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Category Archives: Physics & Astronomy
The Public Library of Science: Openness and Integrity
With 17 years of progress behind them, the Public Library of Science (PLOS), continues to prove that it is possible to change the nature of scholarly publishing practices for the better. PLOS publishes highly regarded, peer-reviewed journals. Its business model … Continue reading
Posted in Biology, Chemistry, Ejournals, For Faculty, Instruction, Neuroscience, Physics & Astronomy
Tagged affordable, OER, open access, Open data, open educational resources, Teaching
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BioMed Central Implements Author Contributorship Badges
Many scientific articles have a list of authors, whose individual roles in the work may be difficult to determine. In order to improve the way authors, particularly scientists, are given credit, BioMed Central has become the first publisher to … Continue reading
Georgia State at the Atlanta Science Festival
Now in its second year, the Atlanta Science Festival offers the opportunity for scientists and students to share their research and promote interest in science to the public and each other. As a Gold Sponsor, Georgia State University hosts many events, … Continue reading
Posted in Art & Design, Biology, Chemistry, For Faculty, For Graduate Students, For Students, General News, Geosciences, Mathematics & Statistics, Neuroscience, Nursing, Physics & Astronomy, Psychology, Uncategorized
Tagged Health & Science
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Science Reads of 2014
Looking for some non-assigned reading? Want to learn something new? Try one of these science books published in the last year; each has been featured on a list of best books or best science books of 2014 from publications such … Continue reading
Congratulations to Dr. Xiaochun He, Distinguished University Professor
Congratulations to Dr. Xiaochun He, Professor of Physics, for being named a Distinguished University Professor of Georgia State University. Eight GSU professors have been named Distinguished University Professors “in recognition of their outstanding records in research, teaching, and mentoring students … Continue reading
Posted in Faculty Publications and Research, For Faculty, For Graduate Students, For Students, Physics & Astronomy
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Georgia State at the Atlanta Science Festival, March 22-29
Photo courtesy of Kevin Harber on Flickr. (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0) Whether you’re science faculty, a science major, or just looking for interesting events, the Atlanta Science Festival has something for you. As one of the Atlanta Science Festival sponsors, Georgia … Continue reading
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“One brilliant idea… high-quality, free, open texts, and resources.” –openstaxcollege.org
Concerns over the high cost of college and student debt extends to the high costs of textbooks. But oftentimes, it doesn’t need to. There are many free or affordable solutions. OpenStax College may be an option for your course. If … Continue reading