Illinois Tech Lewis College of Science and Letters

Meet Matthew Smith, our new Assistant Professor of Biology, who is blending neuroscience, ecology, and AI to study how brain differences in bees help them survive stressors like climate change. Stay tuned for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at his experiment in action during the Biology Department Takeover this December! ???? #Biology #FacultySpotlight #LewisCollegeofScienceandLetters

With finals around the corner, it’s a great time for a check-in! How’s everyone managing the end-of-semester workload? Share your go-to strategies for balance and relaxation! #LewisCollegeOfScienceAndLetters

Personalized nutrition is closer than ever! Illinois Tech’s Center for Nutrition Research is teaming up with Northwestern University and University of Chicago on a groundbreaking $200 million NIH-funded study to find what foods work best for you. By gathering data from 9,000 people and using AI to predict the best diets, this research could transform our approach to nutrition, health, and wellness. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3Z0n4Dp #NutritionScience #LewisCollegeofScienceandLetters

Why study public policy at a tech-focused university? Illinois Tech’s B.S. in Public Policy blends policy knowledge with a technology focus, preparing students to tackle issues such as climate change, AI ethics, and social justice. Public policy majors work alongside leaders in tech, engineering, and law to create real-world solutions. Ready to make an impact? Discover potential career paths and how this program helps build practical skills. Explore more here: https://bit.ly/4erlMG0 #PublicPolicy #TechAndPolicy #LewisCollegeofScienceandLetters

Could nuclear energy be the answer to AI’s growing power needs? Illinois Tech’s Professor Jeff Terry shares his perspective as Three Mile Island, the site of a historic nuclear incident, reopens to power Microsoft’s data centers. This bold move might be just the start of a new trend in energy. Get the full story and see what’s driving this shift: https://bit.ly/3CaY6by #NuclearPower #AI #Microsoft #LewisCollegeofScienceandLetters

Wrapping up Psychology Department Takeover Week with a student organization spotlight! ?? Meet Yohana Alcala, president of ARCA (American Rehabilitation Counseling Association), and learn about her journey in advocacy and support for students. Discover more about ARCA’s mission at the link in our bio! #PsychologyDepartment #ARCA #StudentOrgSpotlight #LewisCollegeofScienceandLetters

Meet Associate Department Chair Dr. Kristina Bauer! As part of our Psychology Department Takeover, she’s discussing her specialty Industrial-Organizational Psychology and her journey in the field. ??? Stay tuned—more exciting insights are coming your way during Psychology Takeover Week! #FacultySpotlight #LewisCollegeofScienceandLetters #Psychology #IOPsych

Starting our Psychology Department Takeover with Department Chair Jon Larson and Associate Department Chair Dr. Kristina Bauer! With a shared passion for research and student success, Professor Larson and Dr. Bauer lead the way in exploring the fascinating world of psychology. When they’re not advancing the field, you’ll find them actively supporting students and fostering discovery. ??? Stay tuned this week as we dive deeper into all things Psychology! #LewisCollegeofScienceandLetters #Psychology

Explore the Illinois Tech Food Science and Nutrition Seminar Series! Access expert-led presentations on cutting-edge research and innovations in food safety, nutrition science, and more. These sessions are available to watch anytime on our website. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g72NKE2S #LewisCollegeofScienceandLetters #FoodScience