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June 22, 2016
Professor predicts a universe full of black holes
A new study published in Nature and co-authored by RIT Assistant Professor Richard O’Shaughnessy presents one of the most complete models of matter in the universe. -
June 16, 2016
RIT and UW-Madison study high-tech workforce
A study exploring how high-tech employees learn to develop competencies relevant to the workplace is the focus of a collaboration between RIT and UW-Madison. -
June 15, 2016
Gravitational waves validate discovery
Gravitational waves from a second pair of colliding black holes has validated the landmark discovery from earlier this year. -
June 13, 2016
Small stars pack big punch for developing planets
Young stars less massive than the sun can unleash a torrent of X-ray radiation that can significantly shorten the lifetime of planet-forming disks surrounding these stars. -
June 2, 2016
RIT partners with Synergy Biogas for algae project
RIT and Synergy Biogas are exploring the environmental benefits of microalgae to clean agricultural wastewater and make biofuels. -
May 24, 2016
RIT to offer Ph.D. in mathematical modeling
The new program will prepare graduates for competitive jobs in industry, government agencies, national research laboratories, business and corporate research. -
May 11, 2016
Summer camp for girls recognized by STEM group
RIT’s SMASH Experience for Girls has been recognized by the Finger Lakes STEM Hub as an exemplary K-12 program in science, technology, engineering and math. -
May 11, 2016
Study: How do deaf adults use online health info
An RIT researcher is investigating how deaf adults, proficient in American Sign Language, use the Internet for health-related information. -
May 4, 2016
RIT Observatory holds open house May 9
The RIT Observatory will host a daytime open house to watch the planet Mercury pass in front of the sun. -
May 2, 2016
RIT joins Property Drone Consortium
The Property Drone Consortium, a collaboration of insurance carriers, construction industry leaders and supporting enterprises, promotes research on unmanned aircraft systems. -
April 28, 2016
What’s on the dark side of the universe?
Yale astrophysicist Priya Natarajan presents “Unveiling the Dark Side of the Universe” on May 2 for the Astrophysical Sciences and Technology Colloquium series. -
April 26, 2016
See ‘The Universe in a Jar’ at Imagine RIT
Students in RIT’s astrophysical sciences and technology program will illustrate astrophysical concepts, proportions and statistics with table-top models and common items.