UMBC receives NSF grant to launch first-of-its-kind big data and high-performance computing training for researchers across disciplines

Sep 1, 2017 / 4 minutes of reading

A new interdisciplinary course will teach researchers how to use high-performance computing techniques to analyze huge amounts of data. “In a way, we are training a new type of scientist, a new generation of scientists,” says Zhibo Zhang. Continue Reading UMBC receives NSF grant to launch first-of-its-kind big data and high-performance computing training for researchers across disciplines

UMBC’s Lipi Mukherjee receives NASA Earth and Space Science Fellowship for atmospheric physics research

Jun 20, 2017 / 3 minutes of reading

Mukherjee is creating a new model to more quickly and precisely detect particles dissolved in the ocean that can reduce survival of local marine life, cause algal blooms, and modulate global climate. She shares that at UMBC, “everyone is very helpful and open.” Continue Reading UMBC’s Lipi Mukherjee receives NASA Earth and Space Science Fellowship for atmospheric physics research

Seven new UMBC grads to pursue Fulbright fellowships around the globe

Jun 12, 2017 / 5 minutes of reading

Their experiences will range from teaching English in Colombia to using animation to recreate Viking Age artifacts in Norway. Continue Reading Seven new UMBC grads to pursue Fulbright fellowships around the globe

Natalie DeNigris continues work with NASA while completing astronomy Ph.D.

May 13, 2017 / 2 minutes of reading

“UMBC prepared me for a future in astronomy research by allowing me to get hands on experience with amazing mentors,” says DeNigris. Continue Reading Natalie DeNigris continues work with NASA while completing astronomy Ph.D.

Fourth annual Cangialosi Business Innovation Competition celebrates student entrepreneurs

May 8, 2017 / 4 minutes of reading

“The idea behind the competition,” says Greg Cangialosi ‘96, English, a long-time supporter of emerging business innovators, “is to enable the students who want to become entrepreneurs to have the opportunity to manifest their reality.” Continue Reading Fourth annual Cangialosi Business Innovation Competition celebrates student entrepreneurs

UMBC’s Deffner finds “quantum speed limit” may put brakes on “quantum supremacy” in computing

Apr 11, 2017 / 3 minutes of reading

In theory, special techniques appear to result in error-free, incredibly fast computing. But in practice, Sebastian Deffner explains, “If you want to go infinitely fast, you have to pay an infinite price.” Continue Reading UMBC’s Deffner finds “quantum speed limit” may put brakes on “quantum supremacy” in computing

‘You’re outta here!’: UMBC physicists explain black hole ejected from center of galaxy

Apr 10, 2017 / 3 minutes of reading

A black hole is traveling at 4.8 million miles per hour away from the center of its galaxy. Scientists believe it’s been kicked out by powerful gravitational waves. For the first time, Eileen Meyer says, “all the little pieces of evidence line up in favor of this scenario very specifically.” Continue Reading ‘You’re outta here!’: UMBC physicists explain black hole ejected from center of galaxy

CRESST II space science consortium to receive $87.5 million from NASA Goddard

Mar 30, 2017 / 4 minutes of reading

“This grant—and the important partnership it represents—will enable us to continue research that advances science and benefits our state and beyond,” says President Freeman Hrabowski. “Moreover, it will create opportunities for students to prepare for careers by working alongside world-class experts.” Continue Reading CRESST II space science consortium to receive $87.5 million from NASA Goddard

UMBC’s JCET researchers discover new wrinkle in the role of clouds in climate change

Mar 24, 2017 / 3 minutes of reading

Jasper Lewis and Simone Lolli just received the 2016 Alan Berman Research Publication Award for results that show a new role for wispy cirrus clouds in regulating Earth’s temperature. Continue Reading UMBC’s JCET researchers discover new wrinkle in the role of clouds in climate change

Expanded core facilities offer imaging and analysis services for UMBC and local start-ups

Mar 10, 2017 / 3 minutes of reading

“The leaders of these facilities really are your allies as you are trying to gain new knowledge,” says Karl Steiner. “They bring their expertise to your problem and work with you to get somewhere you may not have known you could go.” Continue Reading Expanded core facilities offer imaging and analysis services for UMBC and local start-ups

SmallSat revolution: Physicist Vanderlei Martins explains the rise of tiny spacecraft

Feb 3, 2017 / 3 minutes of reading

Right now, almost 500 SmallSats—spacecraft from the size of a refrigerator to a golf ball—are orbiting 200 miles above Earth’s surface. “These SmallSats are poised to change the way we do science from space,” says Vanderlei Martins. Continue Reading SmallSat revolution: Physicist Vanderlei Martins explains the rise of tiny spacecraft

Physicists Deffner and Ibrahim explain winter’s extra helping of static electricity

Jan 9, 2017 / 2 minutes of reading

From office copiers to cutting-edge nanotechnology, static electricity is all around us. In an article published in newspapers nationwide, Deffner and Ibrahim demystify this phenomenon and give tips to avoid its nasty shocks. Continue Reading Physicists Deffner and Ibrahim explain winter’s extra helping of static electricity

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