College of Science News

Scientific American speaks to Benjamin Chin, assistant professor of imaging science, about new research showing how the human eye determines which color to focus on, with implications for vision science and virtual reality.

Recognizing faculty and staff who excel at the university’s experiential, interdisciplinary, and collective approach to education makes the Celebration of Teaching and Scholarship a highlight of the academic year.

The number of satellites launched into space reached an all-time high in 2025, and that number is expected to increase exponentially within the next decade.

Five renowned individuals with contributions to science, business, technology, and the arts will receive honorary degrees from RIT.

While scientists know supermassive black holes collide, these events have remained invisible to telescopes. RIT researchers have now identified a specific spike in light that occurs at the moment of merger, providing the roadmap needed to finally observe these cosmic giants in action.

Juliet Fiss, an RIT imaging science alumna, uses algorithms and formulas to create artwork, including a piece at RIT’s Carlson Center.

The annual awards are presented to staff members who exemplify outstanding service and dedication to the university and who exhibit a high degree of personal ethics and integrity, while demonstrating a commitment to student success.

Fine Books Magazine speaks to Roger Easton Jr., professor of imaging science, about using advanced imaging technologies to help reveal hidden texts such as the Archimedes Palimpsest, contributing to the preservation and interpretation of historical manuscripts.

RIT has launched a new decade-long strategic framework that will guide the university’s priorities, investments, inspiration, and aspirations through 2035.

In an article for The Conversation, imaging science Ph.D. student Sagar Lekhak explains how using drones, sensor data, and AI can make detecting land mines safer and more efficient.

Imaging science Ph.D. student Muhammad Akif Qadeer has been awarded the 2025 Harvey M. Pollicove Memorial Scholarship from the Optica Foundation. The award is given to one student each year who shows potential in precision optics manufacturing and lens design.

Imaging science Ph.D. student Diane Knauf is shining new light on old images with help from a grant from the National Park Service.