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Scientists from the five member campuses focus on agriculture and basic and clinical science research that will lead to health improvement, especially in the area of tobacco-related diseases. The Arkansas Biosciences Institute (ABI) encompasses collaborative research efforts of five institutions through agricultural and medical research in order to improve the health of Arkansans. The ABI was crea

ted as the major research component of the Tobacco Settlement Proceeds Act of 2000 (sometimes referred to as Initiated Act I), which was approved in general election by 64% of Arkansas voters.

Dr. Drew Fleming, associate professor of mechanical engineering, is co-editor of a special issue of the ASME Journal of ...
09/03/2026

Dr. Drew Fleming, associate professor of mechanical engineering, is co-editor of a special issue of the ASME Journal of Tribology which focused on orthopedics and biotribology, the multidisciplinary study of friction, wear and lubrication in biological systems. This issue collected 18 contributions ranging from materials development for implants to the contact mechanics of the human body. Fleming worked with co-editors from four other prominent institutions. The issue is online: https://asmedigitalcollection.asme.org/tribology/issue/148/5

Dr. Cameron Wimpy, associate professor of political science and department chair, was selected by the Oxford Martin Scho...
09/01/2026

Dr. Cameron Wimpy, associate professor of political science and department chair, was selected by the Oxford Martin School at the University of Oxford as an Inaugural Fellow in the AI Upskilling for Social Scientists program, part of the Martin School’s AI Governance Initiative. Wimpy will study the relationship between AI and authoritarian politics and democratic backsliding. After online workshops, he will travel to Oxford in the fall for the program.

Dr. Alexandr Sokolov, assistant professor of engineering management and program director, has been named Fellow in the A...
08/27/2026

Dr. Alexandr Sokolov, assistant professor of engineering management and program director, has been named Fellow in the American Society for Engineering Management (ASEM).

The designation is for individuals who have shown long‑term commitment to the Society and made exceptional contributions to the engineering management profession. Candidates must have at least eight years of ASEM membership and must show significant accomplishment in two key areas. Active ASEM Fellows make final selections after nomination reviews.

08/10/2026

Exciting to see how A-State continues to invest in our faculty and grow our research enterprise!

We're happy to announce the publication of the ABI Annual Report 2026. Explore our achievements, impact, and priorities ...
07/07/2026

We're happy to announce the publication of the ABI Annual Report 2026.

Explore our achievements, impact, and priorities for the year in the full report:https://arbiosciences.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/44/2026/06/2026-ABI-Annual-Report_accessible.pdf

A day of milestones for A-State. ❤️🖤Happy New Fiscal Year 2027! Wishing everyone a successful year ahead.
07/01/2026

A day of milestones for A-State. ❤️🖤

Happy New Fiscal Year 2027! Wishing everyone a successful year ahead.

Congratulations to Dr. Argelia Lorence, Professor of Metabolic Engineering, on being honored at the Research Excellence ...
06/25/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Argelia Lorence, Professor of Metabolic Engineering, on being honored at the Research Excellence Award Luncheon 2026 for being named an AR Latino Hall of Fame Awardee for 2026!

This prestigious recognition honors her exceptional leadership, scholarly excellence, and lasting impact in the field of metabolic engineering and the broader scientific community.

Congratulations to Dr. Chiqian Zhang, Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering, on being honored at the Research Excelle...
06/23/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Chiqian Zhang, Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering, on being honored at the Research Excellence Award Luncheon 2026 for being a prolific proposal submitter in 2025, having submitted four research proposals during the year.

This reflects strong dedication to advancing research activity, securing competitive funding opportunities, and strengthening the institution’s research enterprise.

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