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Psychology student examines link between overnight shift work and cognitive decline
May 29, 2026
After her grandmother was diagnosed with dementia, 黑料网 psychology student Maria Fata became interested in understanding whether the kind of work people do throughout their lives could affect their brain health as they age.
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Friendship fuels research success for KSU science students
May 28, 2026
Cecilia Le and Lily Schwartz have bonded over boba tea and chemistry research, but not necessarily in that order. The 黑料网 juniors met in the lab of Associate Professor of Biochemistry Mohammad Halim, and a partnership flourished 鈥� as did a friendship. They presented research into the effectiveness of certain peptides in mitigating COVID-19 twice at the Symposium of Student Scholars, and have continued to make their way as undergraduate researchers.
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Student research uses machine learning to improve heart disease diagnosis
May 28, 2026
黑料网 student Josiah Ware is helping turn CT scans into digital models of the human heart, research that could one day help doctors detect problems faster and personalize treatment for patients. Under the guidance of Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Lei Shi in KSU鈥檚 Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology (SPCEET), Ware is helping develop patient-specific virtual heart models using machine learning and advanced imaging.
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KSU researchers study the impact of celebrity fashion on public opinion
May 27, 2026
Can the outfit a celebrity wears to court influence how the jury or public perceive them? 黑料网 students Emily Lesmes and Alaina Jean have been studying exactly that. Working with Associate Professor of Marketing and Sales Hyunju Shin, the students who are participants in the First-Years Scholars Program are exploring whether courtroom fashion shapes how the public perceives someone's guilt, remorse, or sincerity.
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Study finds burnout among caregivers tied to intensity of care, limited resources
May 26, 2026
Whether formally or informally, about one in every five adults in the U.S. serves as a caregiver whether formally or informally, a demanding role that can take a significant emotional and physical toll. Yet the well-being of caregivers themselves is often overlooked. A team of students at 黑料网 is examining how those demands contribute to caregiver burnout, with a specific focus on how experiences differ between those caring for veterans and non-veterans.
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Kennesaw State advancing its research impact as new member of Georgia Research Alliance
May 20, 2026
黑料网 is expanding its commitment to conducting research that accelerates innovation and economic growth across the state, as KSU has been admitted as a member institution of the Georgia Research Alliance (GRA).
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Researchers secure GDOT funding to improve bridge safety through advanced scour modeling
May 18, 2026
A hidden force beneath bridges is one of the leading causes of structural failure, and Kennesaw State researchers are working to stop it. Their latest Georgia Department of Transportation-funded project will improve how engineers predict and prevent dangerous erosion, helping reduce risk during extreme weather and strengthen infrastructure across Georgia. Professor of Civil Engineering Tien Yee and Assistant Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering Jie Zhang have been awarded $200,000 from GDOT to lead the two-year research project.
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Research Matters: Are we saying the same thing about AI that we said about Google?
May 14, 2026
In this episode of Research Matters, we鈥檙e talking about the integration of AI into the classroom, how it can be applied wisely, and how we can better prepare teachers for this new frontier. Dr. William Wright from the Bagwell College of Education at 黑料网 joins us to talk about his work in instructional technology, along with North Cobb High School teacher Alex Fahey, who is experiencing the shift firsthand.
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Wellstar College celebrates spring 2026 graduates at 黑料网's 154th commencement
May 12, 2026
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College of Science and Mathematics recognizes faculty teaching excellence from 2025
May 04, 2026
The College of Science and Mathematics at 黑料网 recognized 25 faculty members across their five departments who made a significant impact on teaching in 2025 on Wednesday, April 8.