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Chemistry

Chemistry instructor Margie Haak receives Oregon Academy of Science teaching award

Margie Haak, a senior instructor in Oregon State University’s Department of Chemistry, has received the 2026 Outstanding Educator – Higher Education Award from the Oregon Academy of Science, recognizing more than three decades of dedication to teaching, mentorship and science outreach.

March 6, 2026

Faculty and Staff, Physics, Student Success

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Chemistry

Three journal covers spotlight Fang lab discoveries in ultrafast spectroscopy

Giovannoni lab performs research off of a boat

Climate and Oceans

Microbiologist receives $1.2M award to study microbes in a changing ocean

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Health and Biotechnology

Researchers find way to watch, reverse chemical process linked with Alzheimer's disease

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Statistics

Oregon State launches data science degree for today's data-driven careers

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Faculty and Staff

Celebrating excellence in research: 2026 College of Science Awards

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Faculty and Staff

Celebrating excellence in teaching and advising: 2026 College of Science Awards

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Faculty and Staff

Celebrating excellence in inclusive excellence, administration and service: 2026 College of Science Awards

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Events

Multimedia experience in PRAx: 'What can a punk-inspired music scene teach scientists?'

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Integrative Biology

Fieldwork, internships and study abroad: Oregon State biology student expands career path

Phys.org

New lab technique can reverse chemical process linked with Alzheimer's disease

KPTV FOX 12

Study brings new insights into Alzheimer's disease

NewScientist

The world’s most elusive colour is worth billions – if we can find it

Jefferson Public Radio

Oregon State University scientist helps shape UN High Seas Treaty

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