Jean-Francois Louf, assistant professor of chemical engineering, is exploring how engineered devices can communicate with living nerve cells.
September 16, 2026
Auburn's “Hives Alive” exhibit transforms honeybee research data into an immersive art installation. The exhibit offers visitors a new way to experience the science behind honeybee nests.
September 16, 2026
AU Sand Mountain bahiagrass was developed at the Sand Mountain Research and Extension Center in Crossville.
September 15, 2026
Committed to improving the lives of those living with chronic kidney disease and improving access to care, the Harrison College of Pharmacy's Dr. Rebecca Maxson was recognized for her efforts last weekend with the American Pharmacists Association Pinnacle Award.
September 14, 2026
Auburn's Phygital Design Lab is blending art and technology to bring centuries-old history to life. Using AI, 3D printing, digital modeling and augmented reality, students are reimagining everything from Baroque frescos to a lost Italian carriage while making art more interactive, accessible and engaging.
September 14, 2026
Auburn veterinarians and engineers teamed up to develop a camera-equipped, 3D-printed laryngoscope to enhance the learning experience for vet students.
September 14, 2026
Lorelai Bland, senior in environmental science in the Auburn University College of Agriculture, recently received a national scholarship recognizing her commitment to soil and water conservation.
September 10, 2026
A rescued eagle didn't just beat the odds, it powered through multiple surgeries and months of rehab at the Auburn University Raptor Center, capping its comeback with a triumphant return to the wild — a full‑on victory lap for the bird and the team that refused to give up.
September 09, 2026
New project will bring educators, families and researchers together to build a more trustworthy AI tool for Earth science education
September 08, 2026
Using laser spectroscopy, the Grieco Lab looks inside everyday materials to reveal properties that could shape future technologies
September 04, 2026
The project, Mission Command Integration Module–XL (MCIM-XL), will create a commander's communications suite built from the ground up for the Polaris MRZR-Alpha 4, unifying disparate radios, antennas, satellite links, and digital gear into a compact, durable system.
September 03, 2026
Auburn researcher Luyu Liu, PhD, is using artificial intelligence, environmental science and geospatial technology to map areas vulnerable to PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” in agricultural landscapes. His research could help farmers and communities identify potential risks earlier and make informed decisions about testing and monitoring.
September 03, 2026
In the feathers of cardinals and house finches, Biological Sciences Professor Geoff Hill is finding clues about health, aging and longer life.
September 02, 2026
Auburn engineering students developed a reusable food container prototype for Foy on the Fly designed to improve dining efficiency, reduce plastic waste and better fit the campus dining operation.
September 01, 2026
Auburn's Global Development Solutions Lab brings faculty, graduate students and international partners together to tackle global development challenges. Through community-driven research across Africa, the lab works alongside local organizations to strengthen civil society, build capacity and create solutions shaped by the people who know their communities best.
September 01, 2026
Auburn University's 2026 national commercial highlights how students learn through hands-on experiences across campus. Featuring work from five colleges, the spot showcases everything from biomechanics and biomedical engineering to drone technology, theatre and laser spectroscopy. Together, the stories demonstrate how Auburn combines tradition, innovation and faculty mentorship to prepare students to turn what they learn into meaningful impact.
September 01, 2026
Faculty in Auburn University's College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment (CFWE) are using drone technologies in innovative ways to address challenges ranging from forest health, ecosystem monitoring and wildlife management to air quality and industrial emissions.
August 31, 2026
Panagiotis Mistriotis, associate professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering, was awarded for his project, "The Role and Predictive Implications of Downstream Migration in Breast Cancer."
August 31, 2026
Sathya Aakur, associate professor in the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering, is developing artificial intelligence (AI) methods that help intelligent embodied agents, aka robots, understand what objects can do, not just what they are.
August 27, 2026
The TEMPEST center will bring together researchers from eight universities, three national labs and three industries to understand and control turbulence, with applications to astrophysics, hypersonic flight and fusion energy.
August 26, 2026
Auburn researchers study sea urchins, sea stars and jellyfish to uncover insights relevant to human health, disease resistance and evolution
August 25, 2026
Auburn researcher says one of the ways growers can optimize efficiency and save some money during pesticide application operations is through proper sprayer calibration.
August 24, 2026
An Auburn University and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Genesis Mission project will develop a next-generation artificial intelligence (AI)-driven modeling framework to improve our understanding and predictive ability for assessing underground processes across a wide range of ecosystems.
August 19, 2026
The new facility expands Auburn's ability to help government and industry partners address critical national security challenges while training the next generation of engineers and scientists.
August 18, 2026
The Auburn Space Technology and Research Applications program, an interdisciplinary hub for satellite development and space systems engineering, brings together satellite design, spacecraft testing, ground station operations and space technology.
August 18, 2026
Auburn's new $224 million STEM + Agricultural Sciences Complex brings six departments, cutting-edge research spaces and a new vision for collaboration under one roof. The university's largest research construction project was designed not just for the science happening today, but for the discoveries still to come.
August 17, 2026
Auburn Engineering researchers are partnering with the U.S. Air Force to develop mass timber prototypes for faster, more efficient deployable military housing.
August 17, 2026
Auburn University leaders along with members of the Alabama congressional delegation and representatives from the Department of War will cut the ribbon at the grand opening of the state-of-the-art facility next week.
August 16, 2026
A simple question about who goes first turned into a 15-year mathematical puzzle. Auburn COSAM senior lecturer Eric Harshbarger and researchers around the world developed a set of dice that eliminates ties while giving every player an equal chance of winning, then Harshbarger brought the math to life with a giant wooden sculpture for Auburn's STEM + Agricultural Sciences Complex.
August 14, 2026
Civil and Environmental Engineering assistant professor Neha Sharma received a $1 million EPA grant to develop reusable nanosheets that capture nutrients from agricultural runoff and stormwater for reuse as fertilizer.
August 12, 2026
Auburn University's DisruptMS project is reimagining how multiple sclerosis research is done by putting patients at the center of the discovery process. Led by Dr. Evelyn Hunter, the community-based project brings together researchers, doctoral students and people living with MS to better understand how stress affects symptoms and develop practical tools shaped by patients' real-life experiences.
August 07, 2026
The federal government's quest to revolutionize scientific discovery through AI is giving Reza Molaei's research a role in what may become a landmark endeavor.
August 06, 2026
Alabama Cooperative Extension System entomologist Scott Graham has been recognized nationally by Cotton Grower magazine as one of its inaugural Best in Cotton award recipients.
July 31, 2026
Through simulations that mimic natural evolution, first-year doctoral student Maria Victoria Liendro computationally evaluates thousands of potential protein variations to identify the most promising candidates for laboratory testing.
July 30, 2026
When Kirsty Coventry '06 was elected as the first female president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in March 2025, she took over the reins with lofty goals and an immense pride that has propelled her passionate approach to the role.
July 28, 2026
Auburn University College of Agriculture Ph.D. student to pursue research into the risk management strategies available to support farm income and stabilize the economic wellbeing of U.S. agricultural producers.
July 28, 2026
Earth system science graduate Brandon Ryan spent four years studying how extreme heat affects fans at outdoor sporting events. His research at Jordan-Hare Stadium turned football Saturdays into an opportunity to explore practical ways to improve fan safety, while his time at Auburn helped him grow as a scientist, leader and advocate for research with real-world impact.
July 27, 2026
Auburn Engineering's Ali Khosravi earned a $599,940 NSF CAREER Award to develop adaptive foundation systems for Alabama's expansive soils.
July 24, 2026
For Murilo Tarozzo, the word “connection” is the throughline of his life. It describes his doctoral research, his experience at Auburn University and the impact engineering can have on the world around us.
July 24, 2026
As Taiwan works to achieve the goals of its ambitious Bilingual 2030 initiative, Auburn College of Education Associate Professor Jamie Harrison recently joined educators and researchers on the front lines of the effort, contributing her expertise on English as the Medium of Instruction while conducting research within one of the nation's leading university systems.
July 23, 2026
The School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture (APLA) is expanding its leadership in sustainable building innovation with a new Master of Architecture with a focus in mass timber design.
July 22, 2026
A new member of the School of Kinesiology's Sensorimotor and Rehabilitation (SMART) Neuroscience Lab has joined the team to help understand things like balance and walking: Circuit, the robotic “dog” who comes complete with artificial intelligence built in.
July 22, 2026
Auburn biologist Jonathan Armbruster helped identify Demogorgonichthys arcanus, a newly described cavefish from Redstone Arsenal that represents an entirely new lineage.
July 20, 2026
The Educational Research Methods & Analysis (ERMA) program in the College of Education's Department of Educational Foundations, Leadership, and Technology, has become a forward-looking hub where rigorous research training meets emerging AI-driven innovation.
July 20, 2026
After a bicycle accident changed how he experienced accessibility, Auburn doctoral student Franklin Wang is helping make technical dissertations more accessible for screen reader users.
July 16, 2026
Auburn student researches poultry beetle resistance in his post-doctoral research
July 15, 2026
Backed by up to $160 million from the National Science Foundation, Auburn and partners will connect farmers, manufacturers and communities to create new markets, new jobs and new opportunities across Alabama and Tennessee.
July 14, 2026
Dr. Chris Grieco's lab is studying conducting polymers that could help shape the future of wearable biomedical devices, smart windows and other flexible technologies.
July 13, 2026
Intended to retain top talent among federal regulators, compensation packages that reward performance may actually encourage those executives to leave, says Jason Chen, an assistant professor of finace. His award-winning study can help policymakers better understand the trade-offs that occur when designing compensation plans for federal workers.
July 13, 2026
As artificial intelligence reshapes education and the workforce, Auburn University associate professor Leslie Cordie is helping shift the conversation from fear to opportunity. Through her teaching and new international book, Navigating the AI Frontier in Adult Education, Cordie explores how AI can enhance learning, strengthen critical thinking and prepare lifelong learners for a rapidly changing world.
July 09, 2026
