OXFORD, Miss. – It has been 18 years since Bill and Gwen Embry of Coffeeville lost their son Joey in a drowning accident in 1998. Joey, a University of Mississippi student and an offensive tackle for the Rebel football team, was a well-respected leader on and off the field. The same year Joey Embry died,Read the story …
Embry Legacy Continues with Latest Scholar
Killough receives 2016 award created in football player's memory
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Stamps Scholar Recognized by Autism Science Foundation
Dylan Ritter completes second summer conducting brain development research at Texas A&M
July 30, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Dylan Ritter, a junior majoring in biochemistry at the University of Mississippi, has been recognized by the Autism Science Foundation as one of the top five undergraduates in the nation working on groundbreaking projects in the field of autism. Ritter, a Stamps Scholar and member of the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College,Read the story …
‘CSI’ Gets Real at UM Forensics Camp
Students get hands-on experience with technology to help solve simulated crimes
July 24, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The crime scene was cordoned off. A methamphetamine lab operator there had been killed in an apparent botched robbery attempt. Samples were taken to be analyzed, which helped investigators identify a suspect. The situation played out like the plot in a TV crime drama. But the blood wasn’t real – it was only barbecueRead the story …
Daniell Mattern Chosen for Coulter Professorship
Organic chemist is fourth recipient of distinguished endowed honor
July 6, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A renowned organic synthetic chemist is the newest recipient of the Margaret McLean Coulter Professorship at the University of Mississippi. Daniell Mattern is the fourth UM faculty member to be awarded the endowed position, which was established in 1983 through a bequest in the will of the late Victor Aldine Coulter, forRead the story …
Charles Hussey Named 2015 UM Distinguished Researcher
Chair and professor of chemistry and biochemistry honored for achievement, creativity
May 9, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Whether or not it’s true that good things comes in threes, that’s certainly been the case for Charles L. Hussey, who received the University of Mississippi’s 2015 Distinguished Research and Creative Achievement Award on Saturday (May 9). The UM chair and professor of chemistry and biochemistry was presented the prestigious honor, whichRead the story …
UVA President Challenges UM Graduates to Become Problem-Solvers
Teresa A. Sullivan shares trials and triumphs during university's 162nd Commencement
May 9, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Acknowledging national and global crises, University of Virginia president Teresa A. Sullivan challenged University of Mississippi graduating seniors Saturday (May 9) to remain engaged, improve themselves and their communities and shoulder responsibilities. “In a world full of problems, this University of Mississippi Class of 2015 is a well-educated, highly-trained team of problem-solvers,”Read the story …
UM Chemistry Department Modifies Bachelor’s Curriculum
Undergraduate degree program offers traditional and pre-med emphasis
March 16, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Mississippi has begun offering two different pathways for students seeking a bachelor’s degree in chemistry. “Our B.S. in Chemistry degree has been modified to have two tracks for students to choose from,” said Nathan Hammer, associate professor of chemistry and biochemistry. “The first optionRead the story …
UM Chemistry Professor, Postdoc Win R&D Magazine Top 100 Award
Collaborative research with ORNL yields breakthrough aluminum plating technology
September 14, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A revolutionary aluminum plating process developed at the University of Mississippi has been recognized as one of the most technologically significant products of 2014. The Portable Aluminum Deposition System, or PADS, invented in the laboratory of UM chemistry chair and professor Charles Hussey, is a winner in R&D Magazine‘s 52nd annual R&DRead the story …
Forensic Chemistry Honored as Leading National Program
ForensicsColleges.com praises UM program for internship opportunities and experience
May 5, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s degree program in forensic chemistry has been named one of the nation’s finest by ForensicsColleges.com. Ole Miss is among 13 top programs, including two other SEC institutions, that made the elite list. Criteria used in the rankings included reputation among professionals and peers, as measured by comprehensive surveysRead the story …
UM Scientists Receive Grant to Purchase Supercomputer
New GPU cluster device expected to quadruple computing power available for researchers
October 25, 2013 by
OXFORD Miss. – Researchers and students in Mississippi soon will have access to a highly advanced supercomputer, thanks to a grant funded by the National Science Foundation and awarded to a consortium of scientists led by researchers at the University of Mississippi. “This grant is extremely competitive,” said Robert J. Doerksen, an associate professor ofRead the story …