Purdue Today.

April 1, 2020

Current web edition

Faculty and Staff News

President Daniels announces launch of Safe Campus Task Force

With the viral epidemic still at an early stage in the U.S., uncertainty confronts us on almost every question. But one thing we can say with confidence: next fall’s college environment and experience will be unlike any we have witnessed.

Coronavirus News

Talent share program launches to meet critical campus needs
Things you need to know about COVID-19

Things to Know

Staff advisory committees update names
Recap of University Senate’s March 23 meeting
New reference guide available for gas cylinder rental process

In the Spotlight

virology researcher in Purdue P4ID lab

Purdue researchers leap to discover more about coronavirus

As the novel coronavirus pandemic approaches 1 million cases worldwide, Purdue University researchers have launched more than 30 research projects and have applied for funding for nearly 20 additional projects.

Additional News

microscope, gloved hand, test tubes in rack

Purdue innovators moving to fast-track COVID-19 solutions

As the coronavirus pandemic spreads across the U.S. and the world, Purdue scientists are working to move solutions to diagnose and treat the virus to the marketplace as soon as possible. The Purdue Research Foundation Office of Technology Commercialization is working with innovators from across the University to patent and license technologies that focus on the diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of treating COVID-19.

big assortment of fruits and vegetables

Don’t fear eating fruits and veggies as virus concerns grip nation

Modern supermarkets with their many open displays of fruits and vegetables are truly a marvel and a reminder that our nation enjoys the safest and most abundant food supply in the world. However, in the face of the current nationwide COVID-19 outbreak, many questions about the safety of fresh fruits and vegetables have arisen. According to Extension specialist Amanda Deering, research indicates that the virus is not foodborne or food-transmitted.

General

Do pouches put the ‘squeeze’ on infant and toddler nutrition?

Campus

Spring civic engagement series goes virtual; next session today via WebEx

Sports

Women's basketball season in review: 2019-20 in photos

Bringing Our Best

Purdue Pharmacy offering hand sanitizer for purchase

The Purdue College of Pharmacy and Purdue University Pharmacy have been busy compounding hand sanitizer for the Purdue community due to inadequate supplies in the market and health care system. The hand sanitizer is now available to purchase.

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Events

Purdue has announced that university-sponsored events involving external visitors will be canceled effective March 16 through May 2. The Big Ten Conference has canceled intercollegiate athletic competition by its member universities for the spring. Those planning to attend events should check with event organizers to confirm. Events and meetings information

Purdue in the News

Here is a sampling of recent news reports about Purdue from media across the nation and the world.

Lifehacker, Lafayette Journal & Courier: How to cope with isolation, according to an astronaut
PRI.org: How we will feed ourselves when there are 10 billion people on the planet
Christian Post: Doing philosophy during a pandemic
WXIN/WTTV: Full Steam Ahead Podcast Episode 49 – Coronavirus: Staying healthy, safe, and positive
WXIN/WTTV: Purdue researchers say pets can help you cope during period of social distancing
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