George Mason University - College of Science

🎉 It's a special #FacultyFriday as we highlight the Dean's Award winners from last week's Celebration of Success! 🏆 We had an amazing time gathering to honor 16 outstanding faculty and staff for their incredible service in 2024. From prize giveaways to well-deserved recognition, this group truly embodies excellence at George Mason University. 👏 Thank you for your dedication and commitment to our community! 💚 View the full list of awardees: https://lnkd.in/eDTn_i_t Stay tuned as we highlight each of the award winners over the next few weeks. ✨ #MasonScience #CelebrationOfSuccess #FacultyExcellence

🎓 Congratulations to all of our 2024 graduates! Your hard work, dedication, and resilience have brought you to this amazing milestone. We can't wait to see all the incredible things you'll accomplish next! 🎉 #MasonGrad #Mason2024 #PatriotPride #MasonNation

🌟 Congratulations to Hillary Hamm, the George Mason University December Employee of the Month! 🌟 Since joining Mason in 2008, Hillary has been an essential part of our community. As the fiscal and HR technician in the Department of Computational and Data Sciences, she goes above and beyond, balancing procurement for three departments while managing employment for 40+ student teachers and research assistants. Her colleagues praise her hard work, positive attitude, and problem-solving skills, making her a vital force in our College of Science! 👏💼 🔗: https://lnkd.in/essmcB-b #MasonNation #EmployeeOfTheMonth #MasonScience

It has been an extraordinary year for the College of Science at George Mason University. From groundbreaking research to record-breaking enrollment, this annual report highlights the remarkable achievements of our students, faculty, and partners. Learn more about our collective efforts to shape the future of STEM and support bold thinking. Read our latest annual report: https://lnkd.in/gUMp93b6 #MasonScience #MasonScienceAnnualReport #STEMInnovation #ScientificBreakthroughs #ResearchExcellence #InnovativeLearning #BoldDiscoveries #GeorgeMasonUniversity #MasonNation #MasonResearch

Andrea Weeks, associate professor of Biology, contributed to identifying a 1,000-year-old seedling linked to the biblical myrrh tree (Commiphora). Using comparative genetic techniques and National Science Foundation (NSF) funded data, Weeks and her team unraveled new insights into ancient plant species and biodiversity. While the seed’s exact species remains unknown, this work underscores the importance of interdisciplinary research in uncovering our natural history and advancing biodiversity studies. Read more about this discovery here: https://lnkd.in/em7-BAfY #MasonScience #MasonBiology #Seedling #BiblicalMyrrh #Commiphora #AncientPlant

Congratulations to our very own Hillary Hamm! 🎉

George Mason University biology professor David Luther is leading innovative research in the Amazon rainforest using AI to monitor wildlife and assess biodiversity. Despite pandemic-related challenges, Luther and his team installed 136 cameras and 81 acoustic devices, generating tens of thousands of animal images and recordings. Through advanced AI models, they have already identified 201 bird species, offering critical insights into forest recovery and species resilience. This groundbreaking work is helping to shape future conservation strategies for tropical ecosystems worldwide. Learn more about this impactful research: https://lnkd.in/euZ6ftVY Watch the video: https://lnkd.in/eQZxUy2Z #MasonScience #MasonResearch #MasonBiology #Biodiversity #AIResearch #AmazonConservation #AmazonRainforest

This #FacultyFriday, we congratulate Environmental Science and Policy Professor and Potomac Environmental Research and Education Center (PEREC) Director R. Christian Jones on receiving the Environmental Science Award at the Virginia Academy of Science's 2024 Scientists Awards Program. This honor celebrates his outstanding contributions to environmental science that have benefited the Commonwealth of Virginia. Jones' current research focuses on long-term ecological studies of Gunston Cove and Hunting Creek on the tidal Potomac River. He leads efforts in continuous water quality monitoring and benthic algal productivity, particularly cyanobacteria. Learn more about Jones and his work: https://lnkd.in/guZdm57R #MasonScience #FacultyFriday #MasonESP #PEREC #EnvironmentalScience #FacultyExcellence #Research

The CMAI research center at George Mason University and its Director, Harbir Antil, have been building awareness and collaboration on a global scale discussing and proving how digital twin expertise can solve grand societal challenges.

George Mason University is advancing emergency response systems with the power of AI. Thanks to a nearly $1M grant from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) the Center for Resilient and Sustainable Communities (C-RASC), under the leadership of Geography and Geoinformation Science professor and C-RASC executive director Paul Houser, is collaborating with Fairfax County to improve 9-1-1 communication systems. This project aims to enhance training, reduce response times, and strengthen public safety through AI-driven innovation. With a focus on community engagement, it will also support outreach to underserved areas. Read more: https://lnkd.in/er_PZMhb #MasonScience #MasonResearch #MasonNation #AI #EmergencyPreparedness #PublicSafety #CommunityEngagement George Mason University - College of Engineering and Computing Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution at George Mason University