The Kolling Lab in Marshall University’s Department of Chemistry is making headlines again—this time in collaboration with the Hicks Lab at UNC Chapel Hill. Their new publication in Journal of Proteome Research explores how bacterial bile acid metabolism shapes the human gut microbiome, providing new insight into the complex interactions between our bodies and the

Dr. Cheyenne Tait and recent Marshall Biology graduate Kia Booth recently made a splash at the Animal Behavior Society’s annual conference in Baltimore! Representing the Department of Biological Sciences, Kia presented a research poster on the lab’s fascinating work with the nudibranch sea slug Berghia stephanieae—a tiny but mighty creature with some seriously cool behaviors.

Get ready for a day of discovery, design, and serious science fun! Marshall University’s College of Science is proud to host the 12th Annual West Virginia State Tournament of Science Olympiad on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Young scientists from across the Mountain State will converge on Marshall’s Huntington campus to compete in hands-on events that

Drs. Sean and Sachiko McBride from Marshall University’s Department of Mathematics and Physics brought out the fun side of physics during their second round of participation in the PROPEL Youth Enrichment Camp on July 8! Hosted by the Prevention Empowerment Partnership (PEP) in collaboration with the Phil Cline Family YMCA in Huntington, the camp invited

Dr. Tom Cuchta, faculty member in Marshall University’s Department of Mathematics and Physics, recently served as both a speaker and organizing committee member at the sixth Dynamical Equations on Time Scales workshop, held this June at the prestigious Banach Center in Bȩdlewo, Poland. This international gathering brought together mathematicians from around the globe—including Australia, Brazil,

The sparks were flying—literally—during Marshall University’s annual Science Demo Show on July 7, where Health Science and Technology Academy (HSTA) students experienced the thrill of science in action! Hosted by Drs. Sean and Sachiko McBride from the Department of Mathematics and Physics, the event was packed with jaw-dropping experiments and interactive demonstrations. From walking on

Marshall University Biological Sciences students just wrapped up an unforgettable 15-day field course in beautiful Costa Rica! From rainforests to rivers, students explored the country’s rich biodiversity while diving deep into the world of tropical biology. The immersive experience brought classroom learning to life—whether it was spotting exotic wildlife, studying plant ecology, or trekking through

Marshall University Physics recently welcomed curious young minds to campus as part of the WV Gear Up Summer Academy, a hands-on program designed to prepare 10th and 11th grade students for college life and learning. One of the highlights of the academy was a trio of engaging workshops titled Light and Mirror – Crafting Kaleidoscopes,

Middle schoolers at the Heart of Appalachia Talent Search (HATS) Middle School Camp had a blast—literally—thanks to Dr. Sachiko McBride, Physics Professor at Marshall University! Dr. McBride led an exciting Rocket and Planetarium Workshop where students explored the physics behind rocket launches and then built and launched their own rockets outside. Afterward, they ventured into

The College of Science is thrilled to announce the kickoff of MATH STAMPEDE, Marshall University’s summer math success accelerator. Guided by Dr. Laura Stapleton, Assistant Professor, and Jessica Johnson, Mathematics Instructor, this innovative program is designed to help students Get Ready, Get Placed, and Get Ahead! At Orientation, Dr. Stapleton and Ms. Johnson welcomed and