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Celebrating 60 years of doctoral level chemistry
The stories of three San Diego State alumni ― a nun who investigated cancer treatment, a leader in medical diagnostics, and an expert in semiconductor science ― who made an impact.
Recent News
- Researchers use 3D bioprinted tumor models to transform cancer treatment
- Insurance commissioner selects SDSU School of Public Health for study on Medi-Cal and Covered California impacts
- $30 million federal grant cements SDSU’s national leadership in vocational rehabilitation
- Surfing eases symptoms of PTSD, research finds
- SDSU study links food and beverage temperature to mental and gut health
Campus News
The crocheting chemist
Q&A with Kristine Legaspi, a Ph.D. student who catalyzes public interest in chemistry through crocheted beakers, moles and molecules
SDSU study links TikTok scrolling to poor study focus
Just five minutes of scrolling the social app made college students less focused while reading long-form news, an SDSU study found.
SDSU study links girls’ education to lifesaving cancer screenings in Africa
Education emerges as a powerful tool in women's healthcare decisions and could reshape policy investments in underserved communities from Africa to the U.S.
SDSU Impact
SDSU awarded $5 million federal grant to combat extreme heat in Imperial Valley
The award designates SDSU as one of only 20 Prevention Research Centers nationally. The center's research focus is community-based heat mitigation strategies for vulnerable rural and agricultural communities.
Tijuana River’s toxic water pollutes the air
New peer-reviewed study shows hydrogen sulfide levels exceeded California air quality standards
SDSU at the front lines of South Bay air pollution crisis
Research into hydrogen sulfide emissions is informing public health action on both sides of the border.
Solutions
Research and Philanthropy: How private support can help fill a gap
The Prebys Foundation kick-started a critical new source of funding for pivotal work in labs and for graduate students.
SDSU Alumni
Aztec Voices
This is our moment to take everything SDSU stands for -- equity, excellence and impact -- and apply it with precision to the challenges and possibilities ahead. Each of you has a role to play this year in projects that will enable and shape our future.
— SDSU President Adela de la Torre, from President de la Torre to SDSU: Get set for ‘a year of opportunity and audacity’