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Understanding the Cannabis Industry: Kean Launches Innovative Course

Understanding the Cannabis Industry: Kean Launches Innovative Course

Kean University students recently toured a cannabis dispensary as part of a new cannabis course, which dives into its history and biology as well as opportunities within New Jersey's rapidly growing cannabis industry.

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Two Kean Faculty Named Among the World's Top 2% of Scientists

Two Kean Faculty Named Among the World's Top 2% of Scientists

Professor Jennifer Chen, Ed.D., and Assistant Professor Supratik Kar, Ph.D., were named among the most-cited researchers in the world in the 2023 Stanford/Elsevier ranking, reflecting the University's growing research prominence.
Discovering the Power of Fungi: Research at Kean University

Discovering the Power of Fungi: Research at Kean University

Join us as we explore groundbreaking research at Kean University, where scientists are uncovering the potential of fungi to create safer, eco-friendly insecticides. Learn how these unique organisms could revolutionize agriculture and home pest control.

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Kean Computer Science Graduate Makes Jailbreaking Breakthrough

Kean Computer Science Graduate Makes Jailbreaking Breakthrough

Computer science graduate Brendan Hannon ’24 developed a novel approach to testing AI applications like ChatGPT and revealed vulnerabilities that could allow the technology to be misused for unscrupulous purposes.
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Computer Science Student Researcher, Finalist for National Award, Graduating from Kean

Computer Science Student Researcher, Finalist for National Award, Graduating from Kean

Graduating senior Oluwatunmise Alabi’s research has earned her recognition as a finalist for a competitive national computing award and a job offer as a software engineer at Northrop Grumman.
Kean Signals Green Chemistry Commitment with Colorful Lab Coats

Kean Signals Green Chemistry Commitment with Colorful Lab Coats

Kean University is committed to transforming environmental science through green chemistry. The initiative uses tie-dyed lab coats to remind students and faculty to explore more eco-friendly chemicals for lab experiments and adopt sustainable practices to minimize pollution and waste.

Aspiring Physician at Kean Advocates for Diversity in Medicine

Aspiring Physician at Kean Advocates for Diversity in Medicine

Learn about David Graham's inspiring journey at Kean University, from a first-generation student to a leader in the pre-med and biology clubs, advocating for underrepresented students entering healthcare fields.

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Facing the Tide: How Rising Sea Levels Shape Our Future

Facing the Tide: How Rising Sea Levels Shape Our Future

Learn more about rising sea levels, the critical role of dunes along the Jersey Shore and innovative strategies to address climate challenges with Kean Assistant Professor Jun Cheng, Ph.D.
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Farmers and Experts Gather at Kean to Discuss Environmental Justice

Farmers and Experts Gather at Kean to Discuss Environmental Justice

Kean University hosted soybean farmers and biofuel industry experts from across the United States recently for a conference on environmental justice and the potential of biodiesel as a sustainable energy solution. 

Hydroponics Research | Urban Farming

Hydroponics Research | Urban Farming

Kean researchers are studying the best approaches to hydroponics, which allows people in urban communities to grow their own fruits and vegetables indoors while protecting the environment and water resources.