The strategic research objectives of Northwoods University can be summed up in a few words. "Give 110% in every endeavor." You will find that the Research arm of the university has been very successful and has made an impact on the city, state and country. We build on our strengths when creating programs, recruiting faculty, purchasing equipment, and obtaining funding for these programs.
NU has one of the country's top pharmaceutical research centers with top-notch scientists. Dr. Rick Fessenbecker has received a $5 million grant to determine the impact of a new memory-enhancing drug on mice. His background with ABC Labs makes him an ideal candidate to verify the safety of this NU drug. Advances in this area could potentially help the baby boomers as they reach retirement.
Dr. Patrick Bieser, head of the IT Web Usability department, is researching new techniques for measuring usability. He has worked with numerous Fortune 500 companies as they launch their ecommerce web sites. His latest book, "The Science behind Web Usability" has received accolades for its insight. Dr. Bieser will be signing copies of his book in the bookstore April 15th at 7:30 pm.
Recent headlines have focused on China's problem with food exports. The NU nutritional institute is looking into ways to assist the US government in spotting these problem imports before they get to the store shelves. Dr. John Piechowski will be speaking to the FDA next month regarding this subject. A copy of this speech will be available on the web site following his presentation.
Dr. Mary Meuler, professor of Home Economics, has recently published her fifth cookbook, "The Secrets of Cream Pies". It is currently a NY Times best seller. Her students can attest to her delectable banana cream pie. Mary's research has led to new techniques for successful pie baking.