Purdue researcher Emily Dykhuizen explores how cancer takes advantage of the machinery that surrounds DNA, enabling some of its most pernicious powers, like the ability to evade the immune system, resist conventional therapies and spread through metastasis. Her work helps researchers develop better immunotherapies against cancer.
Tammy Siemers, associate director of graduate programs in the Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering, is the recipient of the 2025 Community Spirit Award, presented annually to a Purdue staff member who sets a high standard for service, encourages a sustained commitment to civic participation and inspires others to make service a central part of their lives.
The Space Policy, Science + Technology Symposium @ Purdue brings together government, military, industry and academia. Drawing on their collective knowledge and experience, participants will help to identify knowledge gaps and set next steps in research, partnering and policy development. Registration for the March 23-25 event is open and free for Purdue faculty, staff and students.
The annual Spring Fling appreciation day for Purdue employees and retirees is set for 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. May 21 at and around Memorial Mall. Faculty, staff, graduate student staff and retirees interested in volunteering the day of the event can sign up for various shifts and responsibilities through April 9.
