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PhD student Jessye Gassel captures timelapse of a supernova

George Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ doctoral student Jessye Gassel created a striking timelapse of a distant supernova, transforming years of space data into a powerful visual that helps scientists and the public better understand cosmic change.

Photo by X-ray: NASA/CXC/SAO; Optical: Pan-STARRS

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Nation stands behind Ilia Malinin

Ilia Malinin’s Olympic journey concluded Friday in the men’s individual figure skating final at the Milano Cortina Winter Games, as Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Nation showed unwavering support for one of its own.

Photo by Evan Cantwell/Office of University Branding

Innovation District launches industry-informed life sciences skills course

George Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s Innovation District is partnering with industry leaders to deliver a hands-on life sciences course that equips learners with real-world skills and strengthens the region’s growing biotech workforce.

Photo by Evan Cantwell/Office of University Branding

George Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ's Ilia Malinin claims team figure skating gold

Reigning world figure skating champion Ilia Malinin accomplished something no other Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ student has ever done on Saturday, February 7, when he powered the United States to a team figure skating gold medal at the Winter Games.

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George Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ named lead academic partner for Connected DMV's spaceNEXT

Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ will serve as the lead academic partner for spaceNEXT, a global convening on space commercialization led by Connected DMV.

Photo by Evan Cantwell/Office of University Branding

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Relive the energy of George Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s 2026 Homecoming weekend—from snowy celebrations to a thrilling Patriot victory on the court.

PhD student’s research addresses how adolescent social media use predicts in-person friendship networks

Doctoral student Caroline Toth's research on adolescents’ social media use shows that friendships were more likely among youth with similar levels of problematic social media use and digital status seeking. Read more.

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The Grand Challenge Initiative — Bold Solutions for A Prosperous Future


Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ's Grand Challenge Initiative (GCI) is a comprehensive research framework, backed by an initial five-year, $15 million investment, to align university resources, faculty expertise, and educational programs around six interconnected solution areas addressing humanity’s ultimate grand challenge. 

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George Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Athletics (Upcoming home events)

Feb. 18: Men's basketball vs. Dayton, 7 p.m. 
Feb. 20: Men's and women's track and field, Father Diamond Invitational

 


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