"Postdocs need strong networks—community makes all the difference."
Boyoon Chang, a postdoc in the Arthur L. Irving Institute and Dartmouth Postdoc Association executive board member, exploresthe intersection of energy, data, and economics. In this spotlight, Boyoon share insights on research, science policy, and life at Dartmouth. Learn more.
New Research Shows Neonatal HSV Infections May Lead to Long-Term Cognitive Impairment
Abigail Dutton (MD/PhD candidate) and Evelyn Turnbaugh (PhD candidate), both studying microbiology and immunology, research how early herpes simplex virus (HSV) exposure in infant mice affects cognitive decline. Their work explores links to Alzheimer’s and the protective potential of maternal vaccination. Learn more.
1,000-Year-Old Chacoan Road Discovered Using Lasers
Using advanced lidar technology, Robert Weiner, a postdoctoral fellow in the religion department, has uncovered a 1,000-year-old Chacoan road in New Mexico that aligns with the winter solstice sunrise. This finding sheds new light on the astronomical and ritual significance of Chacoan infrastructure. Read more on LiveScience.com.
Arctic Policy Expert Challenges Shipping Myths
Melody Brown Burkins, (Guarini ’95, ’98) director of the Institute of Arctic Studies at Dartmouth, was featured in article about science policy and Arctic diplomacy. She critiques overhyped claims about Arctic shipping routes, emphasizing the challenges of infrastructure and harsh polar conditions. Read the article in Scientific American.
Postdoc Spotlight: Tom Zdyrski
Mathematics postdoc Tom Zdyrski, who studies evolutionary game theory, was recently elected to the Dartmouth Postdoc Association’s executive board. Read about his research, career goals, and commitment to supporting the postdoc community. Learn more.
"Postdocs need strong networks—community makes all the difference."
Boyoon Chang, a postdoc in the Arthur L. Irving Institute and Dartmouth Postdoc Association executive board member, exploresthe intersection of energy, data, and economics. In this spotlight, Boyoon share insights on research, science policy, and life at Dartmouth. Learn more.
