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Expert in Residence program connects OHIO students with leaders

March 25, 2026

The Expert in Residence (EIR) program is bringing accomplished industry leaders back to campus to engage directly with students, offering one-on-one engagements, professional insight and real-world experience beyond the classroom.

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Breaking down TikTok

March 25, 2026

In the latest episode of our Ask the Experts podcast, two OHIO faculty members discuss algorithms, data privacy, disinformation and free speech.

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Al-Majali leads innovative research, mentors next generation of OHIO engineers

March 25, 2026

Assistant Professor Yahya Al-Majali leads impactful, industry-focused research at Ohio University, demonstrating impressive productivity while securing major funding. He simultaneously empowers his students through providing them with foundational mentorship, hands-on learning and direct access to industry partners.

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Shiva Nagalla - Final Thesis Defense Monday, March 30 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM Stocker Center
Mallikarjun Dasarla - Final Thesis Defense Wednesday, April 1 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM Stocker Center
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SpaceX Informational Session Monday, April 6 4:30 PM — 5:30 PM Stocker Center
Science Cafe: A Better Way? Coal as a Renewable Energy Storage Material Wednesday, April 8 5:00 PM — 6:00 PM Baker University Center
Science Cafe: A Better Way? Coal as a Renewable Energy Storage Material Wednesday, April 8 5:00 PM — 6:00 PM Baker University Center

Energy and the Environment

Reimagining Plastic Waste with the Russ College of Engineering and Technology

Researchers at Ohio University have a vision to address environmental challenges by repurposing mining and plastic waste into high performance building materials that possess lower embodied energy and emissions than current plastic composites. OHO's trademark RC Squared combines reclaimed carbon and plastic materials, forming high performance engineering plastic composed of nearly 100% recycled components.

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