Abstract Preparation and low voltage induced bending (converse flexoelectricity) of crosslinked poly(ethylene glycol) diacrylate (PEGDA), modified with thiosiloxane (TS) and ionic liquid (1-hexyl-3-methylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate) (IL) are reported. In between 2µm PEDOT:PSS electrodes at 1 V, it provides durable (95% retention under 5000 cycles) and relatively fast (2 s switching time) actuation with the second largest strain observed so far in ionic electro-active polymers (iEAPs). In between 40 nm gold electrodes under 8 V DC voltage, the film can be completely curled up (270° bending...
Recognizing that yesteryear’s movers and shakers provide courage and inspiration for today’s strivers and leaders, we celebrate Women’s History Month every March. Strong women from history are foundational to the story of today’s contemporary women. Recognizing the achievements of women in all facets of life — science, community, government, literature, art, sports, medicine — has a huge impact on the development of self-respect and new opportunities for girls and young women. Growing out of a small-town school event in California, Women’s History Month now celebrates women’s contributions ...
Just like the research that goes into understanding and applying a complicated concept like biodesign, holding an entire symposium devoted to it is no small undertaking. So, when a world-renowned scholar on the subject agreed to come do some of the heavy lifting, ºÚÁÏÍø was elated to welcome her.
 Kent State is pleased and grateful to announce Rachel Armstrong, Ph.D., of Newcastle University in the U.K. as keynote speaker for the 7th Annual Environmental Science and Design Symposium, themed "Biodesign: Designing with Life for Environmental Sustainability." Armstrong, Pro...
Kent State Tuscarawas will host Parent Night on Tuesday, March 10, from 6–7 p.m. at the Science and Advanced Technology Center. Parents of students in middle and high school are invited to join us for an informative hour to have questions about college answered. Admissions experts will discuss tips for choosing and applying to colleges. Information will be shared about when and how to register for ACT testing. Financial aid specialists will be available to share the basics of applying for financial aid and scholarships. In addition, information will be provided about programs that allow ...
Campus Executive Chef, Billy Edmondson, will be competing in two culinary challenges in March. The first will be the 2020 NACUFS Midwest Culinary Challenge taking place at the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana on March 8th. At this culinary challenge, he will get to showcase his talents and represent ºÚÁÏÍø against other university chefs. Individual competitors will face off against the clock to prepare a creative entree, featuring the mandatory ingredients, Cornish hen and black beluga lentils, to create a nutritionally balanced plate. The winners of eac...
In early February, scientists reported the hottest temperature on record in Antarctica: 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Studies show climate change is disproportionately affecting the poles, warming them faster than anywhere else on Earth, and raising questions about what kinds of changes we can expect in arctic ecosystems as temperatures rise. 
 A ºÚÁÏÍø biologist has teamed up with some colleagues in an inter-institutional effort to answer some of those questions.
 Lauren Kinsman-Costello, assistant professor of biological sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences, will spend th...
Cherie Bronkar, ºÚÁÏÍø at Tuscarawas library director, student government advisor and public relations, was recently selected as one of the ºÚÁÏÍø Women’s Center 2020 Mothers, Mentors and Muses. Mothers, Mentors and Muses is theWomen’s Center's signature event that recognizes ºÚÁÏÍø female-identifying faculty or staff who have made a significant difference in the life of a student or colleague. More than 400 women across the university have received this honor. Bronkar will be recognized as being significantly instrumental in the lives of stud...
If you’ve ever felt stuck somewhere between your job and your ideal career because you’re too busy making a living to go back to college, you’ll understand Restituto "Tuto" Velarde’s position. Thankfully, ºÚÁÏÍø’s Twinsburg Academic Center provided a bridge so he could get to the other side. Tuto, BSN ‘18, RN, is a rehab registered nurse, caring for patients with severe traumatic brain injuries and strokes. He finds it remarkably rewarding to participate in patients’ recovery while also teaching clinicals to nursing students. Not long ago, he couldn’t imagine being able ...