Indiana University professor named Planetary Protection Officer

Indiana University astrobiologist Lisa Pratt has been named to a NASA position responsible for protecting the planet from microscopic threats originating on other planets.

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Building a better salt trap: IU researchers synthesize a molecular 'cage' to trap chloride

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Indiana University wins 2019 Citrix Innovation Award

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School of Engineering and Technology at IUPUI fueling growth of women in motorsports

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IU Precision Health Initiative has dramatic results for triple negative breast cancer patient

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From the Desk: Vice president for research discusses IU's 3 Grand Challenge initiatives

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Hospital system improving addiction treatment with help from IU researchers

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Birds outfitted with 'backpacks' to research environmental change in Indiana

Alex Jahn is a biologist with the Environmental Resilience Institute at IU who uses tiny GPS trackers to study changes in bird migration, which can signal larger shifts in the environment.

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Coming soon: Rare flowers from Jordan Hall greenhouse's Agave americana

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May 17, 2019

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IU issues statement on passing of I.M. Pei, world-renowned architect of IU Eskenazi Museum of Art

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May 17, 2019

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IU Libraries hosts first international audiovisual preservation training in North America

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IU commencement 2019 in photos

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May 16, 2019

More than 20,000 graduates celebrated their IU degrees at commencements around the state this month.

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Hilary Kahn to lead Office of International Affairs at IUPUI

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May 15, 2019

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Program encourages inclusive learning experiences for women of color in STEM

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May 15, 2019

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IU Soul Revue makes West Coast premiere, taking center stage in L.A.

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