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Susy Kohout, PhD, associate professor of biomedical sciences at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, has been named a 2025 Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science—one of the highest honors in the scientific community—recognizing her impactful research in biophysics and cellular signaling. She is only the third faculty member in Rowan University history to receive this distinction, underscoring both her individual achievement and the growing strength of CMSRU’s research enterprise.

The transformative impact of scientific inquiry on health, well-being and society was on display during Rowan University’s annual Research Day.

Rowan Radio 89.7 WGLS-FM collected two Gracie Awards from the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation on Monday. The Rowan Report Election Night Special won a Gracie Award in the student division’s Best Crisis Coverage/Breaking News category. The live three-hour program covered key election races including the New Jersey gubernatorial contest between Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill.

Immigration policy has become one of the most consequential and politically charged issues facing New Jersey. With nearly a quarter of the state’s residents born outside of the United States, changes in federal immigration enforcement are no longer distant developments, they are felt immediately in communities across the state. In this environment, lawmakers, municipal leaders and residents are navigating a complex and contentious landscape. To help clarify the key dynamics at play, Rowan University’s Ben Dworkin, director of RIPPAC offers insight into the legal, political and practical forces shaping New Jersey’s immigration debate.

What can 3D printed cells tell us about healing and cancer? Meet Andrea Vernengo, a chemical engineer researching new therapies based on the messages cells send and receive.

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University’s Class of 2026 celebrated Match Day with a 100% residency placement rate, continuing the school’s record of exceeding national averages. More than half of graduates matched into primary care, with many remaining in New Jersey or training at top institutions nationwide.

With anticipation building and envelopes in hand, members of the Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine’s Class of 2026 gathered at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Cherry Hill on Friday, March 20, to take part in one of the most defining moments of their medical education: Match Day.

Rowan University marked a major milestone in its research enterprise Wednesday as leaders from Rowan, Virtua Health and local government gathered to cut the ribbon on the new Virtua Health College Research Center, an advanced facility designed to accelerate biomedical discovery and innovation in South Jersey.

Proper dental care can keep the pet in your life healthy and happy - but where do pet owners begin? Rowan Today writers sat down with Dr. Han Chia, clinical assistant professor of dentistry and oral surgery at Rowan University’s Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine to get the do’s and don’ts of caring for your pet’s teeth. As a DVM passionate about veterinary dental education for students and pet owners alike, Dr. Chia clears up common misconceptions and explains why proactive dental care is essential for every pet lover.

Rowan University and Holy Name’s Sister Claire Tynan School of Nursing announced their dual-enrollment partnership for students pursuing nursing education. The program allows Holy Name nursing students to complete Rowan courses while enrolled in the Registered Nurse (RN) or Practical Nurse (PN) diploma programs. Upon diploma completion, RN students can seamlessly progress to Rowan’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program through Rowan Online.