COSAM Clinical Shadowing steering committee

A look into the inaugural year of COSAM's Clinical Shadowing Program.

November 11, 2026

headshots of Chris Coger and Winston Solsrud

National laboratory collaborations will connect Chris Coger and Winston Solsrud with specialized expertise, facilities and mentorship to advance their thesis research.

November 10, 2026

Movie posters representing each dicsipline in Auburn

The 2026 Research and Innovation Celebration recognized COSAM's $27 million in research accomplishments and honored faculty, students and staff for their contributions to scientific discovery. The event also highlighted the importance of collaboration and the people behind research.

November 06, 2026

Aubie receives a sonogram at Dr. Mad

More than 250 children and volunteers came together for Auburn's Jr. Mad Scientist event, exploring STEM through hands-on, Halloween-themed activities and demonstrations.

November 02, 2026

agar art

Auburn students explored the creative side of microbiology through a Halloween-themed agar art event that combined science, art and hands-on experimentation.

October 30, 2026

Courtney points at a blue signal displayed on a monitor while two colleagues watch.

Auburn's investment in a specialized attosecond lab supports cutting-edge research into the quantum world while giving students hands-on experience they can carry into science and industry after graduation.

October 29, 2026

Regions-Auburn Date Hackathon Contest

The inaugural Data Hackathon brought together students to develop data-driven solutions to a real-world lending challenge. The competition gave hands-on experience in data science, ethical decision-making and problem-solving while strengthening connections between Auburn and industry partners.

October 26, 2026

A group of people holding a blue ribbon as it is being cut with scissors.

Auburn University marked the debut of its $224 million STEM + Agricultural Sciences Complex on Oct. 23, officially opening the doors to the largest academic construction project in university history and a transformational new hub for teaching, research and innovation.

October 23, 2026

STEM teacher

Science and engineering fair professional development is equipping Alabama teachers with the resources and confidence to guide future STEM leaders. With one training a domino effect occurs inspiring countless students and educators, demonstrating how one opportunity can create a lasting impact.

October 22, 2026

teachers at a professional development training

Invention Convention Alabama helps students build confidence, develop problem-solving skills and discover their potential while expanding invention education across Alabama.

October 21, 2026

A speaker in a bright yellow jacket gestures while presenting with a handheld microphone and remote.

At Auburn's Southern Educational Robotics Conference, aerospace engineer Tinesha “T-Bone” Ross urged educators to remember how their words can shape students' futures. The annual gathering connected robotics educators with new ideas and resources and honored Tracy Wright for expanding access to robotics education.

October 15, 2026

Biology lab

Auburn undergraduate researcher Grace Britt helped uncover how methane-producing microorganisms regulate a rare amino acid, offering new insight into how these organisms adapt and make proteins. Her experience highlights how undergraduate research can contribute to scientific discovery while building skills that shape students' future careers.

October 13, 2026

graduate student looks at samples through a microscope

Auburn University researchers and collaborators discovered evidence that a key molecule involved in inflammation, interleukin-1, evolved much earlier than scientists previously thought. The researchers are uncovering new clues about the evolution of animal immune systems and potential connections to human health.

October 09, 2026

middle schoolers looking through scientific classes

More than 1,000 students and teachers from 20 schools across Alabama gathered for the seventh annual Destination STEM Expo. The event was hosted by Auburn's College of Sciences and Mathematics and engaged Alabama youth in hands-on STEM activities.

October 08, 2026

Rural Medicine Program students at white coat ceremony

Celebrating 20 years of the Rural Medicine Program at Auburn University 

October 06, 2026

three people stand smiling on a football field with flowers and aubie the tiger

COSAM student and Auburn's Miss Homecoming reflects on community service, a future in medicine and making the most of senior year.

October 06, 2026

graduate students play the invisible instrument, theremin

More than 400 Auburn fans experienced physics in action at the annual Physics Tailgate, where hands-on demonstrations brought scientific concepts to life.

September 29, 2026

Discipline-Based Education Research (DBER) team

Auburn University is taking a big-picture approach to understanding how students learn STEM. A new NSF award will bring nine graduate researchers to campus and strengthen Auburn's growing community of Discipline-Based Education Research (DBER)scholars.

September 23, 2026

laboratory beakers

Laboratory Sciences investment strengthens rural healthcare across Alabama

September 21, 2026

Artistic illuminated honeybee nest data

Auburn's “Hives Alive” exhibit transforms honeybee research data into an immersive art installation. The exhibit offers visitors a new way to experience the science behind honeybee nests.

September 16, 2026

a group of women smiling outdoors

A four-year grant received by Associate Professor Cissy Ballen furthers research on how scientific role models affect student perceptions of scientists

September 15, 2026

Biological Sciences faculty members Tonia Schwartz, Wendy Hood, Adriana Avila-Flores and Beth Schwartz stand together outside, from left.

College of Sciences and Mathematics researchers combine nanomedicine, evolutionary physiology, immunology and genomics to explore how biological variation may shape responses to emerging therapeutics

September 14, 2026

a student looks at a touch screen

New project will bring educators, families and researchers together to build a more trustworthy AI tool for Earth science education

September 08, 2026

two men shake hands as one receives an award

Physicist Chen Shi's research explores solar winds, geomagnetic activity and the space weather that can affect life on Earth

September 07, 2026

professor and students working in lab

Using laser spectroscopy, the Grieco Lab looks inside everyday materials to reveal properties that could shape future technologies

September 04, 2026