Algae is not that exciting to look at. The green blob does not seem like it is up to much, but it’s actually busy all day long — converting sunlight to energy. That energy can be used to create fuel,…
Drops of Jupiter — Liberal studies senior project aims to inspire the next generation of scientists
Four students spent the summer listening to storms on Jupiter. Now, they’re seeing how they can implement their project at a local elementary school.
Students develop solar-powered freezer to help struggling countries
Located in the far reaches of Cal Poly’s agriculture fields, the Student Experimental Farm is home to interesting and innovative ideas. In the summer of 2016, an idea blossomed in the farm that may one day reach across the globe.…
SLO Smash Community builds friendships beyond the screen
Smashbro club comes together as a gaming community.
Crocs, urine and one professor’s sustainable lifestyle
In an attempt to leave a small carbon footprint, Cal Poly physics professor Peter Schwartz pees on his trees instead of using fresh water.
Quick Talk with Award-Winning Graduates
Cal Poly has a reputation for producing some of the top graduates in the state, but who are the top of the top?
Cal Poly contributes to computer research
A Cal Poly research team is working on one of the final steps to build the world’s first large-scale quantum computer. If the results turn out as expected, physics assistant professor Katharina Gillen’s research could be the missing key. “It…
Students get physical with particles
A group of Cal Poly students are working in Europe trying to find the missing link in particle physics, while operating the world’s largest science experiment.
Speaker outlines possible solutions to climate change
Barbara Levi, co-editor of the book “Global Warming: Physics and Facts” talked to students about the causes, concerns and possible solutions to climate change.