research experiences to inspire students to pursue marine-related careers.

Conference explores positive impact, ethical use of A.I. in Southern Oregon (KOBI)

Victor Villegas from Oregon State University said there is a need for AI education to help individuals and communities understand both the benefits and limitations of AI, “We’re at crossroads where everything is changing drastically, and it’s very important for Oregonians to know about these technologies that are coming up hard and fast.”

Scientists reveal the most complete cannabis genome yet (Earth)

Now, scientists from the Salk Institute, in collaboration with Oregon CBD, Oregon State University, and the HudsonAlpha Institute of Biotechnology, have created the most detailed genetic atlas of cannabis to date. The findings open the door to new possibilities in agriculture, medicine, and industry.

This overlooked Oregon ecosystem is a carbon storing powerhouse (MSN)

They could play a big role in broader climate mitigation efforts if conservation is scaled up, according to research from the Pacific Northwest Blue Carbon Working Group, which includes scientists from Oregon State University.

Psychedelic yoga? Stuart Sarbacker (Ancient Futures)

Do yogic practices and psychoactive substances lead somewhere similar? Stuart Sarbacker (OSU) is a scholar and practitioner of yoga based in Oregon, where adult use of psilocybin – the active ingredient in psychedelic mushrooms – was recently legalised (though some places opt out).

Is it AI or just good writing? The em dash debate explained (Straight Arrow News)

Gallagher said it’s more about context, not style. Others, including Oregon State University instructor J.T. Bushnell, agreed.

One year after cuts, Josephine County may restore 4-H, extension service (Jefferson Public Radio)

Commissioners serving on Josephine County’s budget committee voted Monday to restore the remaining funds and to resume collecting taxes for the district. Commissioner Ron Smith said previous commissioners made a mistake when they defunded the district last year. “It’s time for the community to come together and support this organization," he said. "It was a travesty that it was undone. I think we should make it right as a board.”

Loss of OSU-Cascades grant leaves future school counselors in limbo (Bend Bulletin)

Von Hurst, who lives in Prineville and is entering her second year in the program this summer, is one of several local students trying to figure out how to finish their degrees after a $3.9 million federal grant was unexpectedly not renewed.

Dixon: Due to construction and roofing work happening at Dixon Recreation Center, the ADA accessible path that runs along the north and east sides of Dixon will be closed starting on Monday, March 24. This will be a long-term closure which is scheduled to end on Friday, Oct. 10. Bike parking on the east side of Dixon will be closed for the duration of this project. All bikes must be removed from the bike racks before Monday, March 24. Any remaining bikes will be removed by the OSU Department of Public Safety. The east entrance to Dixon Rec Center will be closed.

Use extra caution & avoid construction zones on Washington Way: Infrastructure along SW Washington Way is currently undergoing improvements and the area around SW Washington Way and SW 17th St. is an active construction site. For your safety, please detour around work zones (marked with barriers). We recommend allowing more time to travel around campus as this project continues. For more information about construction work on SW Washington Way and the current closure schedule, click here. If you require accommodations or assistance crossing the SW Washington Way construction zone, please contact [email protected].