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Dreamscape at Rowan University

Dreamscape Immersive has found a home at Rowan University and the student body and faculty welcome it with open arms.

 

Chun Wu's research lab focuses on computer-aided drug design to develop new pharmaceutical drugs and vaccines.

Unlocking secrets of viral mutation

Dr. Chun Wu's research lab focuses on computer-aided drug design to develop new pharmaceutical drugs and vaccines.

 

Rowan University President Ali A. Houshmand with Dreamscape Learn co-founder and co-chairman Walter Parkes (center) cut the ribbon Tuesday, May 6, to officially open the Dreamscape Learn Center at Campbell Library. From left, Chad Bruner, board chair, Joe Cosgrove and Tom Gallia, trustees; Chris Huff, Dreamscape Learn SVP of Academic Partnerships; Ali Houshmand; Walter Parkes; Nidhal Bouaynaya, associate vice president for artificial intelligence, Rowan University; Tony Lowman, provost, Rowan University; George Lecakes, director for immersive learning and learning, Rowan University. - photo provided by Rowan University

Dreamscape Learn Center with VR-enhanced education

The state-of-the-art facility features two dedicated VR classrooms, each accommodating 30 students and a faculty member.

 

Rowan University President Ali A. Houshmand with Dreamscape Learn co-founder and co-chairman Walter Parkes (center) cut the ribbon Tuesday, May 6, to officially open the Dreamscape Learn Center at Campbell Library.

Rowan University unveils Dreamscape Learn Center

Dreamscape Learn Center at Campbell Library is bringing cinematic storytelling to the heart of college learning

 

Biological sciences major Emily Nelson found her passion for medicine while serving as a first responder.

Cool under pressure: Rowan EMT Emily Nelson aims for medical school

Biological sciences major Emily Nelson found her passion for medicine while serving as a first responder.

 

Nicholas Peppas, Sc.D., delivered the keynote address during Rowan University's Hooding Ceremony.

Just the beginning: Rowan University celebrates newest doctoral graduates

Nicholas Peppas, Sc.D., delivered the keynote address during Rowan University's Hooding Ceremony.

 

Examining the spread of toxic proteins

Maggie Panning Pearce, Ph.D., conducting innovative research to help address neurodegenerative diseases.

 

Psychology professor named Society of Behavioral Medicine Fellow

Danielle Arigo, Ph.D., was inducted during the society’s annual meeting in San Franciso.

New Jersey program points toward bright future in science

Two students from CSM are among the NJ Governor’s STEM Scholars

Building a new antimicrobial medication with inspiration from nature

Greg Caputo, Ph.D., received $474,363 NIH grant to support this important work.

Professor Marina Bogush (right) and lab technician Ent Natale assist Kylie Oliver (second from right) and Paige Baldwin in a new honors biology course to discover unknown bacteriophages.

Rowan undergraduates make novel contributions to research in biological sciences

Marina Bogush, Ph.D., leading the charge on new SEA-PHAGES program

Celebrated climate scientist to lead Dean's Distinguished Speaker February 24

Upcoming event about the gravity of the climate crisis.

Helga Huntley sits in front of laptop with ocean map behind

Using math to understand currents

Helga Huntley, Ph.D., uses mathematics to measure and better understand dynamic natural environments, like the ocean.

Nathaniel Nucci (center) works alongside student researchers

Tiny interactions within cells may point toward better medications

To improve medications for diseases, Nathaniel Nucci, Ph.D. wants to know how life works at its smallest level—the molecule.