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What if artificial intelligence could compress decades of scientific discovery into mere months?A Tulane University team...
09/01/2026

What if artificial intelligence could compress decades of scientific discovery into mere months?

A Tulane University team is putting that possibility to the test as part of the federal Genesis Mission. Led by physics professor Jianwei Sun, researchers from physics, chemistry and computer science are combining AI, advanced simulations and laboratory experimentation in pursuit of one of science’s “holy grails”: superconductors that can function at higher temperatures.

The implications could be enormous, from more efficient power grids and electronics to advances in transportation, medical imaging and quantum computing.

The team has received $750,000 for its initial nine-month project, conducted in partnership with Oak Ridge National Laboratory, with the potential to unlock as much as $15 million in second-phase funding.

We are thrilled to see this ambitious, interdisciplinary work from the Tulane School of Science and Engineering receive in-depth coverage from NOLA.com.

Read the full story: https://www.nola.com/news/business/innovation/tulane-researchers-hope-ai-will-speed-up-the-search-for-one-of-sciences-holy-grails/article_92ca00b5-1a94-4f7c-8c85-fbb2284eb885.html

Congratulations to Dr. Alexander McSkimming on his promotion to Associate Professor with Tenure in the Department of Che...
08/31/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Alexander McSkimming on his promotion to Associate Professor with Tenure in the Department of Chemistry at Tulane SSE! 🧪

From designing new transition-metal catalysts in the lab to mentoring students in the classroom, Dr. McSkimming’s work in synthetic inorganic chemistry is helping drive fundamental discovery forward. 🔬⚡

Drop a 👏 in the comments to congratulate Dr. McSkimming on this well-deserved achievement!

Robinne Ponty is earning his Tulane master’s degree in computer science entirely online while teaching high school in Ca...
08/29/2026

Robinne Ponty is earning his Tulane master’s degree in computer science entirely online while teaching high school in California. This summer, his Tulane experience brought him from the virtual classroom to New Orleans.

As part of an independent study focused on computer science education in the age of AI, Ponty traveled to Tulane to help lead CMPS 1010: AI Systems through the Tulane Science Scholars Program. Working alongside Aaron Maus, he introduced high school students to complex AI concepts through interactive lessons, then continued supporting them online as they developed AI tools of their own.

The experience shows what makes Tulane’s online graduate programs so powerful: Students can advance their education from wherever they are while still finding meaningful opportunities to connect, collaborate and make an impact on campus and far beyond it.

Read how Ponty’s online master’s journey became an unforgettable summer teaching experience: https://sse.tulane.edu/california-tulane-online-computer-science-student-brings-ai-education-life

🎉 Welcome to SSE, Dr. Aaron Leininger!We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Aaron Leininger as an Assistant Professor in River-C...
08/28/2026

🎉 Welcome to SSE, Dr. Aaron Leininger!

We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Aaron Leininger as an Assistant Professor in River-Coastal Science and Engineering! 🌊

Dr. Leininger studies how microbial communities interact within engineered water systems, blending microbial physiology, ecology, and electrochemistry to understand microbial behavior in water treatment, biorefineries, and now the Mississippi River Delta.

He earned his Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Princeton University, with prior research experience at EPFL, Eawag, and DC Water.

Join us in welcoming Dr. Leininger to the Tulane community! 🐊💙

Congratulations to Dr. Zhengming Ding on his promotion to Associate Professor with Tenure and his recent NSF CAREER Awar...
08/27/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Zhengming Ding on his promotion to Associate Professor with Tenure and his recent NSF CAREER Award at Tulane’s School of Science & Engineering! 👏🎉

A leader in computer science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, Dr. Ding’s research continues to push the boundaries of computer vision and data intelligence. This prestigious NSF CAREER award further recognizes his dedication to advancing high-impact research while integrating education and discovery in the classroom.

We are thrilled to celebrate these dual milestones and his continued leadership within our SSE community. 💚🌊

Tulane's GiST (Girls in STEM at Tulane) and BATS (Boys at Tulane in STEM) programs provide fifth through seventh grade s...
08/27/2026

Tulane's GiST (Girls in STEM at Tulane) and BATS (Boys at Tulane in STEM) programs provide fifth through seventh grade students with the opportunity to meet and work with undergraduate, graduate, faculty, and professional role models in STEM fields. Workshops developed by faculty and student teams empower students to inquire, investigate, and discover in a positive environment. Our goal is to open the doors wide and welcome young students to careers in STEM fields by encouraging creative thinking, promoting self-esteem, and increasing awareness of the opportunities in STEM that await them.

If you are a faculty member or graduate student interested in developing and running a workshop for either event, please sign up here (please try to sign up by August 28th):
https://sse.tulane.edu/k12-stem/gistbats-workshop-registration-form.

If you are interested in volunteering as a group leader, helping with registration, taking photos or volunteering in another capacity for either event please sign up here:
https://sse.tulane.edu/k12-stem/gistbats-volunteer-registration-form.

If you are interested in running a 3-5 min activity for the morning scavenger hunt, please sign up here: https://sse.tulane.edu/k12-stem/gistbats-scavenger-hunt-form.

Thank you to all of the volunteers who participated and supported BATS and GiST in the 2025-26 academic year! We hosted over 500 middle school students and 100 teachers last academic year! We are so excited to bring middle school students on campus again this fall!!!

🏆 Congratulations to Dr. Ehab Meselhe, ASCE New Orleans Branch Educator of the Year!Since 2005, the ASCE New Orleans Bra...
08/26/2026

🏆 Congratulations to Dr. Ehab Meselhe, ASCE New Orleans Branch Educator of the Year!

Since 2005, the ASCE New Orleans Branch has honored an Educator of the Year who exemplifies excellence in civil engineering education, service, and character, and this year, that honor belongs to our own RSCE Department Chair.

Dr. Meselhe's impact reaches far beyond the classroom. Through his teaching, mentorship, and research, he continues to expand what's possible for our students, for New Orleans, and for the Gulf South region as a whole, shaping the next generation of engineers while advancing solutions to some of our region's most pressing challenges.

Join us in congratulating Dr. Meselhe on this well-deserved recognition! 🎉

From studying anthocyanin in Panama's rainforests to managing solar farms across the U.S., Clare Lister (EEB '18) has ta...
08/26/2026

From studying anthocyanin in Panama's rainforests to managing solar farms across the U.S., Clare Lister (EEB '18) has taken her science degree in a direction she never expected. She traded fieldwork for the fast pace of solar construction, chasing a career where she could see her impact on climate change in real time. Her advice for current science students: your major doesn't lock you into one path. 🌱☀️

Read more about Clare's story: https://sse.tulane.edu/panamas-rainforests-americas-solar-farms-clare-listers-path-out-lab

We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Laura Harrison as our new Professor of Practice in Neuroscience! Dr. Harrison's research d...
08/25/2026

We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Laura Harrison as our new Professor of Practice in Neuroscience! Dr. Harrison's research digs into how cells communicate, specifically the signaling pathways of membrane receptors and novel GTP-binding proteins, work that's paving the way toward more targeted, effective drug therapies. 🧠💚

Learn more: https://sse.tulane.edu/laura-harrison

Major milestone alert! 🥳 Big congratulations to Dr. Hannah Frank on her earned promotion to Associate Professor with Ten...
08/24/2026

Major milestone alert! 🥳 Big congratulations to Dr. Hannah Frank on her earned promotion to Associate Professor with Tenure in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at Tulane SSE! 🦇✨

From fieldwork in the canopy to genomics in the lab, Dr. Frank and her team in the BAT Lab are shedding light on nature’s biggest immune mysteries- including how bats tolerate viruses without getting sick! 🔬

Join us in celebrating Dr. Frank on this well-deserved achievement!

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