Important Stories You May Have Missed
AP Newsroom and Purdue News YouTube Channel
You will want to read these good stories that you may have missed. Check out the AP Newsroom (for AP members) and the Purdue News YouTube channel (for all reporters) to find comments from Purdue experts on timely topics.
University Strategic Initiatives
The last fiscal year saw the announcement of three strategic initiatives that will continue into the new year: Purdue University in Indianapolis, the Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr. School of Business, and Purdue Computes. For regular updates on these initiatives and related efforts, visit the university’s strategic initiatives summary website.
Vaccine Stability Research
Purdue University researchers have been working on the problem of vaccine stability, using freeze-drying technology to increase the shelf life of vaccines. A Purdue-led team has been granted nearly $1 million to pursue a cost-effective method of using microwaves to speed up the freeze-drying process.
The Benefits and Challenges of a Four-Day School Week
Jennifer Smith, a clinical associate professor of special education at Purdue University’s College of Education, discusses the advantages and disadvantages of adopting a four-day school week. Smaller school districts are implementing this shorter week to reduce costs and attract more teachers. However, parents of younger students may face increased expenses for child care during the extra day off.
New Insights into DNA Methyltransferase Protein
A Purdue University research team has revealed intricate details about the function of a key protein found in mammals, including humans. When this protein, known as DNA methyltransferase, malfunctions, it can contribute to the development of many types of cancer.
Enhancing Animal Welfare in Poultry Production
Faculty members in Purdue University’s Department of Animal Sciences have been awarded $1.4 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture for research focusing on safeguarding animal welfare in poultry production. These projects have important implications for both the U.S. and Indiana economies.
Recent AP Video Stories
Check out these recent video stories from the AP:
- Assessing health risks after Maui fires
- Is air quality getting worse?
- How HADAR will revolutionize thermal imaging
About Purdue University
Purdue University is a public research institution known for excellence on a large scale. It ranks among the top 10 public universities in the United States, with two colleges placed in the top 4. Purdue is committed to discovering and disseminating knowledge with unparalleled quality and reach. Over 105,000 students study at Purdue across various modalities and locations, with 50,000 on-campus in West Lafayette. The university is dedicated to affordability and accessibility, consistently freezing tuition for 12 consecutive years. Explore Purdue’s relentless pursuit of progress, including its first comprehensive urban campus in Indianapolis, the Mitchell E. Daniels, Jr. School of Business, and Purdue Computes, at https://www.purdue.edu/president/strategic-initiatives.