In the spotlight

Purdue computer scientists playing role in virtual history

Faster than you can say smartphone or iPad, the next great computer device will have come and gone. Working behind the screens, Purdue computer scientists like Susanne Hambrusch (pictured) are helping set the pace for change and experiencing the evolution of the field. Read more...

Featured News for Employees

Redesigned website details instructional technologies, training and support services

ITaP's Academic Technologies group has redesigned its Teaching and Learning website for easier access to the many resources available at Purdue to help in using technology for engaging and effective instruction. The home page organizes navigation by Academic Technologies' three purposes -- teach, learn and support. Read more...

Research News & Special Reports

Material created at Purdue lets electrons 'dance' and form new state

A team of Purdue researchers is among a small group in the world that has created ultrapure material that captures new states of matter and could have applications in high-speed quantum computing. Read more...

Bridge destruction to reveal clues about 'fracture-critical' spans

A civil engineer at Purdue is taking advantage of the demolition of a bridge spanning the Ohio River to learn more about how bridges collapse in efforts to reduce the annual cost of inspecting large spans. Read more...

Researchers in various studies looking for participants

Here is a list of research studies that currently are looking for participants. Read more...

People

Purdue Golden Girl to compete for world title

For the second time in three years, Purdue Golden Girl MerrieBeth Cox will compete in the World Twirling Championships. Read more...

General News

ROTC accepting Hall of Fame nominations

Purdue's ROTC Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for the 2012 class. Read more...

'Just Call Me Orville' book celebrates Purdue roots
of 'Popcorn King'

As well as being one of the most recognized advertising icons in the United States, the late Orville Redenbacher was a proud Purdue alumnus who credited the education he received at the University as one of the greatest contributors to his success. "Just Call Me Orville: The Story of Orville Redenbacher" is a new biography of the "Popcorn King" published by Purdue University Press that focuses on his Indiana roots. Read more...

Purdue Sports

Boilers announce future football schedule changes

Purdue athletics director Morgan Burke has announced changes to the future football schedules in regard to Marshall and Cincinnati. Read more...

Second annual Military Appreciation Day set for Sept. 3 football game

Intercollegiate Athletics has designated the Purdue football home opener on Sept. 3 as the second annual "Military Appreciation Day." The Purdue football team opens the 2011 season against Middle Tennessee State with kickoff scheduled for noon at Ross-Ade Stadium. Read more...

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Events

• This week's events
• Events for the next four weeks

• Purdue to host economic development workshop

• Indy International wine competition gearing up for 20th year

• Undergraduate research program plans symposium