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Just outside the nation's capital, we've built connections with government agencies and industry partners working at the forefront of scientific research. Combine those with our advanced facilities for getting real-world work experience and options for tailoring your degree, and our students have more opportunity to land jobs, internships, and research collaborations that really help them stand out.

Students work in Deborah Polayes Biology of Microorganisms Lab. Photo by Lathan Goumas/Office of Communications and Marketing

College of Science Annual Report 2023-2024

What an extraordinary year for the College of Science at George Mason University. From groundbreaking research to record-breaking enrollment, our latest 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.

Daniel Hanley research

Mason Science honors faculty and staff achievements

On Thursday, December 12, Interim Dean Cody W. Edwards joined faculty and staff at the 2024 Celebration of Success, honoring Mason Science’s achievements. The celebration featured prize giveaways and recognized 17 outstanding faculty and staff from over 100 nominees for their contributions throughout the year.

Faculty and staff smile together at the Celebration of Success 2024

Research using AI to track Amazon rainforest species produces landmark results

Thanks to the tenacity of George Mason University biology professor David Luther, animals in the Amazon have a lot less privacy these days, but that’s good for scientists who to want know what’s going on in the Brazilian rainforests.

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5 Feb (CLIM) Seo, Diurnal Precipitation & Land-Air Interactions

Feb 5, 2025, 1:30 - 2:30 PM

Eunkyo Seo, Pukyong National University Misrepresentation of land-atmosphere interactions due to model fidelity in capturing diurnal precipitation Wed, 5 Feb, 1:30pm Innovation 134 and via Zoom (for link, email bklinger@gmu.edu ) Host: Paul Dirmeyer The accurate representation of diurnal precipitation is critical for understanding land-atmosphere interactions and their impact on
Feb5

Science Careers Week 2025: Forensic Science Panel

Feb 5, 2025, 3:00 - 4:00 PM

Virtual via Zoom

Jumpstart your career in forensic science. At this event, a panel of recruiters and scientists will share insights into the hiring process for the jobs and internships you want. You’ll leave this event with practical tips to improve your search and application materials. Learn more and register to attend.
Feb6

Science Careers Week 2025: Sustainability Careers Panel and Networking

Feb 6, 2025, 1:30 - 3:00 PM

Johnson Center, Room D

Interested in learning more about environmental, sustainability, and conservation careers? Meet with professionals and get first-hand accounts of what it’s like to work in these fast-paced, high-demand fields. Learn more and register to attend.