2022 News
CAMEE Researchers Received $2 Million in NASA Grants
September — CAMEE researchers recently got word that they received $2 million in NASA grants to continue research for the Artemis program through October 2024. They plan to use the funding to expand their research into robotic exploration of the moon.
CAMEE Receives $2 Million Renewal Grant
September — In addition to supporting graduate and undergraduate researchers, the newly awarded funds will allow for laboratory renovations that will expand CAMEE’s research on extreme landscapes.
Stephen Ackley Awarded the 2022 SCAR (Scientific Committe on Antarctic Research) Medal for International Coordination
August — An important SCAR activity is recognition of excellence in Antarctic and Southern Ocean research and outstanding service to the international Antarctic community.
CAMEE: UTSA Students Making STEM Accessible, One Student at a Time
June — As part of its ongoing effort to increase awareness and interest in STEM fields, CAMEE is organizing educational outreach programs to reach kids as early as possible, by focusing on elementary school children.
CAMEE PhD Student Karen Mendiondo Featured in San Antonio Woman's STEM Showcase
May — The May/June 2022 edition of San Antonio Woman included a Women in STEM special section.
CAMEE PhD Student Jullian Williams Receives Two Academic Awards
April — Jullian was selected for UTSA's highly competitive "Who's Who" award and the "Academic Meritocracy" award by Gamma Betta Phi.
CAMEE PhD Student Mansi Joshi Won First Place in the ¡Viva Science SA! Research Poster Competition
April — Hosted at the Witte Museum by UT Health San Antonio, the family-friendly event included interactive science booths, science themed art work, poster sessions, and science talks.
UTSA Sharpens Research Focus on Space Exploration, Seeks Out SpaceX
April — CAMEE featured on Express News front page. UTSA is one of the higher-education institutions that NASA and other federal agencies are turning to for assistance to return astronauts to the moon in 2025. See the front page image.
CAMEE Student Research Spring Showcase Highlights UTSA Student Research Supporting NASA Initiatives
March — Undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students pursuing degrees in science and engineering present their research at the event.
#ThisIsWhatAScientistLooksLike: CAMEE MS Student Ashley Aguilar
February — Ashley is set to graduate this year with her master’s in Geosciences and plans to work towards a PhD at UTSA.
