California State University, Long Beach
Quest
 

Identity Shift

After 10 years and $44 million, two BUILD grants result in a fundamentally reshaped CSULB.

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Contents

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A Message from The President

Welcome to our 10th anniversary edition of Quest!

Transnational Narratives

Students’ horizons broaden with research opportunities and study abroad in Costa Rica.

Rapidly Intensifying Impacts

Interdisciplinary research seeks to understand water challenges and prepare for their effects.

 

Theories Taking Shape

An early-career grant for a theoretical mathematician brings real-world advantages to students.

Kitchen Confidence

Integrated efforts across campus help students facing food insecurity and give students hands-on research experience.

Sea Change

A cross-discipline collaboration between science and design reveals the hidden lives of sand dollars.

 

Seeing and Being Seen

Research on California’s current high school teachers of ethnic studies reveals a need for a pedagogical focus and humanistic lens.

Spotlight

Credits

President Jane Close Conoley Provost & Senior Vice President Karyn Scissum Gunn Associate Vice President Office of Research & Economic […]

Creative Writing and Creating Space

David Hernandez, Associate Professor of English, explores his shift from art to poetry while mentoring underrepresented students and showcasing his award-winning work.

Connecting The Knots

Dr. Alexander Klotz studies the complex topology of DNA to better understand molecular behavior and involve students in hands-on discovery.

 

Studying True Criminal Justice

Dr. Robert Schug researches the relationship between psychopathology and violent crime, aiming to improve criminal justice system assessments.

Collaborating to Overcome Tribal Transportation Obstacles

A collaborative project led by Dr. Theresa Gregor and Dr. Tyler Reeb explores tribal transportation challenges and supports self-determination through research and collaboration.

Making a Transformative Impact

Dr. Hamid Rahai advances research in wind energy and pollution control, fostering innovation and securing significant grant funding for the College of Engineering.

 

Unveiling Valuable Insights Amid Uncertainty

Dr. HoWook Shin explores how firms handle uncertainty and information gaps to improve strategic decision-making in challenging environments.

Funding Summary

At the forefront of cultivating faculty-student research partnerships, the Office of Research & Economic Development assumes a pivotal role.