USC Dornsife News

Hanna Reisler Celebrated

Tue, 2 Apr 2013 08:45:00 -0500

A Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE) symposium honoring Hanna Reisler showcased the professor of chemistry and research from women scientists and engineers at USC.

The Little Enzyme That Could

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 10:50:00 -0500

The Secrets of Nitrogenase, the video breaks down the complex science behind the nitrogenase enzyme." title="Candy Hwang, chemistry doctoral student in USC Dornsife, is depicted in a video she created with USC School of Cinematic Arts animators, which picked up two awards in a recent National Science Foundation competition. Titled, The Secrets of Nitrogenase, the video breaks down the complex science behind the nitrogenase enzyme." /> USC Dornsife doctoral student Candy Hwang wins two top NSF awards for a video that dissects the chemistry behind the nitrogenase enzyme that produces ammonia from nitrogen in the atmosphere.

Jumping Off the Page

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 11:25:00 -0500

Rather than explain in writing the science behind her research, USC Dornsife chemistry doctoral candidate Candy Hwang has used animation in a National Science Foundation contest.

Academic Accolades from France

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 08:50:00 -0500

Chevalier (Knight) in the Ordre des Palmes Académiques (Order of Academic Palms), with (from left) incoming USC Dornsife Dean Steve Kay; USC Executive Vice Provost Michael Quick; and Chi Mak, professor and chair of chemistry in USC Dornsife. Photo courtesy of the Consulate General of France in Los Angeles." title="Charles McKenna, professor of chemistry and vice dean for natural sciences in USC Dornsife (third from left), wears his decoration recognizing him as a Chevalier (Knight) in the Ordre des Palmes Académiques (Order of Academic Palms), with (from left) incoming USC Dornsife Dean Steve Kay; USC Executive Vice Provost Michael Quick; and Chi Mak, professor and chair of chemistry in USC Dornsife. Photo courtesy of the Consulate General of France in Los Angeles." /> In recognition of his scientific achievements and academic partnerships, USC Dornsife's Charles McKenna is knighted by France.

Mancall, McKenna and Wood Named USC Dornsife Academic Domain Vice Deans

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 10:40:00 -0500

Incoming dean Steve Kay announces key appointments and changes to the dean’s cabinet including three academic domain vice deans and USC Dornsife’s first vice dean for institutional affairs, Dani Byrd.

Une Collaboration Parfaite

Fri, 28 May 2010 11:18:00 -0500

USC College’s Charles McKenna wins competitive award and embarks on research with two French institutions on the creation of a novel contraceptive drug.

Teaching With Technology Prize Winners

Tue, 11 May 2010 09:20:00 -0500

USC College's Colin Keaveney and Charles McKenna received their awards at the fourth Teaching With Technology Conference.