University of Utah College of Science

From University of Utah Physics & Astronomy grad to clean energy pioneer, Pete Johnson (BA '03) is transforming the energy sector as CEO of Koloma, Inc. His company is exploring untapped geologic hydrogen resources that could power our future sustainably. A former University of Utah Presidential Scholar, Pete's path led him from East High football champion to Stanford grad, and now to leading a company backed by tech giants. His philosophy: "Avoid thinking that being passionate about your work means you won't be able to be a great spouse and parent. Find a way to make it all work." https://lnkd.in/g35t6WSe

I'm delighted to announce Denee Hayes as our newest University of Utah College of Science Senior Fellow. As a pioneering mining engineer and sustainability advocate, Denee brings unique expertise in bridging traditional mining practices with green energy solutions. Her leadership will be invaluable as we develop programs that address critical mineral needs while advancing environmental stewardship. Denee's two decades of industry experience, including roles at Rio Tinto and Pacificorp, combined with her innovative thinking about mining's role in our sustainable future, will help shape how we prepare the next generation of scientists and engineers. She is an alumna from the University of Utah Mining Engineering. Please join me in welcoming Denee to our College leadership team! https://lnkd.in/gFPgMeYN

The Wilkes Center for Climate Science and Policy and Microsoft have collaborated to help improve how companies invest in nature-based solutions. Bill Anderegg and an international team of scientists contributed key insights to this new white paper, outlining 8 essential actions for maximizing sustainability impact through ecosystem investment. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gFxJaEuj

The ICP-MS Trace Metals and Isotope Core Facility is looking for an undergraduate laboratory aide to assist with day-to-day operations in the lab. Responsibilities include: sample preparation/bench chemistry, sample intake, instrument setup, data analysis, lab supply preparation and more. This is a solely lab-based position (no field work)! If you are at all interested in analytical chemistry, forensics, ecology, or even just want to learn more about what the position entails, please contact us! *Must be an undergraduate *Minimum 10 hours per week Email Resume or Inquiry to: christopher.r.anderson@utah.edu and diego.fernandez@utah.edu

Sean Lawley, University of Utah Department of Mathematics Associate Professor, was one of five selected by U President Taylor Randall as a 2024 Presidential Scholar. A new cohort of Presidential Scholars is selected every year as a means of retaining faculty who have strong scholarly recognitions and significant promise for continued achievement. Congrats, Sean!

Current AI large language models can answer a wide variety of questions on a wide variety of topics. They sometimes make mistakes, sometimes bad ones. What would it take to turn them into reliable, useful tutors for the next generation of school children and lifelong learners? Computer scientist and AI pioneer Peter Norvig will answer this and more during the next Frontiers of Science lecture. Tuesday, November 12, 6 p.m. Aline W. Skaggs Biology (ASB) Building Auditorium, Rm 220 This event is free to the public and RSVPs are not required, but encouraged, by November 5. https://lnkd.in/gGwtFAR3 This event is co-hosted by the Kahlert School of Computing, University of Utah and the One-U Responsible AI Initiative.

We are so excited to announce our upcoming University of Utah University of Utah College of Science Mining Rocks Open House! Please spread the word to any high school /transfer students you know and have them join us October 30th, 2024. Come to participate in mining demonstrations, meet our current faculty, get scholarship information, and learn about careers in mining engineering. RSVP https://lnkd.in/gn2Y5PQ6 ⚒️ #universityofutah #uofu #utah #collegeofminesandearthsciences #cmes #uofucmes #moreforu #moreforucmes #mining #miningengineering #miningengineer

Congratulations to University of Utah Department of Mathematics Associate Professor Priyam Patel on receiving the University of Utah 2024 Early Career Teaching Award!

University of Utah Atmospheric Sciences's Kevin Perry joined KPCW to discuss potential health hazards from Great Salt Lake. Check it out ⬇️

New research led by University of Utah mathematicians and climate scientists is generating fresh models for understanding two critical processes in the sea ice system that have profound influences on global climate: the flux of heat through sea ice, thermally linking the ocean and atmosphere, and the dynamics of the marginal ice zone, or MIZ, a serpentine region of the Arctic sea ice cover that separates dense pack ice from open ocean. The research involves two studies, one north and one south. University of Utah Department of Mathematics professors Elena Cherkaev and Ken Golden, a leading sea ice researcher, are authors on both studies. The Arctic study, led by University of Utah Atmospheric Sciences professor Court Strong, examines the macrostructures of sea ice, while the Antarctic study, led by former Utah postdoctoral researcher Noa Kraitzman, PhD, gets into its micro-scale aspects. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gB6BPg4F