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Alla Kostyukova is a co-principal investigator of a new five-year National Institutes of Health grant for more than $700,000 that will fund a “motivating innovation and research achievement” (MIRA) program for Washington State University underrepresented student researchers in biomedical science and engineering fields.
Minyoung Cerruti and Mona Ghandi recently won a MW CTR-IN grant in collaboration with University of Idaho for their new research project, “Determining the Impact of Emotive Intelligent Space on Children’s Self-Regulation and Cognitive Performance.”
A team of researchers led by Courtney Gardner for the first time has found a correlation between the levels of bacteria and fungi in the gastrointestinal tract of children and the amount of common chemicals found in their home environment.
A new five-year National Institutes of Health grant for more than $700,000 will fund a “motivating innovation and research achievement” (MIRA) program for Washington State University underrepresented student researchers in biomedical science and engineering fields. Alla Kostyukova is one of the co-principal investigators.
Gowtham Kandaperumal is part of a WSU team working to develop tools to quantify, assess, and visualize distribution grid resiliency and for routing utility crews for system restoration during COVID-19. Presenting at the Resilience Week 2020 Symposium student competition, Kandaperumal recently received an honorable mention for his work.
John McCloy gave this year’s Anjan Bose Lecture, “Nuclear past and futures in the state of Washington and beyond?”
Bioengineering major and WSU STARS peer mentor Katy Zaharov is featured in this month’s student spotlight.
Events
Tuesday, November 17 @ 11:00 AM
AGI-ESIC FA20 Seminar Series – “Citadels–Co-simulation of power, communication, and control systems”:
As part of the Department of Energy Grid Modernization Laboratory Consortium (GMLC), Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) has been tasked with leading the project titled “CITADELS.”
Tuesday, November 17 @ 12:10 PM
Faculty-Led Workshop: Large Classroom Management and Finesse:
Large enrollment courses present a unique set of challenges, especially in the distance delivery environment.
Tuesday, November 17 @ 4:10 PM
Teaching from a distance: Authentic assessment:
In this training, we will cover effective ways to assess student learning in your online course space.
Tuesday, November 17 @ 6 – 9 PM
Remedying the Leaky Pipeline for Women in STEM Workshop:
Presented by Washington State University faculty, “Remedying the Leaky Pipeline for Women in STEM” is a workshop and mentoring/networking event that will bring together mentors and trainees from across the globe in real time. Participants will discuss the barriers women and other underrepresented groups face in pursuing STEM careers and ways of overcoming those hurdles.
Wednesday, November 18 @ 5:30 pm
Global Entrepreneurship Week – Jones Milestone Accelerator:
Join the WSU Center for Entrepreneurial Studies virtually on Wednesday, November 18 from 5:30 to 7:30 and hear these entrepreneurs pitch their companies, get feedback from investors, and win prize money!
Thursday, November 19 @11 AM
MME Seminar: Orbital Mechanics of the Stanford Torus Conceptual Space Station:
Presented by Dr. Joseph Iannelli, Voiland College Associate Dean for International Programs and Professor of Mechanical Engineering.
Friday, November 20 @ 12:10 PM
EECS Lunch and Learn with Industry Series: Life and times (and careers) at a national research laboratory:
Working at a National Lab is unlike working anywhere else; we are a fusion of academia, industry, and government that takes us down unique research and development paths.
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Opportunities
Graduate Job Placement “Tip Line”
Voiland College Career Services has a “tip line” to help track student & graduate placement! If you know of an upcoming or recent graduate who accepted a job, is heading to graduate school, or has other post-graduation plans- let us know! Please send student name, company/grad school, job title & any other known information to: vcea.jobs@wsu.edu
Workday Training: What You Need to Know
Here are answers to the top questions asked about Workday training.
Canvas Starts Spring 2021
With full access to the Canvas pilot, all WSU instructors have the option to migrate their Blackboard courses over to the new Learning Management Software (LMS) for the upcoming spring semester, which they can do by contacting their department’s course scheduler or campus scheduler. Faculty and staff will also soon be able to request a “sandbox” course. Visit WSU Insider or AOI to learn more and sign up for Canvas training.
Research Funding and Awards
Visit Voiland College’s website or The Office of Research Advancement and Partnerships for lists of some of the national major research funding opportunities. Here are a few upcoming opportunities:
- NSF Grants Virtual Conference held weeks of Nov. 16 and Nov. 30.
- ORAP Grant Writing Workshop (Begins soon, register now).
- New Faculty Seed Grants – Letter of Intent due Dec. 4 by 5 pm – Full Proposals due Feb. 12.
- Murdock Equipment Proposals – up to $900K – requires 1:1 cost share.
- JCATI Grants – Proposals due Feb. 26.
Many funding opportunities from government agencies and private foundations. Search for funding on Pivot using the institutional access login.
Office of Research Guidance
The Office of Research posts all guidance for on-site research, scholarship, and creative activities during the Covid-19 pandemic on their website.
Cougar Card Replacement
WSU Cougar Card readers on the exterior of the PACCAR, Sloan, Dana, ETRL, and EE/ME buildings will be replaced early next spring, likely in February/March 2021.
WSU Cougar Card Center, in the basement of the Compton Union Building (CUB), is offering a free Cougar Card in-person replacement if your current card does not have the proximity capability. If you’re not sure if your card has a proximity chip in it, you can call 335-CARD (335-2273) and they can tell you if your card has it or not over the phone.
Crimson Spirit Award
Have you noticed a WSU employee going out of their way to help a colleague or customer? Nominate them for the Crimson Spirit award to recognize their excellent service. Submit a nomination.
Graduate Student Opportunities
Opportunities for VCEA graduate students.
Be Safe Cougs
Governor’s Travel Advisory for Non-Essential Travel FAQs (Updated 11/16)
Please review and familiarize yourselves with the Governor’s Travel Advisory for Non-Essential Travel FAQs and the November 15, 2020, COVID-19 guidance:
I live outside of Washington State, am I required to self-quarantine to travel to my WSU work location in Washington?
No, the travel advisory (PDF) does not apply to “essential travel”. “Essential travel” includes: work and study, critical infrastructure support, economic services and supply chains, health, immediate medical care, and safety and security.
If I have traveled outside of Washington State for non-essential travel, what should I do?
Recommends self-quarantine for 14 days after arrival. Communicate and coordinate with your manager/supervisor regarding teleworking and/or leave options and follow proper call-out procedures as needed. “Non-essential travel” includes: includes travel that is considered tourism or recreational in nature. Refer to Leave and Work Options for Faculty and Staff for additional information regarding leave usage.
Additional Frequently Asked Questions related to COVID-19 Leave and Work are available here.
COVID-19: Stay Safe –Stay Healthy Guidance from the governor’s office including the November 15, 2020, COVID-19 Guidance on indoor social gatherings and other restriction modifications can be viewed here (PDF).
Please contact HRS if you have any questions.
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