COSAM Today

Tuesday, June 29, 2021

Auburn biophysicist uses one of the fastest computers in the South in the fight against COVID-19
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Auburn biophysicist uses one of the fastest computers in the South in the fight against COVID-19

“My research focuses on molecular dynamics,” Bernardi explained. “I look at problems impacting our health at the protein level.” Adding that at “each of the protein complexes that we study can have millions of atoms, requiring the best available computers to obtain results in a timely manner.”

 



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A conversation with Mark Liles - II
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A conversation with Mark Liles - II

CONVERGE’s Conversation with Mark Liles is a “story behind the story” look at how his groundbreaking research has yielded solutions to complex challenges as well as opportunities for commercialization. Presented in two installments, what follows is part two of our conversation.

 



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DNA of Auburn Oak leaves is isolated
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DNA of Auburn Oak leaves is isolated

“At HudsonAlpha, the cells of the leaves were broken down and then the DNA was isolated for analysis,” said Alex Harkess. “Next, we’ll generate raw genome sequencing data that students in several graduate and undergraduate courses will analyze.”

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Students design games for the community
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Students design games for the community

At the pond at the Davis Arboretum, you’ll find an educational game made by Auburn University students for the entire community.

 

In the College of Architecture, Design and Construction, Professor Charlene LeBleu developed this interesting class project for her Spring 2021 students.

 

“This game is an opportunity for students to have real-world applications of the subject matter they are learning,” Le Bleu said.

 

With names like Kingfisher, Betty Betty Bloom, Gumball, Hunting Bigfoot, Squirrel v. Chipmunk, Wildlife Paparazzi and many more, these games are fun for the entire family.



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