IUP Sustainability Studies

05/27/2025

Mexico Develops 3D-Printed Coral to Restore Dying Reefs
Mexican marine scientists have developed biodegradable 3D-printed coral structures to help restore rapidly dying reefs along the Yucatán coast. These coral “scaffolds” mimic the shape and texture of real coral and are infused with nutrients to attract marine life.
Once deployed underwater, fish and invertebrates begin to colonize them, and real coral begins growing on top. The structures are made of calcium carbonate and chitosan — safe for the ocean and fully biodegradable.
Early trials show a 300% increase in biodiversity after just six months.

12/24/2024

For ecologists restoring the vast bogs of remote Karelia, wild reindeer are not just part of the environment but entwined with the ancient culture of the boreal forests

10/18/2024

Survey of young people aged 16-25 from all US states shows concerns across political spectrum

10/15/2024

UC San Diego has added an innovative prerequisite to ‘prepare students for the future they really will encounter’

10/25/2023

Join the Friends of White's Woods and IUP Anthropology alum Braden Meiter for this webinar presentation on Thursday, 26 October! Please email [email protected] to register!

10/19/2023

Tonight is Movie Night!!!

MOVIE TIME for international education week! Co-sponsored by the Pan-African studies, Sustainability studies, and the Office of International Education, there is a very interesting documentary you can view and discuss. Come join us in Jane Leonard B10 on Thursday, Oct. 19 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
🎟️ Get your FREE tickets 🎟️ https://kinema.com/events/the-ants-and-the-grasshopper-pf-qmw

10/16/2023

10/13/2023

Come down to the Indiana County Sustainability Summit today! 9-3pm at the KCAC!

10/12/2023

Tomorrow is the 6th Indiana County Sustainable Economic Development Summit! Attached is the schedule of activities and events, stop in and say "Hi" to our IUP Sustainability Studies table!

10/10/2023

IUP's Office of International Education, Sustainability Studies Program, and Pan-African Studies Program present a Screening and Discussion of the film "The Ants and the Grasshopper."
Leonard Hall, Rm B10 Thursday, October 19, 6:00 p.m.
In this documentary, a community leader from Malawi travels to the US to discuss with Americans the global climate change crisis.
Attendance vouchers will be available. This event is free and open to the public.
The event is part of International Education Week, hosted by the Office of International Education, (Oct. 16-20).

10/09/2023

Join us this Friday, October 13th, for the 6th Indiana County Sustainable Economic Development Summit! Use the QR code or go to the website to RSVP, we hope to see you there!