Wright State Headlines
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Mar 31
Wright State students raise more than $59,000 for Dayton Children’s Hospital at Raiderthon
Raiderthon raised more than $59,000 for Dayton Children’s Hospital, pushing its cumulative total to more than $600,000 in the last 13 years. Continue reading
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Mar 31
Wright State retains Carnegie Research 2 classification, reinforcing national research impact
Maintaining the R2 designation signals Wright State’s continued commitment to advancing discovery while training the next generation of researchers and professionals. Continue reading
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Mar 30
Wright State’s annual ArtsGala auction to spotlight student artwork
Two Wright State art students will have their work featured in the ArtsGala silent auction on April 11, showcasing their growth as artists while helping support scholarships for fine and performing arts students. Continue reading
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Mar 27
Wright State biology student wins Three-Minute Thesis Competition with Parkinson’s research presentation
Graduate student Christina Minassian was honored for her three-minute presentation on her research of Parkinson’s disease. Continue reading
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Mar 26
Wright State earns Military Friendly Silver ranking for 2026–27
Wright State University was once again recognized for its commitment to military-connected students and their families with a Military Friendly School Silver ranking for 2026–2027. Continue reading
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Research
First annual WSU and PHP Neuroscience Institute Symposium slated for Nov. 14
Wright State University and Premier Health Partners symposium to focus on translational neuroscience
Presentations will explore epilepsy, acute stroke management and neurological involvement in critical illness. Continue reading
Wright State Research Institute moves to new headquarters in Beavercreek
The Wright State Research Institute has moved to its new headquarters at 4035 Colonel Glenn Highway in Beavercreek, in the Signal Hill Technecenter complex, effective November 1. Continue reading
Spinal cord circuit that controls body movement focus of Wright State neuroscience research
Ahmed Obeidat – who obtained his M.D. at The Jordan University of Science and Technology – is pursuing his Ph.D. at Wright State University in neurophysiology and is among the research stars… Continue reading
Wright State University awarded Air Force funding for research at Calamityville
The U.S. Air Force has awarded a contract of $500,000 to the Wright State Research Institute and National Center for Medical Readiness… Continue reading
Wright State professor has role in next Mars mission
The Department of Physics professor is a member of the science team for Mars MAVEN, next in line for a ride to the Red Planet. Continue reading
Boonshoft School of Medicine M.D./Ph.D. student recognized internationally for research
At an International Motoneuron Meeting in Australia, Adam Deardorff was recognized by leading scientists and clinicians from North America, Europe and Australasia with an award for the best oral presentation by a student. Continue reading
Wright State leads $1 million air vehicle research project
Wright State University will lead a $1 million project to develop computer aids for designing smart air vehicles that adapt to keep flying, even when damaged in flight. Continue reading
Wright State offers new master’s degree in cyber security
Wright State University is responding to growing cyber threats with a new Master of Science degree in cyber security. Continue reading
Wright State expert named to esteemed national DNA panel
An associate professor of virology at Wright State University, has been selected to serve on the prestigious 21-member Recombinant DNA Advisory Committee. Continue reading
2012 Dayton Area Drug Survey finds decrease in many types of drug use
Biennial survey conducted by Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine shows alcohol remains most widely abused drug among teens
Results suggest a decrease in drug use among teens, but alcohol remains the most widely abused drug at all grade levels. Continue reading
