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From Rwu To Boston Common: Honoring Lost Loved Ones, Jill Rodrigues May 2019

From Rwu To Boston Common: Honoring Lost Loved Ones, Jill Rodrigues

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How the idea for Boston Common’s annual Memorial Day flag garden took root on the Roger Williams University campus.


Class Of 2019 Graduate Students Urged To “Make A Difference”, Jill Rodrigues May 2019

Class Of 2019 Graduate Students Urged To “Make A Difference”, Jill Rodrigues

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In RWU’s first annual Graduate Commencement, speakers challenge graduate students to change the world.


Leaders Honored In Student Achievement Awards, Julia Rubin May 2019

Leaders Honored In Student Achievement Awards, Julia Rubin

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On May 5, friends, family and RWU community members gathered to celebrate the many accomplishments of our student leaders.


Students Share Research At Academic Showcase And Honors, Jill Rodrigues May 2019

Students Share Research At Academic Showcase And Honors, Jill Rodrigues

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SASH provides a forum for students to present their scholarly and creative work before an audience of peers.


A Celebration Of Community Engagement, Julia Rubin Apr 2019

A Celebration Of Community Engagement, Julia Rubin

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On Wednesday, April 24, students, faculty, staff, and community members, gathered to recognize more than 80 collaborative projects that have bolstered community initiatives and instilled in students important skills for the future.


The Women @ Rwu Conference And Showcase: Recognizing Innovative, Creative And Cutting-Edge Work, Courtney Dell'agnese Apr 2019

The Women @ Rwu Conference And Showcase: Recognizing Innovative, Creative And Cutting-Edge Work, Courtney Dell'agnese

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On May 3, join The Women’s Faculty Caucus in celebrating 58 women and woman-identified faculty and staff members as they present their research, scholarship, creative talents, and more.


Leaving Dory: Rwu Marine Scientist Weighs In On Impact Of Blockbuster Cartoon Franchise, Jill Rodrigues Jun 2016

Leaving Dory: Rwu Marine Scientist Weighs In On Impact Of Blockbuster Cartoon Franchise, Jill Rodrigues

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From the need for tracking the marine ornamental fish trade to reasons for pioneering tropical fish aquaculture, RWU’s marine biologist Andrew Rhyne examines the pros and cons of the aquarium hobbyist.


Students Venture To The Dominican Republic For Scholarship, Service, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Jan 2016

Students Venture To The Dominican Republic For Scholarship, Service, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Faculty-led study abroad trip focuses on public health and social justice via community immersion and volunteer opportunities with the Foundation for International Medical Relief of Children.


Rwu Faculty Member Andrew Rhyne Named Finalist In Wildlife Crime Tech Challenge, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Nov 2015

Rwu Faculty Member Andrew Rhyne Named Finalist In Wildlife Crime Tech Challenge, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Rhyne is a contender for the People’s Choice Award and a $500,000 grand prize for creating real-time data analytics platform to enhance the detection of illegal wildlife trade.


Hawk On The High Seas: Emma Wightman ’17 To Sail Across The Atlantic With Sea Semester, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Oct 2015

Hawk On The High Seas: Emma Wightman ’17 To Sail Across The Atlantic With Sea Semester, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Upper-level science undergrads from across the country will investigate global climate change while aboard a 134-foot brigantine en route from the Canary Islands to St. Croix.


Magnified Clam Image Captures Top Award In Noaa Photo Contest, Sabrina Polin Oct 2015

Magnified Clam Image Captures Top Award In Noaa Photo Contest, Sabrina Polin

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Aquatic Diagnostic Technician Kathryn Markey Lundgren’s carefully constructed image of a tiny Northern quahog wins first place in National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s aquaculture photo contest.


Raising An “Amoeba Army” To Fight A Deadly Intestinal Parasite, Sabrina Polin Sep 2015

Raising An “Amoeba Army” To Fight A Deadly Intestinal Parasite, Sabrina Polin

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Senior biology and chemistry major Joshua Leitao investigates amebiasis via American Society of Microbiology research fellowship.


Mns Faculty/Student Team Transforms Audubon Society's Bristol Aquarium, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Jul 2015

Mns Faculty/Student Team Transforms Audubon Society's Bristol Aquarium, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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New setup at Audubon's Environmental Education Center in Bristol surpasses standards for today’s public aquariums in areas of energy efficiency, exhibit design, water quality and animal care.


Rwu Faculty Member Andrew Rhyne Creates New Tool To Track Fish Species In Aquarium Trade, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Jun 2015

Rwu Faculty Member Andrew Rhyne Creates New Tool To Track Fish Species In Aquarium Trade, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Interactive data tool shows volume and diversity of marine ornamental species entering the U.S..


Extended Cut: Bringing Math To The People With Professor Robert Jacobson, Jack Dunleavy Nov 2014

Extended Cut: Bringing Math To The People With Professor Robert Jacobson, Jack Dunleavy

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Math buff creates Google+’s first mathematics community.


Evolution In Real Time: Studying Marine Viruses In Mount Hope Bay, Jill Rodrigues Oct 2013

Evolution In Real Time: Studying Marine Viruses In Mount Hope Bay, Jill Rodrigues

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Faculty-student collaborative research examines the evolution of marine viruses.


Sylvia Earle: Ocean Life Makes Human Life Possible, Jill Rodrigues Sep 2013

Sylvia Earle: Ocean Life Makes Human Life Possible, Jill Rodrigues

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Legendary oceanographer and marine scientist lauds RWU for marine
biology and aquaculture programs as a leading example of research and conservation efforts.


Legendary Oceanographer To Kick Off Marine Biology's 40th Anniversary, Brian E. Clark Sep 2013

Legendary Oceanographer To Kick Off Marine Biology's 40th Anniversary, Brian E. Clark

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President’s Distinguished Speakers Series event on Sept. 25 will feature National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Sylvia Earle.


Reviving Bay Life, Jill Rodrigues Jul 2013

Reviving Bay Life, Jill Rodrigues

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With support via the R.I. Science and Technology Advisory Council, MNS faculty members partner on projects to improve state's marine ecosystem.


Checking In With… Marine Biology Alumnus Bill Geraghty ’78, Brian E. Clark Jun 2013

Checking In With… Marine Biology Alumnus Bill Geraghty ’78, Brian E. Clark

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Oyster gardening initiative prompts memories from longtime supporter of Marine and Natural Sciences.


Mns Lab Technician Wins International Microphotography Competition, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University Feb 2013

Mns Lab Technician Wins International Microphotography Competition, Public Affairs, Roger Williams University

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Combining science and art, Kathryn Markey earns honors in Olympus BioScapes Competition for stunning video of marine life on microscopic scale.


The Art (And Science) Of Breeding Fish In Captivity, Jenna Mulvey Nov 2012

The Art (And Science) Of Breeding Fish In Captivity, Jenna Mulvey

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To reduce the impact of harvesting fish from natural habitats, RWU experts to teach aquarists to breed fish for exhibit tanks.


The Jellies’ Way: Masters Of Stealth Predation, Jill Rodrigues Nov 2012

The Jellies’ Way: Masters Of Stealth Predation, Jill Rodrigues

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Associate Professor of Environmental Science Sean Colin studies the predatory abilities of comb jellies in calm to rough waters.