As West Virginians receive the COVID-19 vaccine at record rates, citizens credit the power of medical science for making that shot in the arm possible. 

But there’s a different kind of science that is driving a critical, yet less recognized role in the state’s vaccine rollout: data science.

We are living in a data explosion — and the amount of information that is created and shared every single day is mind blowing.

The dramatic availability of data is a critical game-changer for many industries, butdata is meaningless unless there’s an interpreter— someone who can gather the data, identify trends, and

STEM: It stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Innovators educated in STEM fields are largely responsible for launching the United States as a global leader.

But due to a lack of STEM students, graduates, and leaders, there won’t be enough qualified professionals to fill the many up-and-coming STEM career positions. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects that there will be more than nine million

Robotics is a sophisticated branch of technology that blends disciplines like computer science, engineering, information technology, and cyber-physical systems to create and evaluate intelligent machines that are capable of working in tandem with or in place of humans.

As technology continues to advance, an increasing number of industries reap the benefits of robotics technology. From smart infrastructure to intelligent transportation, from exploration to sustainable agriculture, robotics...

West Virginia University’s Robotics program is led by talented professionals who lead, collaborate, and inspire graduate students who are passionate about the field of robotics engineering. Fueled by a spirit of innovation, the Robotics program is designed to perpetuate technological advancements in the field of robotics engineering.

We had the opportunity to speak with one PhD candidate at WVU who is participating in the

"STEM education generates critical thinkers and promotes innovations that lead to novel ideas, products, and new technology — which is very important for the sustainable economic growth of this country."

That's what Sobhit Singh, a PhD graduate of West Virginia University's Physics program, had to say about what drove him to pursue a doctorate degree in this particularly complex field.

We dug a little deeper and asked Sobhit about his experience at WVU, how he plans on promoting innovation in...

External funding for research and other sponsored programs atWest Virginia Universitytotaled $181.4 million this past fiscal year — a University record that bucks a downward trend that sees higher ed grappling with dwindling resources. 

“Our record-breaking numbers reflect the commitment of our faculty, staff and partners to continue elevating the research profile of

West Virginia is short on neurologists. According toDavid Watson, who directs theWest Virginia UniversityHeadache Center, the state has just half of the neurologists it needs. This scarcity can cause problems for people with migraine whose primary physicians aren’t trained or equipped to treat (or even diagnose) their more complicated cases.

A recent study Watson conducted withUmer Najib, the director of WVU’sHeadache Medicine Fellowship Program, andMelissa Moore, aneurologyresident in...

The field of physical therapy is an appropriate fit for mission-minded, ambitious, forward-thinking, and intelligent professionals. It's a highly demanding field, but for those dedicated to applying themselves to an advanced STEM education — and who want to help others live happier, healthier lives — a Doctor of Physical Therapy program could be the perfect fit.

Let's dive a little deeper and learn more about the field of PT along with what sets West Virginia University's Doctor of Physical...

“The future of the economy is in STEM … that’s where the jobs of tomorrow will be,” said James Brown, the executive director of the STEM Education Coalition in Washington D.C.

STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and if you're looking for a strong return on investment (ROI), consider getting an advanced STEM education.