At the College of Natural Sciences, discovery begins here. Research by our faculty pushes the boundaries of our knowledge – and improves lives. Students, from first-year undergraduates to doctoral candidates, are essential collaborators throughout the process at Colorado State. We know that great research comes from great people and great connections.
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New research shows how solar arrays can aid grasslands during drought
New research from Colorado State University and Cornell University shows that the presence of solar panels in Colorado’s grasslands may reduce water stress, improve soil moisture levels and – particularly during dry years – increase plant growth by about 20% or more compared to open fields.
Undergrad lands prestigious fellowship with Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE)
Undergrad lands prestigious fellowship with Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment.
NIH to support fundamental research into cell function, gene expression
Researchers at Colorado State University are studying the inner workings of slumbering yeast cells to try and better understand fundamental biological processes related to gene regulation and expression.
The Tomoa Skip: CSU researchers analyze the new move that revolutionized speed climbing
CSU undergraduate computer science student Caleb Chou and Department of Statistics Assistant Professor Andee Kaplan recently published a paper in CHANCE exploring the efficiency of the Tomoa Skip, a controversial rock climbing shortcut.
The College of Natural Sciences pays differential tuition for all graduate students on a research assistantship (GTA), teaching assistantship (GTA), or other assistantship (GSA).
