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Betul Kacar, a post-doctoral fellow that researches in the lab of Dr. Eric Gaucher, a professor in the School of Biological Sciences.

Despite the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic, the College of Sciences' research programs remain strong, with a number of faculty members receiving grants to pursue their scientific studies. 

The Process of Academic Coaching

Academic Coaching provides students with the chance to work individually with professional staff members to enhance their academic skills, gain confidence, discover motivation, and improve performance.

Michael Schatz

Professor Michael Schatz will serve as interim chair for the School of Physics beginning July 1, 2020. Learn more about his work, and join us in welcoming him to this role.

Serological tests, or antibody tests, examine blood for traces of antibodies that could indicate past exposure to Coronavirus.

Antibody testing research, led by Biological Sciences’ Joshua Weitz and Emory University professor Benjamin Lopman, earns an NSF urgent funding grant to further study Covid-19 ‘shield immunity’.

Observing Electrical Waves

The malaria drug hydroxychloroquine, which has been promoted as a potential treatment for Covid-19, is known to have potentially serious effects on heart rhythms. Now, a team of researchers has used an optical mapping system to observe exactly how the drug creates serious disturbances in the electrical signals that govern heartbeat.

Georgia Tech honors faculty elected this year to National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering, and American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Georgia Tech honors faculty elected this year to National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering, and American Academy of Arts and Sciences — including three members of the College of Sciences.