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A West Virginia University robotics student has developed an autonomous navigation system that helps robots traverse hiking trails. Camden Reed’s research earned recognition as a Best Paper Application Finalist at a prestigious international robotics conference.
The Woodburn Hall lighting ceremony returns December 2 after more than a decade. “Woodburn will shine once again, bringing generations of Mountaineers together in the warm glow of tradition,” WVU President Michael T. Benson said.
The WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute, in partnership with Precision Neuroscience Corporation, has advanced its pioneering work in brain-computer interface technology with its first successful extended in-human clinical study using the Layer 7 Cortical Interface. New studies allow researchers to use the Layer 7 to safely monitor brain activity for up to 30 days, an important step toward longer-term, fully implantable systems.
As “Wicked: For Good” releases this weekend, a WVU vocal specialist explains why “Defying Gravity” is a full-body athletic event that takes years of training to master.
West Virginia University’s Center for Community Engagement launched its new Student Organization Service program this fall, connecting student groups with community partners for sustained volunteer efforts rather than one-time projects.
A WVU Cancer Institute team became the first in the United States to treat a pancreatic lesion using endoscopic ultrasound-guided microwave ablation, offering a minimally invasive alternative to complex surgery for patients with pancreatic cancer.
George Yanchak has served as director of the WVU Hub since it opened in November 2015. The Hub has served more than 100,000 walk-ins, answered more than 840,000 phone calls and replied to more than 200,000 emails.
A capstone project by WVU engineering alum Michael Barchett evolved into the Critical Infrastructure Security Lab, a scaled PRT and campus model where students research cybersecurity, AI, machine learning and industrial automation.
The Run Santa Run 5K returns to Rosenbaum Family House on Sunday, Dec. 7. The event supports lodging, meals and essential services for patients and families facing medical crises far from home.
West Virginia University launched WVU Cyber to unite academia, government and industry against growing cyber threats, bolster workforce development and support regional economic resilience. The initiative spans degrees, research and community outreach.
Private gifts have funded fellowships at West Virginia University College of Law that let students work in public interest law without taking on crushing summer debt. Nearly 600 summer and 30 post-graduate fellowships have helped students gain experience and serve state residents.
WVU announced a record freshman-to-sophomore retention rate above 85% at its Morgantown campus and a systemwide freshman enrollment rise. President Michael T. Benson also unveiled a Strategic Compass as the Board approved several capital projects.
