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The Future of Clean Hydrogen
Article by Erica K. Brockmeier | May 02, 2024
UD and Chemours host National Academy of Engineering Regional Meeting, with presentations focused on using hydrogen for clean, efficient fuel cells.
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A conversation with Tim Shaffer
Diane Stopyra | May 02, 2024
Tim Shaffer, UD’s inaugural Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) Chair of Civil Discourse and director of the SNF Ithaca Initiative, teaches people how to communicate.
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May is National Inventors Month
Article by Karen B. Roberts | May 01, 2024
Meet Sambeeta Das, a member of UD’s growing innovation ecosystem
Interdisciplinary Programs
Microbiology - Ph.D., M.S.
Earth is microbial: Bacteria, archaea, viruses, protists, and fungi are the largest store of biomass on the planet, and represent nearly all of its biodiversity. They store massive genetic resources that can be used to solve challenges faced by our rapidly growing human population. Microbes will be key to developing more sustainable energy generation and material synthesis, improving human health and wellness, and satisfying increased food demands of larger human populations in the face of limited environmental resources.
The faculty of the University of Delaware (UD) Microbiology Graduate Program are already addressing these challenges in five separate colleges and thirteen departments. By bringing these faculty and resources together to train the next generation of microbiologists, with stakeholder guidance to develop an innovative educational program, the Microbiology Graduate Program will serve as a model for interdisciplinary enterprises at UD.
Our faculty already make significant contributions to the Grand Challenges in Delaware Will Shine, the blueprint for UD’s continued development as a premier learner-centered university. The program faculty and students are engaged in the Grand Challenges in Improving Health and Wellness, Innovating Energy and Environmental Solutions, and Ensuring Safety and Security.
Read about how the UD microbiology graduate program unleashes the power of tiny creatures in UDaily
The goals of this graduate program are to:
Recruit and retain a diverse pool of high-quality graduate students in Microbiology
Recruit and retain diverse, high-quality Microbiology faculty invested in cutting- edge student training
Rigorously deliver foundational concepts in genome-enabled Microbiology via a core curriculum
Provide rigorous electives to support broad exploration beyond the core curriculum
Foster professional skills in trainees, enabling them to succeed in multiple career paths
Facilitate cross-departmental and cross-college research collaborations
Identify and develop new tracks/concentrations as suggested by student/stakeholder interest
Proactively engage the advisory committee (see below) to assess program goals, curriculum, and to generate external support.
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Fireside chat with Anthony Fauci
Article by Karen B. Roberts | April 29, 2024
Renowned physician, immunologist and infectious disease researcher to discuss crisis decision-making with Valerie Biden Owens on May 3
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A sweet experiential learning opportunity
Article by Kevin Tritt | April 30, 2024
‘Cake Boss’ celebrates new cake vending machine at UD
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Support your passions on I Heart UD Giving Day
Article by Jack Truschel | April 30, 2024
UD community can show the power of collective giving by supporting 180+ fundraising projects