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OSU researchers develop new tools to protect Okla’s power grid from flooding

A new study led by Dr. Maha Kenawy, assistant professor at the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, is developing a computational tool to assess the vulnerability of electric transmission infrastructure during severe rainfall events. The project aims to help utilities, emergency managers and policymakers plan and prevent large-scale power disruptions caused by flooding.
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Kara Lab develops new method to improve spacecraft landing safety

Tue, Dec 09, 2025

Dr. Kursat Kara, associate professor in the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, and Ph.D. candidates Shafi Al Salman Romeo and Ashraf Kassem have developed a method to accurately predict the behavior of a space capsule during atmospheric entry. This advance supports safe landings on Earth and other worlds with atmospheres.

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OSU FST receives grant for new mobile fire lab for Advanced Fire Behavior course

Fri, Dec 05, 2025

FST’s Advanced Fire Behavior course, which has been taught for 15 years, will soon be enhanced thanks to an Assistance to Firefighters Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency of more than $196,000 to purchase a new mobile fire lab.

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Two CHE student design teams finish first in AIChE contest

Thu, Dec 04, 2025

Students in the School of Chemical Engineering in the College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology at Oklahoma State University continue to showcase high-level success on the national stage at the AIChE Annual Student Conference in Boston on Nov. 2, 2025.   

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Cowboy Combustion: Pistol Pete's Propulsion Posse pushes OSU propulsion to new heights

Wed, Dec 03, 2025

Pistol Pete’s Propulsion Posse (P4), officially formed in September 2025, is an organization of dedicated students of all majors at OSU who are interested in jet propulsion. Graduate students who have studied under Rouser for several years are mentors in the group, while younger students are exposed to more hands-on opportunities than what was available previously.  

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New VP Marsh looks to enrich student experience and show care for Cowboy family

Thu, Nov 06, 2025

When Dr. Brent Marsh accepted the role of vice president for student affairs at Oklahoma State University, he didn’t just step into a leadership position; he stepped into a community that lives by a creed — one he knows all too well.

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‘I wish I had a country doctor’

Thu, Oct 23, 2025

OSU-COM alumnus James Graham central figure of new documentary ‘Country Doctor’ debuting on HBO Oct. 28.

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Statewide Solutions: CEAT Extension aids all 77 counties from road safety to fire protection

Thu, Oct 02, 2025

Through extension and outreach efforts, CEAT provides training and expertise that impacts all 77 counties in Oklahoma. This benefits the state, holding true to Oklahoma State University’s land-grant mission. CEAT extension impacts the professional preparedness of first responders as well as training for those who upkeep the state’s infrastructure. It also gives students valuable experience for future careers.

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