Kellar Autumn, professor of biology and department chair, discussed bio-inspired innovation on an episode of Nova, which aired on PBS on February 9.
Autumn is an expert in biomaterials and biomechanics. His discovery of the mechanism of adhesion in geckos has received worldwide attention and led to the invention of novel nanostructured adhesives.
The Nova episode, “Making Stuff: Smarter,” focuses on scientists who are turning to nature in developing a new generation of materials. New York Times technology reporter David Pogue hosts the four-part “Making Stuff” series, which explores materials that will shape our feature. View the episode below.
Greg Hermann, professor of biology, has secured a $414,000 grant from the National Institutes of Health to unravel how the size of organelles impacts overall cell function in a worm model. This deep dive into the basic workings of cells may lead to future applications in medicine.
As the 2024 election cycles nears the finish line, L&C students pack into courses on campaign strategy and presidential politics, ready to explore what’s beyond the media narratives.
Lewis & Clark enters the second year of its engagement with the Portland Art Museum’s paid college internship program, an opportunity for students to facilitate interactive K-12 group visits in the galleries.
L&C’s theatre and music departments team up to present Into the Woods, an award-winning musical that reimagines fairy-tale characters on intertwining quests. The show opens November 1, with performances running on select days through November 9.