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09/24/2026

Exploring snakes’ hidden colors, parasitic infections, solutions for antibiotic resistance and molecular structures for new materials.

Projects like these are getting an extra boost thanks to a $1.5 million award SDSU received from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation to support seven postdoctoral researchers addressing important issues in biology and chemistry.

Swipe to learn more about these postdocs and celebrate their work this National Postdoc Appreciation Week!

Read the full story on SDSU NewsCenter.

Hayley L. Crowell studies the evolution of animal coloration in Kinsey Brock’s lab.

“My research focuses on large-scale patterns and the ecological consequences of ‘hidden colors’ (meaning, ultraviolet and near-infrared) in snakes and lizards. In particular, my work will investigate how urbanized landscapes affect the evolution of animal coloration and other sexual signals across space and time. There is still a lot to learn about how anthropogenic change influences animal communication, especially when organisms successfully adapt to the presence of dense human populations.”

Guilherme Carrara Moreira Paiva researches parasitic infections in Laura-Isobel McCall’s lab.

“My research focuses on understanding how parasites interact with their hosts and how infection changes the behavior and metabolism of both infected cells and nearby uninfected cells, which we call ‘bystander cells.’ I study Trypanosoma cruzi, the parasite that causes Chagas disease, using approaches such as metabolomics, isotope tracing, imaging and spatial molecular technologies. By understanding how infection alters tissues beyond the cells directly infected by the parasite, we hope to uncover mechanisms that contribute to disease progression and identify potential biomarkers or new therapeutic targets.”

Dalaena Rivera inspects host-microbe interactions in Robert Luallen’s lab.

“I’m broadly interested in host-microbe interactions, especially those pertaining to the gut microbiome. I use the model organism C. elegans to understand the mechanisms underlying beneficial bacterial adherence. My research is attempting to answer two questions: Ho

09/18/2026

A $5 million grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation Office of Advanced Cyberinfrastructure will help develop a secure solution to sharing sensitive data.

Over the next five years, researchers from San Diego State University, in partnership with Arizona State University and University of Utah, will develop a novel cyberinfrastructure called Prototype Architecture for Research Advances using Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PARAPET).

PARAPET is designed to be a more secure way to share and collaborate on sensitive data, and train AI models without exposing private data. This cyberinfrastructure could be used nationwide in health care, cybersecurity, science, finance and the social sciences to protect sensitive data, including medical records, financial information and census statistics.

Learn more about this project on SDSU NewsCenter: sdsu.edu/news

09/16/2026

Planetarium shows are BACK this fall!

Join the astronomy department for a free exploration of the cosmos at 3 p.m. every Friday starting 9/18 and continuing through 12/11 (no show on 11/27). Shows are open to the public and take place in the Physics-Astronomy building, Room 209.

08/27/2026

Today, Rosa Arriaga is a Harvard graduate and professor at Georgia Institute of Technology. Her path in STEM began at SDSU but, she says, it was first sparked by her mother’s determination to ensure her children could have the opportunities she did not.

Head to SDSU NewsCenter to learn about Arriaga’s journey and how she is honoring those who supported her through a gift toward the new sciences building.

08/14/2026

Why does ovarian cancer so often return? SDSU researchers have uncovered new insights.

A study led by associate professor of biology Carrie House identifies how treatment-resistant cells survive chemotherapy, pointing to a potential strategy for preventing frequent, deadly relapses.

Learn more on SDSU NewsCenter.

08/07/2026

A special birthday for this 101-year-old scientist! 🍰

This summer, emeritus professor of biology Jim Neel celebrated his birthday on campus with family and former colleagues from the College of Sciences.

08/04/2026

Here’s all you need to know about the upcoming Perseid meteor shower ☄️🌌

Robert Quimby, SDSU professor of astronomy and director of Mount Laguna Observatory, gives the inside scoop, from the best times to see the Perseids, what is needed for a successful viewing experience and the science that makes the shower possible.

The Perseids peak around August 12. Learn more on SDSU NewsCenter.

07/22/2026

According to brain science, Baby Yoda might not be a baby after all!

At Comic-Con 2026, SDSU neurobiologist Elena Blanco-Suárez will apply her expertise on brain development and repair to a panel organized by Fleet Science Center called “Grogu’s World: The Science Behind the Mandalorian.”

There, she’ll discuss how Grogu’s brain development compares to that of human children and the effects Mando’s continuous blows to the head would have on his brain health.

Blanco-Suárez studies neuroplasticity, or how the brain changes in response to outside influences, to enhance healing in people who have been affected by stroke. The methods her lab develops could also be applied to treating neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s.

Read about all the SDSU faculty and staff who will bring their expertise to San Diego Comic-Con this year on SDSU NewsCenter.

06/29/2026

San Diego State University researchers have uncovered a crucial piece of the spider silk puzzle.

In the latest SDSU Minds in Motion spotlight, professor Greg Holland explains how phosphate triggers molecular interactions that help silk proteins begin the transition from liquid droplets to solid fibers.

Holland calls the finding the missing link between the liquid and solid stages of silk formation, offering new insight into one of nature’s most sophisticated processes.

05/27/2026

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2026 Thomas B. Day Award for Excellence in Physics!

This endowment, created in memory of the late SDSU President Day, supports faculty and students financially as they progress in their academic and professional pursuits.

This year’s recipients are as follows:

Vincent Juliano, an undergraduate student whose work in condensed quantum matter focuses on the electrical manipulation of excitons in moiré semiconductor superlattices, an emerging area at the forefront of modern physics. Juliano has developed strong expertise in fabricating 2D semiconductor heterostructures and characterizing their optical properties. He has been accepted into multiple Ph.D. programs in physics.

Hugo Mixco, a graduate student whose research in quantum materials centers on the direct growth of moiré semiconductor superlattices on hexagonal boron nitride, a rapidly developing area in condensed matter physics. He has built strong expertise in chemical v***r deposition growth and optical spectroscopy, including Raman and photoluminescence techniques.

Matt Anderson, a professor of physics who offers clear explanations, demonstrates strong organization, and makes complex material accessible and engaging. His teaching methods actively involve students in the learning process and allow them to build conceptual understanding and confidence in communicating scientific ideas. Anderson developed the Learning Glass system, an instructional tool that has been adopted at SDSU and other institutions, and maintains an extensive library of instructional videos that offer valuable support for students outside of class.

Learn more about these SDSU physicists on our website, link in bio!

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