Research

Chemistry researchers closing in on new atomic force microscope

A high-power atomic force microscope that could revolutionize the study of materials at high temperatures and pressures is coming into focus in a Wright State University lab. Continue reading

Scientist Jason Parker takes the reins of the Wright State Research Institute

Wright State Research Institute Director Jason Parker

As director of the Wright State Research Institute, Jason Parker plans to lead WSRI through continued growth, while fostering research talent. Continue reading

Social Entrepreneurship Fund helps those helping others

A Wright State professor who helped direct students in constructing low-cost medical equipment for developing countries, and another whose pioneering research has helped… Continue reading

Spleems and tootles…a teacher’s best friends?

“Spleems,” “tootles,” and a little harmonica could soon prove to be among a teacher’s most valuable classroom management tools. Continue reading

Groundbreaking launches pioneering neuroscience-engineering building at Wright State University

Wright State University broke ground on a new state-of-the-art laboratory building expected to become a beacon for translational neuroscience and engineering research. Continue reading

Celebration of Research returns to Wright State

Last Friday, students from a wide array of disciplines were given the opportunity to showcase their academic endeavors at the Celebration of Research, Scholarship and Creative Activities. Continue reading

Wright State’s Fels Longitudinal Study featured in special anniversary issue of national American Journal of Physical Anthropology

Researchers at the Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine are leading the charge in understanding what makes people different. Continue reading

Wright State lands $4.6 million neuroscience research grant

Wright State University has won a $4.6 million National Institutes of Health grant aimed at improving the movement of badly injured limbs. Continue reading

Research focuses on the psychology of trust

Photo of Wright State psychology professor Tamera Schneider

Coming soon to a bookstore near you—a handbook on the science of reliance. Trust me. Continue reading

New species of wasp named after Wright State entomologist

Photo of biology professor John Stireman flanked by students in his lab: (left to right) Zach Burington, Dan Davis, Stireman, Karen Pedersen and Tiffany Brown.

A strip of masking tape under his name on the office door identifies him as “Lord of the Flies.” Continue reading