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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Join the Mellon College of Science on Sept. 29 at 4:30 p.m. for a fireside chat with MIT Professor and Moderna Co-Founder Robert S. Langer, a renowned engineer, biomedical researcher and inventor. He is the most cited engineer in history. Learn more: events.cmu.edu/mcs/event/34...

A graphic with a photo of Robert S. Langer that says, "Mellon College of Science fireside Chat with Robert S. Langer. Institute Professor, MIT."

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Welcome back to all of our students! We wish you the best for the fall semester!

A graphic of a Scotty dog with the text, "Welcome Back Students! The 2026-2027 Academic Year Starts Today."

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Welcome to the Class of 2030+! We’re so excited you’re here!

An image that says, "Welcome to Carnegie Mellon University Class of 2030+ from the Mellon College of Science." It contains images representing four departments: Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematical Sciences and Physics.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Professor Wes Pegden spoke at the National Museum of Mathematics, where he showed how randomly cut up geometric regions can have a big impact on real-world problems, like detecting gerrymandered political districts. #MathSky

Wes Pegden stands in front of an image that shows a myriad of gerrymandered districts. Image courtesy of the National Museum of Mathematics.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Fields Medalist and @princeton.edu Professor June Huh shared his groundbreaking work on volume polynomials with @cmu.edu and University of Pittsburgh students and faculty in a joint colloquium, sponsored by Jane Street. #MathSky

June Huh speaks with Prasad Tetali during a talk at Carnegie Mellon.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Looking forward to graduation? So are we, and we’re looking back at past commencement weekends! See some highlights.

Three graduating students stand outside in Gesling Stadium. They smile at the camera.

A graduating student grins as she holds her diploma. A professor watches her and smiles. In the background, there is a red banner for Carnegie Mellon University's Mellon College of Science.

A group of graduating students claps during a graduation ceremony.

Dean Barbara Shinn-Cunningham hugs a graduating student. In the background, there is a tartan pattern.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Spring Carnival might be over, but we've got an encore! Take a look at some photos from the weekend!

Barbara Shinn-Cunningham, the Glen de Vries Dean of the Mellon College of Science, gets doused with water while wearing a dolphin costume. She is laughing.

Carrie Doonan, teaching professor and director of undergraduate research for the Mellon College of Science Department of Biological Sciences, makes a heart with her hands at a student.

Three people smile and laugh during a Department of Physics gathering.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

Donate to Douse-a-Dean to help the Pennsylvania Special Olympics, the largest sports organization for people with intellectual disabilities. give.specialolympicspa.org/team/812874

An artist's drawing of a loudspeaker. The text says, "20206 Douse-A-Dean Fundraiser. MCS! Let's get loud!"

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

CMU's Spring Carnival is almost here — April 9-11. While we prepare for next week's fun, take a look back at some moments from past Carnivals!

Barbara Shinn-Cunningham gets doused during Douse-A-Dean.

Maggie Blair lays inside of a buggy as she gets ready to get pushed up and down a series of hills during CMU Buggy.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

This week, CMU will host the 2026 Math Kangaroo competition, welcoming local K–12 students to campus to tackle creative mathematics challenges and connect with peers who love problem solving. cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

A cartoon kangaroo works on math problems in front of Carnegie Mellon University's Wean Hall. Classic math equations can be seen over the top of the image. Illustrated by Matthew Salyers

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

CMU physicists have confirmed a key piece of a decades‑old theory about Yang‑Lee critical points, using modern quantum methods to refine our understanding of phase transitions. Their work advances ideas that influence fields from quantum computing to polymer physics. 🧪⚛️ www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

Applications for the Data Analytics for Science Immersion Experience (DASIE) are open! DASIE allows undergraduate students from any outside institution to gain hands-on training and mentorship. Learn more and apply: www.cmu.edu/mcs/academic...

A group of more than two dozen undergraduate students and professors sit on built-in risers next to a flight of stairs.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

Professors Manfred Paulini and Valentina Dutta joined their fellow @cmsexperiment.bsky.social collaborators in Seoul, South Korea, for a weeklong meeting on the latest developments at CERN.

Manfred Paulini and Valentina Dutta perform Gangnam Style in front of the Gangnam Style statue in Seoul, South Korea. they smile at the camera.

A photo of equipment at CERN that says, "CMS Week 2025. Seoul Korea. 8-12 December 2025."

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Join us at 6 p.m. today at McConomy Auditorium for the COSMO25 Public Lecture featuring cosmologist Edward “Rocky” Kolb from the University of Chicago. He will present “The Quantum and the Cosmos," a fascinating journey into how quantum phenomena shaped the universe. events.cmu.edu/event/26271-...

A picture of a stretch of fence in front of an aluminum-faced library. The fence has the word COSMO25 painted on it surrounded by stars.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

75 years ago, CMU alumnus John Nash laid the foundation for game theory, influencing fields from business strategy to computer science. His contributions earned him the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 1994 and remain a cornerstone of modern decision-making. www.cmu.edu/.../news.../...

An older man wearing a mortarboard and graduation gown.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

Elizabeth Lee, a first-year Ph.D. student in Neural Computation, has been awarded CMU’s 2025 Sutherland-Merlino Fellowship. Her work bridges neuroscience and machine learning, and she’s passionate about advancing STEM access for underrepresented groups. www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Five Mellon College of Science faculty members have received named professorships, one of the highest academic honors. These awards support groundbreaking work in neuroscience, astrophysics, chemistry and biological sciences. www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

Five faculty members stand in between two busts.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

Carnegie Mellon has named Diana Parno as associate head of the Department of Physics. A leading neutrino physicist, she will help shape the department’s future while continuing her groundbreaking research. www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

Diana Parno stands at a podium and gives a speech. A banner in the background says "Carnegie Mellon University."

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

Carnegie Mellon has named Rachel Mandelbaum as head of the Department of Physics. A leading expert in cosmology and data-driven science, she brings a vision for interdisciplinary research and innovation. www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

CMU and UNC researchers used AI and human expertise to create a new rubber-like material that’s both strong and flexible — something that’s been difficult to achieve. This breakthrough could speed up the design of better materials for shoes, cars and medical devices. www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

Frank Leibfarth of UNC Chapel Hill squishes a cube made of a new polymer.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

CMU’s Environmental and Sustainability Studies program empowers students to tackle climate change through hands-on research and interdisciplinary learning. From water systems in Costa Rica to sustainable architecture, they’re designing solutions for a better future. www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

A drawing of a building design which highlights sustainable architecture. The design is called "Wildlife Nexus."

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Undergrads brought the energy to MCS Pride Day — thanks for making it unforgettable!

Ken Hovis and Maggie Braun smile at the camera as they stand next to a grill with hotdogs on it.

Dean Barbara Shinn-Cunningham and Eric Yttri smile at the camera. Yttrium holds a flaming sousaphone.

A group of students participate in tug-of-war.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

MCS Pride Day is tomorrow! MCS undergraduates — join professors, staff and friends on the Mall from 3:30-6:30 p.m. Remember to check in at the MCS Student Advisory Committee tent!

An image of a red tie dye tee shirt with the words "MCS Pride Day" over it.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 14/09/2025

As Severance heads into the Emmys with 27 nominations, CMU neuroscientist Alison Barth explains why the show resonates: our brains use context to separate work and life. State-dependent memory makes those “two selves” feel real. www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

A still from the show Severane where a character walks down a white hallway holding a cluster of blue balloons.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

Join @barbsc.bsky.social for “Discovery to Defense: AI and Biomanufacturing at the Frontline” as part of AI Horizons! www.youtube.com/@AIHorizonsP...

A poster that features Barbara Shinn-Cunningham that says, "AI Horizons Pittsburgh. Sept. 11-12, Bakery Square."

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

CMU is introducing a Ph.D. in Astronomy and Astrophysics in Fall 2025. Students will gain foundational training in data-intensive astronomy and astrophysics, with electives in physics and other relevant departments. www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

This image captures a small section of NSF–DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory’s view of the Virgo Cluster, offering a vivid glimpse of the variety in the cosmos. Visible are two prominent spiral galaxies, three merging galaxies, galaxy groups both near and distant, stars within our own Milky Way, and much more.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

MCS Pride Day is almost here! We’ll be celebrating undergraduates in the Mellon College of Science from 3:30-6:30 p.m. on Sept. 16 on the Mall between the College of Fine Arts building and Hammerschlag with an afternoon of fun, food and community.

Five students tug hard on a rope during a game of tug of war.

Five students watch as a model rocket launches into the air.

Two students prepare to tie dye tee shirts.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

CMU students and math artist Glen Whitney created “Knight’s Move,” an 8-foot sculpture on Wean Hall’s patio. Representing 288 knight moves on a 3D chessboard, it’s a bold mix of math and art. Check it out this fall! www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

A student holds up a sculpture made of yellow, red and gold strips of metal.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 25/08/2025

Welcome back to all of our students! We’re looking forward to the fall semester with you!

A scotty dog wears a baseball cap and holds a foam finger that says "MCS is #1" Text on the poster says, "Mellon College of Science Welcomes You to CMU!"

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

Check out our photo highlights from Incoming Graduate Student Community Day! Cheers to our incredible grad students!

A large group of graduate students sits in an auditorium.

A group of eight graduate students gathers around a table and talks.

A group of six graduate students sit and laugh in the Mellon Institute library.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

First year students had a ball at Pins Mechanical!

Two students smile as they play pinball.

Two students slide down a pair of metal slides.

A group of five students plays a giant game of connect four.

A student rolls a pinball ball down a lane.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

Welcome to the Class of 2029+! We’re so excited you’re here!

An image of a scotty dog in an Erlenmeyer flask that says, "Welcome to Carnegie Mellon University Class of 2029+ from Mellon College of Science."

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

Happy Pythagorean Theorem Day! 7² + 24² = 25²

An image of triangles and Pythagoras that says “7/24/25 is a Pythagorean Theorem Day.”

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

Yisong Guo won the RSC Horizon Prize for designing iron-based catalysts that rival nature’s enzymes — advancing sustainable chemistry and industrial innovation. www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

Yisong Guo (center) and six members of his lab stand outside of Mellon Institute.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

At CMU’s Steel City Condensates Conference, researchers explored condensate biology — an emerging field that could revolutionize cancer treatment and precision medicine. www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

Jasper Jeffrey discusses his research during the Pittsburgh Biomolecular Condensates Conference on May 22, 2025.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Professors Nimer Murshid, Simon Faulkner and Tiziana di Mateo shared how they incorporate AI in the classroom during the MCS Summer Symposium.

Nimer Murshid stands at the front of a classroom and talks to other professors.

Simon Faulkner looks at a screen in a classroom as he explains a concept to a room full of professors.

Tiziana di Matteo stands at the front of a classroom and speaks to a group of professors. In the background, a screen shows a colorful image meant to demonstrate dark matter density.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Biocognon, a startup founded by Carnegie Mellon scientists, aims to revolutionize medicine through personalized antibody-based treatments. www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

The six founders of Biocognon sit outside of Mellon Institute.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

Commencement Weekend was a grand celebration of our graduates’ achievements. Congratulations to all, and we wish them the best of luck as they embark on their next adventures!

A student carries the flag of the Mellon College of Science while leading other students in a procession.

MS-DAS students stand on the steps of the Mellon Institute Library holding their diplomas as their friends and families take photos.

Glen de Vries Dean of the Mellon College of Science Barbara Shinn-Cunningham hugs graduating physics student Yunshu Li.

A student gives a speech during the Mathematical Sciences graduation ceremony.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

As part of the KATRIN experiment, Carnegie Mellon physicists have used experimental techniques to discover the upper limit of neutrino mass. www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

A researcher stands in the spectrometer for the Karlsruhe Neutrino Experiment, or KATRIN.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

Students, faculty and staff gathered for the MCS Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Bingo night where research and teaching awards were announced! Cheers to our incredible community with extraordinary grad students!

Two students celebrate a bingo as a third watches.

Graduate student Colin Martin, who won an award, talks with friends and family.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Science meets speed! 🏁 Biological sciences faculty are swapping labs for the race track on Friday at 7:40 a.m. for a rematch against the College of Engineering! Will the engineers' precision runs dominate, or will the biologists' knowledge of biomechanics give them an edge? Meet this year's lineup.

An image of trading cards in a sleeve featuring Carnegie Mellon University professors Maggie Braun, Drew Bridges, Jon Henninger, Ken Hovis and Eric Yttri.

A trading card featuring Carnegie Mellon Professor Maggie Braun.

A trading card featuring Carnegie Mellon Professor Drew Bridges.

A trading card featuring Carnegie Mellon Professor Jon Henninger.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

Physics Professor Valentina Dutta is energized about subatomic particles. www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

Valentina Dutta leans against a railing and smiles at the camera.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

Science Connection, the annual magazine from the Mellon College of Science, is live online! Learn about some of the achievements of MCS students, faculty and alumni as well as notable updates from the college. magazine.mcs.cmu.edu

The cover of the Science Connection with spreads from the magazine behind it.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Carnegie Mellon physicists have defined the search for subatomic particles. www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

Curtis Meyer stands on the GlueX platform at the J-Lab Continuous Electron Beam Accelerator Facility in Newport News, Virginia.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

With the help of Carnegie Mellon's Center for Technology Transfer and Enterprise Creation, MCS researchers have shared their innovations in academia and industry. www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

Carnegie Mellon physicists have discovered a potentially new astronomical phenomenon. www.cmu.edu/mcs/news-eve...

An artist's impression of an astronomical tidal disruption event.

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CMU Mellon College of Science @cmuscience.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Hi from Carnegie Mellon University's Mellon College of Science! We’re looking forward to sharing new discoveries here!

A photo showing Mellon Institute and the surrounding buildings at night. Windows and streetlights are lit.

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