Catalyst Magazine 2018

In the 2018 Issue

An Emphasis on Science and Interdisciplinary Research at American University

Naden Krogan and Maryam Yamadi (right) examine the model plant Arabidopsis thaliana. Credit: Brenda Chow.

Scientist Spotlight: Professor Naden Krogan

Zestos and his research team wear lab coats

New Faculty Profile

The Computer Science Department Is on a Roll

Professor Ethan Mereish (left) with research coordinator David Hawthorne.

The Lavender Lab: Using the Power of Youth Voices to Improve LGBTQ Health

Trouble in Paradise

Oncogenic Pathways and Iron Phenotypes in Breast Cancer

Anila (middle) is hooded during graduation by her mentor Stoodley (right).

Excellence in Neuroscience Training at AU: Anila D’Mello, BCaN Graduate and Current MIT Postdoc

A chalkboard filled with equations and writing.

A Building Made for Collaboration

The audience from the American University Symposium: Sex Differences: From Neuroscience to the Clinic and Beyond.

The Center for Behavioral Neuroscience: Making an Impact in Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Research

Student works in a lab at a cryogenic workstation.

Trying to Understand Addiction

Matt Mullins, Irena Volkov, and Samantha Hepworth present their I-CORPS projects at the Mathias Student Research Conference.

American University I-CORPS Program

The Analysis and Geometry of Information

Students Maya Kinley-Hanlon, David Bialy, and Jacob Vancampen with Philip Johnson in AU’s gravitational wave detector lab.

AU Welcomes New Institute for Integrated Space Science and Technology

A floor in the library full of desks, chairs, tables, and study areas.

Bender Library: Supporting Impactful Research at AU

Mission Statement

A catalyst, as defined by scientists, is a substance that accelerates chemical reactions. Bringing substances together is a fundamental component of a catalyst’s mechanism of action. Similarly, Catalyst magazine is one place where the American University sciences come together to relay exciting developments, promote discourse, and provide inspiration for current and prospective students, faculty, and alumni.

Editor

Stefano Costanzi, Associate Professor, Chemistry Department

Student Editor

Mackenzie Kelley, Biochemistry Major, Class of 2018

Designer

Nicky Lehming

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