News from the School of STEM
Letting your house burp is good for your health
Originating in Germany, the practice of ‘house burping’ has become viral on social media. Dr. Dan Jaffe, professor in the Department of Physical Sciences, explains the benefits.
February 24, 2026
Workshops in France highlight women in science, Dean Jennifer McLoud-Mann featured
In 2015, Dean Jennifer McLoud-Mann made history as part of a team that discovered the 15th convex pentagon to tile a plane. Ten years later, the discovery continues to be celebrated, making its way to educational workshops in Gironde, France.
February 23, 2026
Investing in student research: strengthening spaces for student–faculty collaboration
Refreshed DISC‑256 and DISC‑352 spaces strengthen research infrastructure and expand access to high‑quality learning.
February 19, 2026
How cloud rendering research led to a dream job
Shortly after graduating, MSCSSE Alumnus Parker Ford, ‘25, got his dream job of being a software engineer. Here’s how he did it.
February 11, 2026
CSSE master’s student gains meaningful experience in app development
Ahead of his graduation in the spring, CSSE master’s student Kris Yu looks back at his journey to app development.
February 3, 2026
STEM highlighted in UW Bothell’s national community engagement honor
The Carnegie Foundation selects UW Bothell for the Community Engagement Classification for the 2026 cycle.
January 27, 2026
Mathematics senior learns about leadership and nation building in Rwanda study abroad program
During a study abroad trip to Rwanda, Mathematics senior Layan Arrabi learned about leadership and nation building.
January 23, 2026
CBIT releases case study in NSF report, “Educating for Impact”
An NSF report features a case study from CBIT highlighting the workforce needs of immunotherapy employers and the two badge credentials we developed to better prepare students for real-world roles.
January 6, 2026
Autumn 2025 Quarterly Crossroads
Autumn 2025 edition, a quarterly newsletter highlighting updates from the dean and stories celebrating ten years of the math REU, marine conservation, Green Chemistry Commitment, CPR robot assistance, STARS students, and much more!
December 5, 2025
Celebrating ten years of the Mathematics Research Experience for Undergraduates program
Founded in 2015, the Mathematics Research Experience for Undergraduates program aims to increase the participation of underrepresented students in STEM and encourage them to go to graduate school. Ten years later, the program continues to welcome students from across the country.
December 4, 2025
