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Academic programs that bring opportunity
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.
Physics PhD student is using machine learning techniques to unlock the key to predicting solar flares
João Felipe Sousa Pereira’s research on solar flares could one day help us safeguard astronauts and technology in space and even prevent widespread blackouts here on Earth. Pereira, a second-year Physics PhD student at George Mason University, is studying solar physics with the goal of uncovering the precise triggers of solar flares.
Pesticides in our food supply: overcoming the barriers to risk assessment
Leah Sattler, a doctoral student in the Department of Environmental Science and Policy, recently published a policy memo in the Journal of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry exploring barriers to adopting modern risk assessment methods for pesticide regulation. This publication marks the first student paper from K.L. Akerlof’s EVPP 530 class, with more to come.
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.
