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Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society hosted a Google Hangout February 26 to answer questions from students applying for its research grants. A recording of the hangout is available.

Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society has awarded $117,066 to 184 undergraduate and graduate students for their research. A portion of the grants were supported by funds from the National Academy of Sciences.

Congratulations to the 2013-2014 Chapter Award Winners! This includes the Chapter of Excellence Awards, Chapter Program Awards, and the Top 15 Electing Chapters.

Sigma Xi members and students gathered in Glendale, Arizona, November 6–9, 2014, for the Society’s Annual Meeting and International Research Conference.

Sigma Xi President George H. Atkinson discusses his experience at the Society's Annual Meeting and International Research Conference.

Professor Rosalind W. Picard of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Media Lab discusses the role she played in starting the field of affective computing. Affective computing involves technology that allows emotion to be better understood and communicated.

The results are in for Sigma Xi's 2014 Officer Elections. This election involved the positions of president-elect, directors, associate directors, and representatives on the Committee on Nominations.

Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society recognized 24 high school, undergraduate, and graduate students November 8 for their Superior research poster presentations in the Society's 2014 International Research Conference.

Active and life members of Sigma Xi are eligible to cast their votes in the 2014 Elections. The voting period opens November 10 and closes at 5 p.m. Eastern on December 9, 2014.

Sigma Xi’s new online community, The Lab: Members to Members, is giving members the opportunity to interact like never before. It is their own space to have discussions about science and engineering as well as job opportunities and other useful topics.

Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society and its magazine, <i>American Scientist</i>, were featured on a live radio broadcast September 10 from WCOM 103.5 FM in Carrboro, North Carolina. A recording of the broadcast is available.

Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society invited the public to participate in a Google Hangout August 28 with Michael Stevens. Stevens is the creator and host of Vsauce, a YouTube channel that generates interest and enthusiasm for learning.

Sigma Xi has launched a Communities feature on its redesigned website. In Communities, members will be able to share discussions and resources online.

Jerry Baker, who served as Sigma Xi's executive director and chief executive officer —as well as publisher of American Scientist—from 2008 through July 31, 2014, reflects over his time with the Society.

Fenella Saunders, managing editor of American Scientist, recently spoke with Derek Muller, creator of the popular YouTube science channel, Veritasium. They spoke about his tips for researchers who wish to share science with the public.

Sigma Xi's redesigned website is expected to launch in August at www.sigmaxi.org. Look for these new features.

Sigma Xi's new journal, Chronicle of The New Researcher, achieved a major milestone in July by publishing its first article! The article was written by Rema Shah, a student at Raleigh Charter High School in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Sigma Xi's International Research Conference offers college and outstanding high school students an opportunity to present their research to respected research professionals from around the world. The conference will be held November 7-8 during Sigma Xi's Annual Meeting at the Renaissance Glendale Hotel and Spa in Glendale, Arizona.

The Institute on Science for Global Policy will hold debates November 8 during Sigma Xi's Annual Meeting in Glendale, Arizona. ISGP has pioneered a specific debate format to improve communication of scientifically credible ideas and recommendations to policy makers.

As my term as president of Sigma Xi begins, it is evident that the Society is entering a new phase of its distinguished history, but one that encompasses serious challenges including its relevance to both its current members and to scientists in general.