All Articles
All Articles
Using artificial intelligence to evaluate newborn health
Much can be learned about the health of both a mother and her newborn by examining the placenta. Penn State faculty developed and patented software to evaluate a placenta with only a photograph, and they are working to improve and disseminate their innovation to people who need it.
Human Development and Family Studies degree helped Wholesome co-creator develop her entrepreneurial spirit
Entrepreneurship is often associated with emergent technology and raising money, but one recent Penn State graduate turned her entrepreneurial spirit toward helping people create a sense of well-being and community.
COVID-19 pandemic affects outdoor recreation
Research led by Penn State’s Department of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management shows that 20 percent of Americans began regularly participating in outdoor recreation during the COVID-19 pandemic, while 13 percent of Americans stopped.
In the Media: Understanding how humans meet their water needs
Asher Rosinger works to understand how humans meet their water needs and how this relates to health, the environment, and more. He has received extensive media coverage and professional recognition for this work.
HHD faculty members named Distinguished Professors
The College of Health and Human Development celebrates three members of its faculty who have recently been named distinguished professors. The title of distinguished professor, bestowed by Penn State's Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs, recognizes outstanding academic contribution to the University.
- « Previous
- 1
- 2
Stay Up to Date with
the Latest NewsÂ
HHD Volunteer Opportunities
Follow Us
Stay connected with Health and Human Development and learn about the latest college research, alumni programs, student news, and more.