The Pennsylvania State University

The Pennsylvania State University

Fostering Positive Youth Development through Psychological Need Satisfaction

Adolescents' strengths and supportive environments play a crucial role in fostering positive development, as emphasized by the Positive Youth Development (PYD) framework. A recent study, conducted by researchers from Pennsylvania State University, investigates the role of psychological need satisfaction (PNS) in PYD outcomes across structured and unstructured out-of-school time

The Pennsylvania State University

Fostering Positive Youth Development through Psychological Need Satisfaction

Adolescents' strengths and supportive environments play a crucial role in fostering positive development, as emphasized by the Positive Youth Development (PYD) framework. A recent study, conducted by researchers from Pennsylvania State University, investigates the role of psychological need satisfaction (PNS) in PYD outcomes across structured and unstructured out-of-school time

Thin films

Breakthrough in Quantum Computing: Researchers Develop New Materials with Colossal Cryogenic Electro-Optic Response

Researchers from Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) have made a significant breakthrough in the development of thin film electro-optic materials that can retain superior performance under cryogenic conditions. The team successfully engineered a low-symmetry monoclinic phase in barium titanate thin films, resulting in a massive electro-optic response of 2516 ± 100