Learning the lessons of leaders, born and made
If you ask Francis Yammarino, professor of management and director of Binghamton University’s Center for Leadership Studies, the age-old question, “Are leaders born or made?” he will likely look you straight in the eye and offer a concise, disarming reply: “Yes.” Read more
Next-generation science: BU protein dynamics initiative flagged as state priority
The establishment of a Center for Protein Dynamics at Binghamton University is a top priority for the state in 2003, according to the Research Foundation of the State University of New York. Read more
Revving up its ranks: IEEC gains major new partner
Analog Devices Inc., the worldwide leading producer of analog chips, this month became the newest full member of the University’s Integrated Electronic Engineering Center, a state designated Center for Advanced Technology. “The IEEC looks forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship with ADI,” said Bahgat Sammakia, IEEC director. “This is an exciting and promising new partnership.” Read more
Asian studies wins $1.75 million grant
Binghamton University has been awarded $1.75 million from the Vermont-based Freeman Foundation that will allow a significant expansion of the Asian and Asian American Studies Program. Read more
BU research helps address terrorism
Binghamton University research and scholarship has a major part to play as the United States seeks not only to better understand the terrorist attacks of September 11 but to defend against future attacks, said Vice President for Research Frances Carr. Read more
BU researchers quick to help solve local mystery
When a local excavation company unearthed human remains while preparing a Hillcrest backyard for a new septic system last week, two Binghamton University researchers quickly teamed up with local law enforcement officials to help solve the mystery. Read more
Fluid ‘time capsules’ in salt shake up traditional views on seawater chemistry
Tim Lowenstein, a professor of geology who specializes in low-temperature geochemistry, is proving that the salt of the earth is peppered with important clues about the planet’s prehistoric past. His research has as many facets as the salt crystals he studies. Read more
