The Love's Planetarium opened at Science Museum Oklahoma, featuring the most 4K projectors in a U.S. planetarium and free celestial shows with admission.

University of Oklahoma researchers use deep learning, funded by a $866,172 NSF grant, to study tornado formation via simulations, aiming to improve prediction models.

University of Oklahoma PA students are gaining experience in rural healthcare, integrating primary care and mental health services, funded by a $2 million HRSA grant.

Amanda Vicente-Santos' awarded research examines how human factors like climate change influence wildlife disease, potentially affecting human health.

Oklahoma Senator Carri Hicks is advocating for Medicaid coverage of the Omnipod insulin pump, emphasizing its benefits for diabetics' health and potential cost savings.

University of Oklahoma's Assistant Professor Wei Qin received an Early Career Award from the U.S. Department of Energy for his novel research on the effects of climate change on soil microbiology and nitrogen cycling.

An NIH-funded University of Oklahoma study, led by Dr. Jennings, examines if care for dementia patients aligns with their end-of-life wishes, considering quality and cost disparities.

The Oklahoma Aerospace and Aeronautics Commission approved funding for airport construction projects and educational programs to enhance the state's aviation infrastructure and foster aerospace education.

Oklahoma declares October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month to emphasize the importance of digital safety. Citizens are encouraged to adopt secure practices and participate in federal campaigns for cyber resilience.

Dr. Emily Geest at the Oklahoma City Zoo studies a phenomenon where butterflies exhibit activity after decapitation, suggesting that headlessness in insects may not be as rare as previously thought.

Oklahoma AG Drummond announced settlements with Heritage Pharmaceuticals and Apotex for $49.1 million over drug price-fixing, opening compensation for affected Oklahomans.

A new species of mining bee, Andrena androfovea, has been discovered in Oklahoma and Texas, with significant implications for local biodiversity and pollination.

The Norman Police Dept. is seeking a Digital Marketing and Social Media intern to create content and assist with communications for Spring and Summer 2025. Eligible candidates should be university students able to earn course credit.

University of Oklahoma researchers developed a method to measure hydrogen transfer energy, potentially enhancing energy storage using metal-organic frameworks.

Researchers at the University of Oklahoma have developed new, efficient copper halides capable of luminescence at room temperature, promising advancements in green technology applications.

OSU student Aubrey Fudge is developing Lingua, a technology using AI and VR for immersive language learning, aiming to improve engagement and accessibility.

Dr. Natasha Bray discussed AI's role in healthcare at an AI for Healthy Communities conference, emphasizing its potential for improving equity and accessibility in healthcare.

University of Oklahoma researchers analyze national data to address disparities in maternal health, focusing on preventable deaths among Indigenous mothers.

OSU researchers are developing FARM software to enhance real-time fault detection in chemical distillation, aiming for increased efficiency and safety.

Ali Mirchi of Oklahoma State University receives the 2024 James A. Whatley Award for notable agricultural sciences research, highlighting his work in sustainable human-environmental systems and water management.

University of Oklahoma research led by Sreemathi Logan targets promising treatments for dementia with a $2.2 million grant, focusing on the role of astrocytes and cellular metabolism in cognitive function.

Chen Wang from the University of Oklahoma receives a fellowship for kidney cancer diagnostic research, aiming to improve biopsy accuracy with an OCT probe.

Scientists from the University of Oklahoma discovered that the hormone FGF21 may reverse fatty liver disease by signaling the brain to initiate liver repair, a finding that may lead to new treatments.

University of Oklahoma researchers collaborate with Xironetic, using augmented reality for neurosurgical procedures to improve patient safety and training.

Researchers at the University of Oklahoma have found that gut bacteria produce toxins that can selectively attack cancer cells, offering a new potential strategy for treating cancer.

NobleReach™ Foundation will send three 2025 Scholars to the Oklahoma City Office of Innovation to aid in technological development using their data science and business innovation skills.

OSU joins Google AI for Education Accelerator, providing students with AI training, free Google Career Certificates, and support for job readiness, enhancing Oklahoma's workforce.

University of Oklahoma researchers uncover new details about the hormone amylin's function, influencing obesity drug development by understanding amylin receptor dynamics.

Dong Zhang of the University of Oklahoma received an NSF CAREER Award and a $556,000 grant to enhance EV battery technology, focusing on computational modeling to address lithium-ion batteries' energy density and longevity.

Dr. Masapollo researches how children with hearing loss learn to speak using tactile feedback, potentially improving speech therapy by emphasizing touch over sound.

Dr. Ruiqing Shen of Oklahoma State University is developing thermoresponsive hydrogels for efficient firefighting, focusing on wildland and lithium-ion battery fires. The NSF-funded research aims to create less water-dependent fire retardants.

Lawton installs a Naloxone vending machine for opioid overdose prevention, offering free access to the public without prescription or ID, funded by the Oklahoma Opioid Abatement Grant.

OU College of Pharmacy is building a cyclotron on the OU Health campus to produce PET radiopharmaceuticals in‑state, aiming to cut travel and speed access to advanced imaging and therapies.

Clinton‑Sherman Industrial Airpark has been rebranded Infinity One as Oklahoma courts suborbital launches and Dawn Aerospace eyes Burns Flat for 2027 flights. State officials point to a 13,503‑foot runway and industrial park to sell the site to aerospace tenants.

Pafford has rolled out a Low Titer O whole-blood program for EMS across western Oklahoma, and a May 6 blood drive at its OKC headquarters seeks Type O donors.