Highlights

Studying human genetic diversity
Contributing to an international effort to survey human genetic diversity, Biology Professor Taras Oleksyk led the publication of the largest study of genetic diversity in Ukraine.

Anthropology professor deploys drone to fight disease in Africa
Jon Carroll, Ph.D., explored the role drones can play in combating the spread of malaria in Africa. Funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development, the project used precision agriculture to support public health, environmental protection, food security and other efforts.

Chemistry professor awarded grant to improve crude oil transportation
Ngong Kodiah Beyeh, Ph.D., will study ways to improve the transportation of crude oil using organic macrocycle compounds to prevent oil flow-restricting aggregation of asphaltenes.