Stories tagged with: Research

Madelyn Hill
Research

OHIO faculty member leads study finding that college students who spend hours on social media are more likely to be lonely

February 17, 2026 4 min

A new study led by OHIO's Madelyn Hill found that more than half of college students experience loneliness — with the heaviest social media users reporting the highest levels of isolation.  
Fires burn on the dry hills surround the Los Angeles area.
Faculty Experts

The economics of a disaster: Residents struggle to rebuild over a year after LA fires

February 12, 2026 4 min

Ohio University Professor and economic expert Roberto Duncan, Ph.D., discusses the Los Angeles region’s post-fire rebuild and the several economic factors that have likely contributed to its delays.
Chloe Partlow
Community Impact

Participatory flood mapping helps Eastern Kentucky community plan for resilience

February 10, 2026 4 min

Through a partnership with local leaders, the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service is supporting a flood mitigation planning process that incorporates community-based data and local knowledge.
An OHIO student explains a research project at the Student Research Expo
Student Research

OHIO Student Expo set for April 7

February 6, 2026 1 min

OHIO students are encouraged to save the date for the expo and to take advantage of several upcoming opportunities to help them prepare for the Student Expo.
Voinovich Research Scholars and OHIO administrators are shown in front of a large dump truck at a work site
Student Opportunities

Applications for Voinovich Undergraduate Research Scholars are now open

February 3, 2026 3 min

All Ohio University students interested in getting hands-on, real-world experience in their intended fields are encouraged to apply.
Cutler Hall and the College Green is covered with snow, but the brick paths have been cleared of snow and one person walks on a path.
Student Research

OHIO students awarded Provost Undergraduate Research Funds

January 29, 2026 3 min

The Provost Undergraduate Research Fund award program provided 29 students with a total of $36,359 in funding for their original research, scholarship and creative work during the fall semester.
Alden Library and the trees and sidewalks are covered in snow
University Libraries

Missing valuable research materials?

January 23, 2026 2 min

Ohio University Libraries is now accepting proposals to purchase resources from its 1804 Special Library Endowment Fund and the Arts and Humanities Junior Faculty Endowment Fund.

Baker University Center and the area around it is shown from above on a snowy winter day
Faculty Awards

Research Division announces awardees for 2025-26 OURC/Baker Fund fall cycle

January 23, 2026 2 min

The OURC/Baker Fund program provides support for research, scholarship and creative activity at Ohio University.

Students walk across the snow-covered College Green at Ohio University.
OHIO Research

OHIO to hold open forums for associate vice president for research partnerships and innovation finalists

January 20, 2026 1 min

Ohio University Vice President for Research and Creative Activity Eric Muth announces the first finalist for the position of associate vice president for research partnerships and innovation.
College Green covered in snow
OHIO Announcements

Call for 1804 Fund and Konneker Fund proposal discussions

January 13, 2026 2 min

Faculty and staff are invited to have preliminary discussions by Feb. 15 about two OHIO funds aimed at bringing together collaborative ideas that cut across silos and can foster innovative program ideas.

Kimberly Pratt
Research Excellence

Kimberly Pratt named director of OHIO’s Office of Research Development

January 13, 2026 2 min

Ohio University’s Division of Research and Creative Activity is pleased to announce that Kimberly (Baker) Pratt has been promoted to director of the Office of Research Development.
Ohio University's Athens Campus is covered with light snow in this aerial image
OHIO Awards

Nominations for Konneker Medal for Commercialization and Entrepreneurship now being accepted

January 9, 2026 2 min

The Konneker Medal recognizes current and former faculty members or students who have demonstrated excellence in innovation, invention, commercialization and entrepreneurship.

Robert “Bob” Silva Jr. is shown speaking at a podium at an event
OHIO Community

Ohio University announces retirement of Robert 'Bob' Silva Jr., director of Technology Transfer

January 6, 2026 1 min

Robert “Bob” Silva Jr., has been a cornerstone of the Technology Transfer Office, providing exceptional leadership and expertise that advanced OHIO's research commercialization and innovation efforts.

OHIO students, faculty, staff and alumni stand together for a group photo outside on the day of the luncheon
Alumni Share Advice

Voinovich School luncheon connects scholars and alumni, celebrates legacy

December 16, 2025 4 min

During the Voinovich Undergraduate Research Scholar Luncheon, OHIO alumni spoke with current scholars about their experience in the program and shared advice to prepare for post-graduation.
An Ohio University cybersecurity student explores a cyber-physical environment through virtual reality.
Cybersecurity

Training the next generation of cybersecurity professionals: OHIO to enrich cybersecurity curriculum with innovative NIST grant

December 11, 2025 5 min

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recently awarded Ohio University’s J. Warren McClure School of Emerging Communication Technologies with $100,000 in grant funding to enhance OHIO’s cybersecurity curriculum and have it serve as a global model.

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