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Yellow Jackets

Georgia Tech researchers are studying the highly social behavior of yellow jackets.

Alpha Centauri AB

There's new hope that advanced beings may exist on exoplanets. A new study on the dynamics of axis tilts of exoplanets in Goldilocks zones says about 87% of planets like Earth in two-star, or binary, systems should have axes conducive to the evolution of complex life. But in the star system nearest us, Alpha Centauri AB, the study pours some water on those hopes.

David Hu, professor in the School of Biological Sciences

The first book from David Hu, professor in the School of Biological Sciences, continues to collect honors following its November 2018 publication. "How to Walk On Water and Climb Up Walls: Animal Movement and Robots of the Future" has been selected as a finalist for the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)/Suburu SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books in the Young Adult Science Book category.

 

Susan Lozier teaches a class at Duke University. (Photo courtesy Duke University)

Georgia Tech College of Sciences Dean Susan Lozier, is continuing her physical oceanography research as she takes the reins of her administrative duties in Tech Tower. She talks about her studies of “the global ocean conveyor belt,” her plans to get back to the ocean in 2020, and her commitment to mentorship. 

All smiles for the Frances O. Hite Scholarship Endowment (Courtesy of Bruce Hite)

Georgia Tech alumnus Bruce L. Hite formed the endowment in loving memory of his wife, Frances “Fran” Orr Hite. Bruce graduated from Georgia Tech in 1972 with a B.S. in building construction.