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Research from U.S. Colleges Newsletter for Saturday April 11, 2026 ( 123 items )  

'The Road to the Moon Goes Through Ohio': Two BGSU Graduates at NASA Help Lead Communications Efforts for Artemis II Mission
BOWLING GREEN, Ohio, April 11 -- Bowling Green State University issued the following news: * * * 'The road to the moon goes through Ohio': Two BGSU graduates at NASA help lead communications efforts for Artemis II mission Shauntina Lilly '10 and Jacqueline Minerd '13 are public affairs officers at NASA who have seen the inner workings of the mission's success. * From space lovers to casual observers, NASA's Artemis II mission has captured the attention of the world. For two Bowling Green S  more

2025-26 Diplomacy National Security Fellows Japan Project
SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, April 10 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news: * * * 2025-26 Diplomacy National Security Fellows Japan Project * Students from Seton Hall University's 2025-26 National Security Fellowship recently returned from a landmark trip across the Pacific to Japan, offering the fellows a unique and rewarding opportunity to meet, engage with and present to high-ranking Japanese and American defense officials, expanding their understanding of modern international   more

2026 Faculty Achievement Awards
FORT WORTH, Texas, April 9 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * 2026 Faculty Achievement Awards * This year, UNT Health Fort Worth's Faculty Achievement Awards looked a little different. Instead of having a finalist from each college with one winner, the awards were expanded to five categories. The categories are the Provost's Outstanding Teaching, Outstanding Research, Outstanding Service, Outstanding Clinical, and Outstanding Community Engagem  more

4th Annual Giving Day Raises $349,167 to Support Students and Campus Programs
ARCATA, California, April 10 -- The California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt posted the following news: * * * 4th Annual Giving Day Raises $349,167 to Support Students and Campus Programs * "Giving Day is a powerful reflection of what makes Cal Poly Humboldt so special: A community that shows up for our students in meaningful and generous ways," says Annual Giving Coordinator Marie Forrest-Murray. "We are deeply grateful for every gift, which directly expands opportunity and helps st  more

A Shared Legacy
MOBILE, Alabama, April 10 -- The University of South Alabama issued the following news release: * * * A Shared Legacy * Jim and Carol Statter have attended nearly all of the University of South Alabama football games. The couple has pledged $1.7 million to Jaguar football and the Literacy Center in the College of Education and Professional Studies. When Jim Statter attended his first University of South Alabama football game with his wife, Carol, he wasn't prepared for what he found. "I sa  more

Advancing Technology to Detect Consciousness and Promote Recovery in Patients With Brain Injury
STONY BROOK, New York, April 10 -- The State University of New York Stony Brook University posted the following news: * * * Advancing Technology to Detect Consciousness and Promote Recovery in Patients With Brain Injury * Neurosciences team to receive $2.5 million in NIH funding to develop and validate "SeeMe" STONY BROOK, NY, April 10, 2026 - A team of researchers at Stony Brook University led by Sima Mofakham, PhD, has received a grant from the National Institutes of Health's National In  more

African Cities Are Diverse and Thriving, but Face Many Challenges. How to Make Them Healthier
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 10 -- The Boston University School of Public Health issued the following news: * * * African Cities Are Diverse and Thriving, but Face Many Challenges. How to Make Them Healthier *. A new book called Urban Health in Africa explores how rapid urbanisation across the continent shapes public health and wellbeing. Drawing on diverse research and case studies, the book reframes African cities not just as sites of challenge, but as places of innovation, resilience and  more

Anderson University: Cybersecurity Students Explore Cisco and Worldwide Technology in D.C.
ANDERSON, South Carolina, April 11 -- Anderson University issued the following news release: * * * Cybersecurity Students Explore Cisco and Worldwide Technology in D.C. A group of 11 Anderson University Cybersecurity students participated in Career Discovery Week (CDW) in Washington, D.C., where they engaged with two global technology companies--Cisco and World Wide Technology--gaining exposure to industry leaders, career opportunities and real-world business challenges. It was an opportunity  more

Arcadia University: Dr. Tahtamoni Investigates the Value of Environmental, Social, and Governance Practices
GLENSIDE, Pennsylvania, April 11 -- Arcadia University issued the following news: * * * Dr. Tahtamoni Investigates the Value of Environmental, Social, and Governance Practices By Tim Pierce According to new research led by Assistant Professor of Finance Dr. Tawfiq Tahtamoni, Fortune 500 companies with strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) policies are viewed more positively by investors, even if the company faces criticism for high executive compensation and high company debt. T  more

Artemis II launch reveals unique seismic activity captured by USF scientists
TAMPA, Florida, April 10 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news: * * * Artemis II launch reveals unique seismic activity captured by USF scientists * By Joey Garcia, University Communications and Marketing As millions watched Artemis II lift off from Kennedy Space Center, USF scientists remained on the ground, capturing rare seismic and infrasound data-insights that inform launch impacts on Earth. USF researchers are no strangers to working with rocket launches. Ove  more

Associate vice president and vice provost for AI strategy announced
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, April 10 -- The University of South Carolina posted the following news: * * * Associate vice president and vice provost for AI strategy announced * Building on the University of South Carolina's early adoption of ChatGPT and its continued commitment to responsible AI use, Provost Mary Anne Fitzpatrick has appointed Mark Uline as the university's first associate vice president and vice provost for AI strategy. "We are pleased to welcome Mark into this role at a piv  more

AU students excitedly prepare for upcoming URCA Symposium
ASHLAND, Ohio, April 10 -- Ashland University posted the following news: * * * AU students excitedly prepare for upcoming URCA Symposium * By Lauren Gulden, a senior journalism digital media major and creative writing minor The annual Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Symposium, better known as URCA, at Ashland University is quickly approaching. Each year, about 100 students from within the College of Arts and Sciences present a variety of original research projects in front of   more

Baby Day Helps Students Prepare for Future Health Care Careers
GALLOWAY, New Jersey, April 9 -- Stockton University posted the following news: * * * Baby Day Helps Students Prepare for Future Health Care Careers * Galloway, N.J. -The hallways of West Quad filled with sounds of children on April 6 as Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Communication Disorders students gathered for the Stockton University's annual Baby Day -a hands-on interprofessional training event that has become a key component of the Health Sciences curriculum. The   more

Balancing the AI Equation in Healthcare: Convene 2026
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, April 10 -- The University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management issued the following news: * * * Balancing the AI Equation in Healthcare: Convene 2026 * The 8th annual Convene conference, hosted by Minnesota Carlson's Business Advancement Center for Health (BACH), united medical industry leaders and academic researchers to explore the ethical, practical and technological pathways to ensure timely and equitable healthcare in an increasingly automated world. The ev  more

Bowie State University Announces Michael Eric Dyson as Spring 2026 Commencement Speaker
BOWIE, Maryland, April 11 -- Bowie State University issued the following news release: * * * Bowie State University Announces Michael Eric Dyson as Spring 2026 Commencement Speaker Bowie State University is proud to announce that renowned scholar, author and activist Michael Eric Dyson, Ph.D. will deliver the keynote address for its Spring 2026 Commencement. The ceremony will begin at 9 a.m. on Friday, May 22, at Bowie State's Bulldog Stadium. Dr. Dyson is one of the nation's most influentia  more

Brandeis University Has Honored Researcher Gordon With 2026 Gabbay Award for Groundbreaking Microbiome Research
WASHINGTON, April 11 -- Brandeis University has named Jeffrey I. Gordon, genomics and systems biology researcher at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, the 2026 recipient of the Jacob and Louise Gabbay Award in Biotechnology and Medicine for work that transformed the understanding of human health. Microbiome pioneer Jeffrey Gordon receives 2026 Gabbay Award in Biotechnology and Medicine, Gordon is recognized for establishing that the gut microbiome is an active partner in biol  more

CalState-Long Beach: Friendly Fins and Cartoon Grins Might Change How We See Sharks
LONG BEACH, California, April 11 (TNSjou) -- California State University Long Beach campus issued the following news: * * * Friendly fins and cartoon grins might change how we see sharks By Andrew Edwards Pictures, like words, can mold opinions. Psychology student Benjamin Krochman has "always had a soft spot for marine animals," thanks to photo-filled library books that introduced him to the wonders of sharks and whales as a child. Now, he is researching whether cartoon art can help scienc  more

Campus forum highlights well-being as a driver of institutional success
GLASSBORO, New Jersey, April 10 -- Rowan University posted the following news: * * * Campus forum highlights well-being as a driver of institutional success * Well-being at Rowan University isn't a single program or initiative, said Kha' Sadler, Psy.D., associate provost for wellness & inclusivity. It's a shared commitment that requires collaboration across the institution. "It's not an add-on-it's a driver," she said. At the March 26 Thriving Together forum, that commitment brought toge  more

Case Western Reserve University Named to Forbes' 'New Ivies' List
CLEVELAND, Ohio, April 11 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * Case Western Reserve University named to Forbes' 'New Ivies' list Evaluation based on preparing and graduating students that employers seek in an evolving AI-driven workforce * Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) has been named to Forbes' list of "New Ivies," a group of 20 colleges and universities recognized for graduating students highly sought by employers. The 2026 list--released this week-  more

Case Western Reserve: American Heart Association Backs Research That Could Transform Cardiac Outcomes for Hundreds of Thousands of Americans
CLEVELAND, Ohio, April 11 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * American Heart Association backs new research that could transform cardiac outcomes for hundreds of thousands of Americans Story by: Patty Zamora New research is bringing science one critical step closer to understanding what causes cardiac arrest and potentially preventing it. The American Heart Association (AHA) has granted Case Western Reserve University the Rapid Impact Research Award, a design  more

Case Western Reserve: Stage for Social Science - Students Organize Campus-wide Research Showcase
CLEVELAND, Ohio, April 11 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * A new stage for social science: Students organize campus-wide research showcase Story by: Nina Pettry It started with a casual conversation over lunch--a group of Case Western Reserve anthropology PhD students reflecting on the work happening around them and a shared realization that much of it went unseen. "We were just chatting about how there aren't that many opportunities for us to showcase our  more

Celebration of Service to Spotlight Community Impact at Ole Miss
OXFORD, Mississippi, April 10 -- The University of Mississippi issued the following news: * * * Celebration of Service to Spotlight Community Impact at Ole Miss * OXFORD, Miss. - The University of Mississippi will recognize the accomplishments of students, faculty, staff and campus partners in community engagement on Tuesday (April 14) during the 11th annual Celebration of Service Awards. The ceremony, set for 2 p.m. in the Johnson Commons Ballroom, recognizes those whose work advances com  more

CMSRU joins global innovation and engineering consortium
GLASSBORO, New Jersey, April 10 -- Rowan University posted the following news: * * * CMSRU joins global innovation and engineering consortium * Cooper Medical School of Rowan University has joined the Global Consortium of Innovation and Engineering in Medicine, an international public-private-government collaborative serving the world as the premier global network to advance medicine through engineering and innovation. The consortium brings together medical schools, universities, researche  more

Colorado College Physics Major Explores Phases of Magnets Through Renormalization Group Theory
WASHINGTON, April 11 (TNSjou) -- Colorado College physics student Axel Klomparens has completed a study on the phase transitions of ferromagnets, successfully identifying transition points using computational models. According to the research document, From Magnetic to Paramagnetic: Finding Phase Transitions, the work conducted with Assistant Professor of Physics Christopher Monahan utilized renormalization group theory to analyze how materials like cobalt and iron lose magnetization when heated  more

Colorado School of Mines opens innovation hub to tackle critical minerals supply chain challenges
GOLDEN, Colorado, April 10 -- Colorado School of Mines posted the following news: * * * Colorado School of Mines opens innovation hub to tackle critical minerals supply chain challenges * Colorado School of Mines is opening a 50,000-square-foot facility in Golden to support university-industry-government-startup partnerships that drive innovation and accelerate commercialization, strengthening domestic critical minerals supply chains across the full value chain -from resource development and  more

Columbia University Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: In an Alpine Plant Species, Ancient Alleles May Help Drive Climate Change Adaptation
NEW YORK, April 11 -- Columbia University Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: * * * In an Alpine Plant Species, Ancient Alleles May Help Drive Climate Change Adaptation Researchers found that two alleles in the wood pink plant species may allow the perennials to adapt to warming temperatures. By Sophie Zhou The wood pink plant (Dianthus sylvestris) is a widespread perennial in the Alps, usually inhabiting altitudes between 800 and 2,400 meters. A recent study publish  more

Cooper Secures Mohr's Circle Trophy in Engineering Competition
WASHINGTON, April 11 -- Two civil engineering seniors from Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art earned top honors at the 2026 Geo-Congress in Salt Lake City, Utah, after winning the annual Geo-Prediction student competition. Sinclair Kennedy-Nolle and Isabella Ng secured the Mohr's Circle Trophy by finishing in first place during the event, which focused on geotechnical engineering research. The competition required student teams to analyze geotechnical data, including soil condi  more

Cornell librarian honored for work on evidence synthesis
ITHACA, New York, April 10 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Cornell librarian honored for work on evidence synthesis * Every year, the American College and Research Libraries-a division of the American Library Association-gives out its Section Awards that "honor the very best in academic and research librarianship." Announced April 2, this year's awardees include Cornell University Library's Matt Kibbee, who received the University Libraries Section (ULS) Outstanding   more

Creative Force
DELAWARE, Ohio, April 10 -- Ohio Wesleyan University issued the following news release: * * * Creative Force * DELAWARE, Ohio - Ohio Wesleyan University has selected Mary McCann, acclaimed actor, entrepreneur, and co-founder of the Atlantic Theater Company, to deliver the keynote address at its 182nd commencement ceremony on May 9. McCann's career reflects a clear throughline of ambitious self-discovery. From producing plays as a teenager in her hometown of Put-in-Bay, Ohio, to helping bui  more

Creativity Meets Code: UAlbany Students Develop Apps at Hackathon
ALBANY, New York, April 11 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news: * * * Creativity Meets Code: UAlbany Students Develop New Apps at Hackathon By Erin Delaney Ten UAlbany students took part in the MIT Reality Hack, a competitive technology hackathon held earlier this year. More than 300 professionals, industry experts and college students worked in teams to build extended reality (XR) apps. Five of the UAlbany students were on winning teams. Tinashe Chinamasa, a junior and c  more

CSM AI Task Force Working Towards Ethical, Strategic AI Integration
LA PLATA, Maryland, April 6 -- The College of Southern Maryland issued the following news: * * * CSM AI Task Force Working Towards Ethical, Strategic AI Integration The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) AI Task Force is developing policies to guide the use of AI and its strategic integration into academic and administrative tasks. Formed in spring 2025, the AI Task Force is made up of CSM faculty, staff, and administrators to research AI applications with a focus on ethics, security, privac  more

CUNY: Slavery Databases Document More Than 150,000 Enslaved People in Cuba and Brazil, Opening Paths for Research
NEW YORK, April 11 -- The City University of New York Graduate Center issued the following news: * * * New Slavery Databases Document More Than 150,000 Enslaved People in Cuba and Brazil, Opening Paths for Research A decades-long project by Distinguished Professor Laird W. Bergad of the Center for Latin American, Caribbean, and Latino Studies opens a major new archive on slavery and challenges long-held assumptions about its decline. * Two newly released databases documenting the lives of m  more

Dr. Omar Attum shares research on biodiversity value of cultural, agricultural landscapes
NEW ALBANY, Indiana, April 10 -- Indiana University Southeast campus posted the following news: * * * Dr. Omar Attum shares research on biodiversity value of cultural, agricultural landscapes By Steven Krolak Dr. Omar Attum, professor of biology, delivered a heartfelt Pinnacle Presentation on the biodiversity value of cultural and agricultural landscapes to members of the IU Southeast community. Blending reminiscences from his family history, research projects, and study abroad experience  more

Florida State University hosts inaugural Florida Quantum Conference
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 10 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Florida State University hosts inaugural Florida Quantum Conference * Leading researchers from academia and industry are at Florida State University this week for the Florida Quantum Conference, a three-day event exploring the latest breakthroughs in quantum science and engineering. This conference is the inaugural edition of what is planned as an annual event held at institutions around the state.   more

Florida State University, City of Tallahassee complete hospital asset transfer, advancing FSU Health
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 10 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Florida State University, City of Tallahassee complete hospital asset transfer, advancing FSU Health * Florida State University and the City of Tallahassee on Friday completed the legal transfer of city-owned hospital assets, marking a historic milestone for FSU Health, the university's academic health system. The action allows Florida State and Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare to continue their work  more

Flying squirrels fuel student-led research and outreach
LINCOLN, Nebraska, April 10 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news: * * * Flying squirrels fuel student-led research and outreach * An ongoing effort to monitor and protect southern flying squirrels on East Campus is bringing together University of Nebraska-Lincoln student Hanna Haun and School of Natural Resources faculty through research, experiential learning and community outreach. "Dr. John Carroll started building nesting boxes all around East Campus after the squirr  more

For the Fourth Year, Stevens Institute of Technology Earns 2026 Great Place To Work Certification
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, April 11 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * For the Fourth Year, Stevens Institute of Technology Earns 2026 Great Place To Work Certification(TM) The certification reflects the university's dedication to the employee experience * Stevens Institute of Technology is proud to be Certified(TM) by Great Place To Work(R) for the fourth year in a row. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience w  more

FSU delegation visits Republic of Panama campus to deepen partnerships, expand opportunities for students
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 10 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU delegation visits Republic of Panama campus to deepen partnerships, expand opportunities for students * A delegation from Florida State University's Tallahassee campus recently visited the university's regional branch campus in the Republic of Panama to strengthen collaborations, expand student opportunities and deepen academic partnerships. FSU Panama offers four undergraduate degree programs,   more

FSU leaders highlight health, research and technology at RISE Together Showcase and town hall
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 10 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU leaders highlight health, research and technology at RISE Together Showcase and town hall * Florida State University's Information Technology Services highlighted strategy, innovation and partnerships April 7 during the 2026 ITS Spring Town Hall and RISE Together Showcase, a daylong event highlighting how technology is accelerating the university's academic, research and service missions. Hosted  more

Governor, business leader and distinguished professor to speak at MSU spring commencement
EAST LANSING, Michigan, April 10 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Governor, business leader and distinguished professor to speak at MSU spring commencement * Three visionary leaders will address Michigan State University's newest graduates at this year's spring commencement ceremonies. From navigating the complexities of state government and pioneering human-centered artificial intelligence to advancing the frontiers of higher education, this year's speakers embo  more

Grant for Evaluating School of the Blind
DURHAM, North Carolina, April 10 -- North Carolina Central University issued the following news: * * * Grant for Evaluating School of the Blind * North Carolina Central University (NCCU) received a $70,000 grant to evaluate the Governor Morehead School for the Blind in Raleigh, North Carolina. "We will evaluate what's happening with education for the students, what's happening at the leadership level and what's happening with staff and teachers," said Alexis Redford, Ph.D., an assistant pr  more

Guaranteed income improved artists' finances, innovation
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, April 10 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news: * * * Guaranteed income improved artists' finances, innovation * A guaranteed income program for artists led to improvement in financial stability and reduced debt, but also improved their motivation and artistic output, finds a new study from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis. "Our main finding is that giving people cash not only helps them live a more secure life, it also p  more

Harvard University Professor Terry to Deliver Myers Lecture at University of Scranton
WASHINGTON, April 11 -- Harvard University associate professor Brandon Terry will present the Sondra and Morey Myers Distinguished Visiting Fellowship in the Humanities and Civic Engagement Lecture at the University of Scranton. The presentation is scheduled for April 23, 2026, at the Pearn Auditorium in Brennan Hall. Terry serves as the John L. Loeb associate professor of the social sciences and co-directs the Institute on Policing, Incarceration and Public Safety at the Hutchins Center for Af  more

Highlander Highlights: Week of April 6, 2026
RADFORD, Virginia, April 10 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Highlander Highlights: Week of April 6, 2026 * Radford University hosts 2026 Big South Esports Championship Radford University welcomed teams from across the region March 28-29 as it hosted the 2026 Big South Esports Championship, featuring competition in four titles: League of Legends, Overwatch, Rocket League and Valorant. Participating schools included University of North Carolina Asheville, Cha  more

Hofstra History Professor Plays Key Role in 2026 World Cup Antidiscrimination Efforts
HEMPSTEAD, New York, April 11 -- Hofstra University issued the following news: * * * Hofstra History Professor Plays Key Role in 2026 World Cup Antidiscrimination Efforts Ginny Greenberg Hofstra Professor of History Brenda Elsey, a leading scholar of global soccer culture and gender equity in sports, is shaping the ethical landscape of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. As development lead for the Americas with the Fare Network - an international nongovernmental organization - Elsey has the task of ov  more

Hofstra Student Earns Top National Undergraduate Research Award
HEMPSTEAD, New York, April 11 -- Hofstra University issued the following news: * * * Hofstra Student Earns Top National Undergraduate Research Award Lindsey Angioletti Linden Faye '27 has earned one of the nation's most prestigious undergraduate awards for STEM research, the Barry Goldwater Scholarship, a recognition that underscores both his academic excellence and the University's commitment to student success. Faye, a computer science and mathematics major from Port Washington, New York,  more

Investors Favor Companies That 'Do the Math,' Baruch Professor's Research Discovers
NEW YORK, April 10 -- Baruch College posted the following news: * * * Investors Favor Companies That 'Do the Math,' Baruch Professor's Research Discovers * Associate professor Dexin Zhou's research findings showed that the greater the proportion of numerical data disclosed during a conference call, the higher that company's stock price rose over the short term. If you've ever had a math teacher ask you to show your work, Dexin Zhou's research will probably resonate with you. In a paper p  more

Johns Hopkins: Understanding Types of Public Health Studies, Their Uses, and Limitations
BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 11 -- Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health issued the following news release: * * * Understanding Types of Public Health Studies, Their Uses, and Limitations Each with its own strengths and weaknesses, every study design has a purpose in building a larger body of scientific evidence. * Find yourself wanting to dig deeper upon receiving health advice from a social media post, podcast, or news story? You may be one of many people heading direct  more

Kellogg Institute for International Studies: Book Examines How International Organizations Resist Populist Pressures
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, April 11 -- The Kellogg Institute for International Studies, a part of the Keough School of Global Affairs at Notre Dame, issued the following news: * * * New Book Examines How International Organizations Resist Populist Pressures Author: Katie Jamieson Populist leaders are increasingly criticizing international organizations including NATO, the UNFCC, and the European Union for constraining state power. Donald Trump in the United States, Viktor Orban in Hungary, Javier  more

LCCWEAR launches Community Leadership Collaborative
BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, April 10 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news: * * * LCCWEAR launches Community Leadership Collaborative * Western Kentucky University's LifeSkills Center for Child Welfare Education and Research (LCCWEAR) is accepting applications for its Community Leadership Collaborative, an interdisciplinary mentoring and leadership program designed for undergraduate and graduate students committed to improving the well-being of children and families. The pr  more

Media Tip Sheet: Sudan's Civil War Enters its Fourth Year
WASHINGTON, April 10 -- George Washington University posted the following news: * * * Media Tip Sheet: Sudan's Civil War Enters its Fourth Year * The Sudanese war is entering its fourth year, as the conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) continues. More than 400 thousand people have been killed and more than 11 million people have been displaced, making it the worst displacement crisis in the world. Millions of Sudanese people have fled to neighbo  more

Michigan Medicine: Study Hints at the Cause of a Painful Skin Condition--and at a Long-awaited Potential Treatment
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 11 -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * New study hints at the cause of a painful skin condition--and at a long-awaited potential treatment The work clarifies the role of keratin in the skin's inflammatory response * Imagine a skin condition so painful, people with it are reduced to crawling around their homes to avoid having to walk on thick and painful calluses. This disease, ca  more

Michigan startup wins $1M investment at statewide PitchMI competition
EAST LANSING, Michigan, April 10 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Michigan startup wins $1M investment at statewide PitchMI competition * Gov. Gretchen Whitmer joined the MSU Research Foundation and Michigan Economic Development Corp. to announce Adrenaline Interactive as the grand prize winner of the 2026 PitchMI Championship. Following a high-stakes "Shark Tank" style competition at Grewal Hall in Lansing, the company was awarded a $1 million investment, brin  more

MSU trustees approve Spartan Success Center, housing and dining rates
EAST LANSING, Michigan, April 10 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * MSU trustees approve Spartan Success Center, housing and dining rates * During its regularly scheduled April public meeting, the MSU Board of Trustees approved proceeding with the construction of the Spartan Success Center. The approximately 12,500-square-foot space located in suite 150 of the Hannah Administration Building will serve as a central hub dedicated to supporting the academic journeys a  more

MTSU Recognized Among 2026 Best MBA Programs in Tennessee by Research.com
MURFREESBORO, Tennessee, April 11 -- Middle Tennessee State University issued the following news: * * * MTSU recognized among 2026 best MBA programs in Tennessee by Research.com By Jimmy W. Hart Middle Tennessee State University's Jones College of Business has been recognized among the best MBA programs in Tennessee 2026 ranking by Research.com. The university was also ranked No. 1 on the Best MBA Colleges in Tennessee list. Research.com is a leading university ranking platform dedicated to  more

MTU Engineering Senior Design Project Takes Leap Forward in NASA-funded Mobility Research
HOUGHTON, Michigan, April 11 -- Michigan Technological University issued the following news release: * * * MTU Engineering Senior Design Project Takes Leap Forward in NASA-funded Mobility Research As NASA's Artemis Program prepares to return humans to the surface of the moon, Michigan Technological University students are conducting research to ensure astronauts can hit the ground running. Before graduating in 2025, Michigan Tech engineering students Parker Courte-Rathwell, Danny Ezzo and In  more

MUSC Board of Trustees Approves Downtown Charleston Campus Master Plan
CHARLESTON, South Carolina, April 11 -- The Medical University of South Carolina issued the following news release: * * * MUSC Board of Trustees approves Downtown Charleston Campus Master Plan The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Board of Trustees today advanced the MUSC Downtown Charleston Campus Master Plan, a long-term framework designed to guide the future evolution of MUSC's historic campus. Centered on thoughtful urban design, connectivity and community well-being, the maste  more

Navajo Technical University and Arizona State University Strengthen Partnership
CROWNPOINT, New Mexico, April 11 -- Navajo Technical University issued the following news: * * * Navajo Technical University and Arizona State University Strengthen Partnership By Ty Jones On April 9, 2026, Navajo Technical University (NTU) hosted a delegation from Arizona State University (ASU) on its main campus. The visit facilitated meaningful interactions with NTU students, faculty, and staff. The primary goal of the visit was to reinforce the institutional partnership and explore aven  more

Nearly 500 Aggies Showcase Research at Annual Student Symposium
LOGAN, Utah, April 10 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * Nearly 500 Aggies Showcase Research at Annual Student Symposium * LOGAN, Utah - Utah State University's annual Student Research Symposium returned April 7 and 8, drawing close to 500 participants across the full spectrum of academic experience. Undergraduate first-year students presenting their first scholarly work stood alongside doctoral candidates defending years of investigation, a pairing that has become one  more

New approach to religious literacy aims to foster deeper understanding, avert conflict
LAWRENCE, Kansas, April 10 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * New approach to religious literacy aims to foster deeper understanding, avert conflict * LAWRENCE - An estimated 10,000 religions exist worldwide. So how can people truly coexist if they are unable to understand their own and each other's religion? That's the question addressed by Ryan Lemasters, a doctoral student in philosophy at the University of Kansas. His new article titled "Interreligious atten  more

Nicholls Professor Returns From Paris After Teaching the Future of AI and Media
THIBODAUX, Louisiana, April 11 -- Nicholls State University issued the following news release: * * * Nicholls Professor Returns from Paris After Teaching the Future of AI and Media Dr. Andrew Simoncelli, a professor at Nicholls State University, recently returned from Paris, France, where he was the only professor from the United States invited to teach at De Vinci Higher Education's International Teaching Week. During this event, which brings together global experts to share new ideas with  more

NMSU political science students present at national research conference
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, April 10 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * NMSU political science students present at national research conference * New Mexico State University undergraduate students in the Department of Political Science, Public Law and Administration presented their research at this year's Pi Sigma Alpha National Student Research Conference in Washington, D.C., along with others from around the world. Pi Sigma Alpha has nearly 850 chapters w  more

OHSU research reveals how pancreatic cancer blocks immunotherapy
PORTLAND, Oregon, April 10 -- Oregon Health and Science University issued the following news: * * * OHSU research reveals how pancreatic cancer blocks immunotherapy * Researchers at Oregon Health & Science University have uncovered a key reason why immunotherapy has largely failed in pancreatic cancer -and identified a promising strategy to overcome that resistance. The study, published in the journal Immunity, shows that pancreatic tumors actively reshape their immune environment by co-op  more

OSU Extension Offers Free Workshop Tackling Forever Chemicals Issues
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, April 11 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: * * * OSU Extension offers free workshop tackling forever chemicals issues Oklahoma State University Extension is partnering with Trihydro to present a free, two-day workshop about forever chemicals, waste, water and wastewater, air and biosolids. The 6th Annual PFAS and Emerging Contaminants Workshop Biosolids, Water and Wastewater, Air and Waste workshop is geared toward those who want to learn more abou  more

OSU Graduate Programs Earn National Recognition in Latest U.S. News Rankings
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, April 11 -- Oklahoma State University Spears School of Business issued the following news: * * * OSU graduate programs earn national recognition in latest U.S. News rankings Several Oklahoma State University graduate programs are once again earning national recognition, with multiple colleges placing among the top programs in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings. At the Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, impact continues to lead the way. For t  more

OSU Paleontology Students Help Research Prehistoric Ecosystems
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, April 11 -- Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences issued the following news: * * * OSU paleontology students help research prehistoric ecosystems Two anatomy and vertebrate paleontology students from the Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences helped author studies examining the prehistoric food web and the broader ecosystem of a section of North America during the late Jurassic period. Colin Boisvert and Andy Danison joined several other int  more

Penn fourth-year awarded Davis Projects for Peace grant
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 10 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * Penn fourth-year awarded Davis Projects for Peace grant * A University of Pennsylvania fourth-year in the College of Arts & Sciences has been chosen for a Kathryn Wasserman Davis Projects for Peace grant to help refugees in Jordan find protection from the heat and sun. Hemza Tarawneh, of Milwaukee, is majoring in biology with a minor in chemistry. A first-generation American, his interes  more

Penn State signs MOU with Indian AI Research Organization
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 10 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Penn State signs MOU with Indian AI Research Organization * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Penn State, through the College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST), has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Indian AI Research Organization (IAIRO) to expand global collaboration in artificial intelligence (AI). The partnership will support joint research, faculty and student excha  more

PORTENT backs five new technologies to expand access to care
ITHACA, New York, April 10 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * PORTENT backs five new technologies to expand access to care * Five next-generation point-of-care technologies have been selected for funding by PORTENT, a Center for Point-of-Care Technologies for Nutrition, Infection, and Cancer at Cornell, focusing on developing enhanced diagnostics, and aimed at reducing delays and improving access for crucial healthcare across the globe. Point-of-care (POC) diagnostics d  more

Presidents Reflect on How RIT's Past is Shaping Its Future
ROCHESTER, New York, April 11 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * Presidents reflect on how RIT's past is shaping its future From creating shared governance to growing globally and defining cutting-edge research, leaders give insight at historic event * RIT's past and present converged as four presidents--spanning more than three decades of leadership--reflected on the university's evolution and how they have helped position it for the future. Held  more

Professors Sellers and Tourkochoriti Elected to the International Academy of Comparative Law
BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 10 -- The University of Baltimore posted the following news: * * * Professors Sellers and Tourkochoriti Elected to the International Academy of Comparative Law * The IACL brings together jurists and scholars from around the world UBalt Law is thrilled to announce that Professor Mortimer Sellers has been elected a titular member, and Professor Ioanna Tourkochoriti an associate member, of the International Academy of Comparative Law (IACL). This prestigious electio  more

Pubantz Artists in Residence Bring Bold Ideas to Life for Expo
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, April 10 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus posted the following news: * * * Pubantz Artists in Residence Bring Bold Ideas to Life for Expo * The Pubantz Artists in Residence program at UNC Greensboro's Lloyd International Honors College asks students for bold ideas, and the 2025-26 artists are ready to meet the moment. In preparation for the Carolyn and Norwood Thomas Undergraduate Research and Creativity Expo April 7, four artists in residence  more

Purdue once again makes Forbes' 'New Ivies' list of 20 public and private universities
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, April 10 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * Purdue once again makes Forbes' 'New Ivies' list of 20 public and private universities * WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -Purdue University, noted for its decision to implement an AI competency requirement for fall 2026 incoming undergraduate students, is featured again on Forbes' list of the top 10 public and top 10 private universities best equipping their students for the growing AI talent needs of employ  more

Remembering Robert "Bob" Kohrman: Founding dean, educator, mentor, and friend
MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, April 10 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Remembering Robert "Bob" Kohrman: Founding dean, educator, mentor, and friend * The College of Science and Engineering at Central Michigan University mourns the passing of Robert "Bob" Kohrman, founding dean of the College of Science and Technology and a longtime faculty member whose impact on generations of students, faculty, and staff continues to shape the university today. Kohrman passed aw  more

Research Days slam winner highlights role of cortisol in health
LINCOLN, Nebraska, April 10 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news: * * * Research Days slam winner highlights role of cortisol in health * Nebraska psychology student Max Lottes delivered a spirited defense of often-maligned cortisol -a diva, to be sure, but a necessary one in moderation -to win the grand prize at the 2026 Student Research Days Slam on April 9. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln slam, celebrating its 10th year, features undergraduate and graduate students  more

Researchers reveal new method for dialing up superconductivity
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 10 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * Researchers reveal new method for dialing up superconductivity * Researchers have discovered evidence that superconductivity can be controlled by influencing the surrounding environment, a finding that may lead to more efficient electronics down the road, according to a new study. Superconductivity, or the ability of certain materials to conduct electric currents without any energy loss when cooled below a c  more

Reves Center announces 2026 International Student Achievement Awards
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, April 10 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * Reves Center announces 2026 International Student Achievement Awards * The following story originally appeared on the website for the Reves Center for International Studies. - Ed. The Reves Center for International Studies at William & Mary has announced the 2026 International Student Achievement Award recipients: * Abhishek Dhanraj, Graduate Student (India) * Ima Hosseinzadeh, Graduate Student (Ira  more

Rice among top research institutions advancing largest coastal protection effort in US history
HOUSTON, Texas, April 10 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice among top research institutions advancing largest coastal protection effort in US history * Rice University will contribute its expertise to the newly established Coastal Texas Research Council, a scientific and technical hub supporting the historic Coastal Texas Project. Created at the request of the Gulf Coast Protection District (GCPD) and led by the Institute for a Disaster Resilient Texas at Texas   more

Rice study resolves decades-old mystery in organic light-emitting crystals
HOUSTON, Texas, April 10 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice study resolves decades-old mystery in organic light-emitting crystals * By Jorge Vidal, Special to Rice News https://youtu.be/R5gDYNyuxLM?si=54OcBpN3GRCQYkVh Materials that emit and manipulate light are at the heart of technologies ranging from solar energy to advanced imaging systems. But even in well-studied materials, some fundamental behaviors remain unexplained. Researchers at Rice Univers  more

Smoking may spark lung-to-brain reaction tied to dementia, study finds
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 10 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * Smoking may spark lung-to-brain reaction tied to dementia, study finds * Smoking cigarettes may raise dementia risk by triggering harmful chemical signals from the lungs to the brain, finds new research from the University of Chicago. The study adds deeper understanding to a well-documented correlation between smoking and neurodegeneration. One study from 2011 found heavy smoking in midlife was associ  more

Southern Connecticut State University: Digging Deeper
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, April 7 (TNSjou) -- Southern Connecticut State University issued the following news: * * * Digging Deeper In the desert of Ethiopia, Michael Rogers, professor of anthropology, and his students have spent almost two decades uncovering artifacts. Closer to home, a field site at West Rock Nature Center in Hamden is also a land of discovery, where Rogers teaches the tools of the trade to undergraduates and graduate students in Southern's new master's program in archaeology  more

SPH Faculty Contribute to Second Book on Teaching Public Health
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 10 -- The Boston University School of Public Health issued the following news: * * * SPH Faculty Contribute to Second Book on Teaching Public Health *. Cover of the book Teaching Public Health Vol. 2. Released April 7, Teaching Public Health, Vol. 2 features insights from 51 public health experts-including nine SPH faculty, two alumni, and a current student-to address the evolving needs of public health educators and learners. The COVID-19 pandemic fundamentall  more

Stevens Institute of Technology Announces Adam Savage as 2026 Commencement Speaker
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, April 11 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Stevens Institute of Technology Announces Adam Savage as 2026 Commencement Speaker Iconic maker, science communicator and co-host of MythBusters to address Class of 2026 * Stevens Institute of Technology is pleased to announce that Adam Savage, iconic maker, science communicator and co-host of the long-running Discovery Channel series MythBusters, will deliver the undergraduate commencement add  more

Stevens Institute of Technology: AI Education With a Focus on People
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, April 11 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * AI Education with a Focus on People The new human-centered AI master's program, launching Fall 2026, trains students in the combination Stevens believes this moment demands: deep technical skill grounded in human wisdom * Artificial intelligence is reshaping every field -- not someday, but now. The question isn't whether to engage with it. It's whether the humans building and deploying it under  more

Students showcase research at 2026 NDSU Student Research Days
FARGO, North Dakota, April 10 -- North Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * Students showcase research at 2026 NDSU Student Research Days * NDSU Student Research Days was held on April 8-9 at NDSU's Memorial Union. This multi-day event provides NDSU graduate and undergraduate students with the opportunity to present their research and creative work. Top student presentations were awarded in both oral and poster categories. A total of 107 undergraduate students and 153 g  more

Study: Inflammation is linked to preference for digital socializing over face-to-face for some
BUFFALO, New York, April 10 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * Study: Inflammation is linked to preference for digital socializing over face-to-face for some * By Bert Gambini BUFFALO, N.Y. - Higher levels of inflammation are associated with a stronger preference for interacting with others through social media rather than face-to-face. And the preference becomes more significant for those whose personality traits lean towar  more

SUNY Potsdam English Professor Dr. Sharmain Van Blommestein Accepted to Prestigious Rare Book School
POTSDAM, New York, April 11 -- The State University of New York Potsdam campus issued the following news: * * * SUNY Potsdam English Professor Dr. Sharmain van Blommestein Accepted to Prestigious Rare Book School SUNY Potsdam Professor of English, Dr. Sharmain van Blommestein, has been accepted to attend an upcoming session, "Material Foundations of Map History, 1450-1900," at the Rare Book School, an internationally recognized program based at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville.   more

Syracuse University: 4 Ways Jeff Rubin Is Thinking About AI Right Now
SYRACUSE, New York, April 11 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * 4 Ways Jeff Rubin Is Thinking About AI Right Now The University's chief digital officer shares insights on the job market, data silos and the environmental impact of data centers. Jen Plummer Ask Jeff Rubin what keeps him up at night about artificial intelligence and you won't get a single answer. The University's senior vice president for digital transformation and chief digital officer is tracking severa  more

TAMIU to Hold Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremonies May 14
LAREDO, Texas, April 11 -- Texas A&M International University, a member of the Texas A&M University System, issued the following news release: * * * TAMIU to Hold Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremonies May 14 Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) will celebrate its Spring 2026 candidates for graduation at Spring Commencement Ceremonies on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the Sames Auto Arena. Over 1,000 candidates for graduation representing 17 different countries are expected to cross the stage  more

Texas Workforce Commission Award Supports SHSU Online's Statewide Distance Education Initiative
HUNTSVILLE, Texas, April 11 -- Sam Houston State University issued the following news: * * * Texas Workforce Commission Award Supports SHSU Online's Statewide Distance Education Initiative By Ossiel Olivares Sam Houston State University has received a $1,000,000 award from the Texas Workforce Commission to support the development of the Distance Education Professional Development Center (DEPDC), a statewide initiative designed to strengthen digital literacy, instructional capacity and access  more

The hidden work shaping what we know
JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, April 10 -- East Tennessee State University posted the following news: * * * The hidden work shaping what we know * An ETSU faculty member earned the Education Sciences Outstanding Reviewer Award, recognizing contributions to strengthening research through peer review. Plenty of readers trust what they read in journals, never knowing that someone spent hours reading drafts, offering feedback and helping authors strengthen their work before it ever published. Dr.   more

Trustees approve 2%+0.5% faculty and staff salary increase
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, April 10 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * Trustees approve 2%+0.5% faculty and staff salary increase * FORT WAYNE, Ind. -The Purdue University Board of Trustees on Friday (April 10) endorsed the merit increase for fiscal year 2026-27 for the main campus, which includes a 2% recurring increase, plus a 0.5% nonrecurring amount for recognition and retention of exceptional employees. The projection for Purdue's total compensation increase f  more

Trustees approve purchase of additional property to enhance Purdue students' urban experience in downtown Indianapolis
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, April 10 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * Trustees approve purchase of additional property to enhance Purdue students' urban experience in downtown Indianapolis * FORT WAYNE, Ind. -The Purdue University Board of Trustees on Friday (April 10) approved the purchase of property at 420-422 W. Michigan St. and 510 Indiana Ave. in downtown Indianapolis as part of the university's efforts to enhance students' urban experience. Purdue plans to   more

U.S. News ranks Rowan graduate programs among the best for 2026
GLASSBORO, New Jersey, April 10 -- Rowan University posted the following news: * * * U.S. News ranks Rowan graduate programs among the best for 2026 * This week U.S. News & World Report again recognized Rowan graduate programs among the best for 2026. The programs and their rankings include: * #104 Education (tie) * #134 Engineering (tie) * #200 in Part-Time MBA (tie) The news magazine also recognized both Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU) and Rowan-Virtua SOM.   more

UAPB Students Earn Top Honors at Arkansas, Southern Fisheries Society Meetings
PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, April 10 -- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff posted the following news: * * * UAPB Students Earn Top Honors at Arkansas, Southern Fisheries Society Meetings Students from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Department of Aquaculture and Fisheries earned top recognition at the Arkansas Chapter of the American Fisheries Society meeting, held Feb. 11-13 in Russellville, Arkansas. Three UAPB students received awards for their research presentations and c  more

UC San Diego Study Links Flavored Tobacco Bans to Lower Youth Vaping in California
LA JOLLA, California, April 10 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * UC San Diego Study Links Flavored Tobacco Bans to Lower Youth Vaping in California * Key Takeaways * Local flavored tobacco bans can be an effective strategy for reducing youth e-cigarette use. * Youth vaping rates were lower in areas with flavored tobacco bans. In jurisdictions with a ban, 6.2% of students reported current e-cigarette use, compared with 7.7% in areas witho  more

UC-San Francisco: Without the Right Tests, the Best Medicines Make No Difference
SAN FRANCISCO, California, April 11 (TNSjou) -- The University of California San Francisco campus issued the following news release: * * * Without the Right Tests, the Best Medicines Make No Difference Policy gaps and payment structures are limiting innovation and access to the diagnostic tests that are needed for effective, targeted care. A new analysis from UC San Francisco argues that diagnostics -- medical tests that match patients to the appropriate treatment -- are being overlooked bot  more

UCSF Heart Specialists Share Expertise at Annual Cardiology Conference
SAN FRANCISCO, California, April 11 -- The University of California San Francisco campus issued the following news release: * * * UCSF Heart Specialists Share Expertise at Annual Cardiology Conference Cardiology experts from UCSF Health presented new research and clinical findings at the American College of Cardiology's (ACC) Annual Scientific Session and Expo in New Orleans, March 28 to 30. The 75th annual conference brought together leading cardiology researchers and clinicians, helping to   more

UK tool gives Kentucky's opioid response a data-driven edge
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, April 10 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news: * * * UK tool gives Kentucky's opioid response a data-driven edge * A new analytical system created by University of Kentucky researchers is helping to predict and prevent opioid overdoses in Kentucky. The surveillance system, called Rapid Actionable Data for Opioid Response in Kentucky (RADOR-KY), is used to inform overdose prevention and response efforts throughout the state by giving health department  more

UNC Researchers Demonstrate Drug's Effectiveness in Drawing Out Dormant HIV From Immune Cells
CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, April 11 (TNSjou) -- The University of North Carolina School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * UNC Researchers Demonstrate Drug's Effectiveness in Drawing Out Dormant HIV from Immune Cells The study shows that drug citarinostat can awaken hidden HIV, advancing efforts towards a potential cure for the complex virus. * Human immunodeficiency virus-1 (HIV) is one of the most challenging viruses for doctors to treat. Even with effective antiretroviral th  more

UNCP Breaks Ground on $96.8 Million Clinical Sciences Building
PEMBROKE, North Carolina, April 11 -- The University of North Carolina-Pembroke issued the following news: * * * UNCP Breaks Ground on $96.8 Million Clinical Sciences Building Mark Locklear Under a clear blue sky, university leaders, students, elected officials and community members gathered Friday at UNC Pembroke to celebrate a major milestone in the university's continued expansion of healthcare education -- the groundbreaking of the new Clinical Sciences Building. The $96.8 million, 74,0  more

UNF Honors Student Turns Opportunity Into AI and Cybersecurity Impact
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, April 11 -- The University of North Florida issued the following news: * * * UNF Honors student turns opportunity into AI and cybersecurity impact As a dual enrollment student in high school, Ella Luedeke entered the University of North Florida in fall 2023, with enough credits to begin as a sophomore and immediately charted a path toward helping solve complex problems in computing, AI and cybersecurity. Now a senior at the Hicks Honors College, Luedeke has already se  more

University of Colorado-Boulder: Simple Shot Shows Promise to Reverse Osteoarthritis Within Weeks
BOULDER, Colorado, April 6 (TNSxrep) -- The University of Colorado Boulder campus issued the following news: * * * A simple shot shows promise to reverse osteoarthritis within weeks By Lisa Marshall A research team including scientists and engineers from University of Colorado Boulder, University of Colorado Anschutz and Colorado State University has developed a suite of new therapies that prompt aging or damaged joints to repair themselves within weeks, according to animal studies. The new  more

University of Georgia: Silviculture Professor Comes Full Circle at Warnell
ATHENS, Georgia, April 11 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news: * * * Silviculture professor comes full circle at Warnell Stephen Kinane teaches, researches and mentors the next generation at Warnell By Aubrey Pawlikowski Stephen Kinane signed his job offer from a hospital room, finalizing his return to the University of Georgia just hours before the birth of his daughter. "At that point, I knew this was going to be a lifestyle career," said Kinane, assistant professor   more

University of Memphis: Timber Talks Symposium Broadens Understanding of Mass Timber
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, April 11 -- The University of Memphis issued the following news: * * * Timber Talks Symposium Broadens Understanding of Mass Timber Wood is having a moment. To broaden the understanding of mass timber's benefits, the University of Memphis Institute for Agricultural and Conservation Research and Education (ACRE) and the Division of Research and Innovation, in partnership with the Tennessee Department of Agriculture hosted Timber Talks April 6-7. The two-day conference was   more

University of Michigan-Dearborn: Your Spring 2026 Commencement Guide
DEARBORN, Michigan, April 6 -- The University of Michigan Dearborn Campus issued the following news: * * * Your Spring 2026 Commencement guide Spring Commencement is almost here. Meet the speakers and get key details for the May 2 ceremonies. * The newest graduates of the University of Michigan-Dearborn will officially join U-M's alumni network of more than 695,000 at commencement on May 2. UM-Dearborn will honor 1,072 degree candidates who are collectively earning 1,090 degrees. The firs  more

University of Texas Dallas: Neuroscientist To Lead Engineering-Driven Brain Health Research
RICHARDSON, Texas, April 11 -- The University of Texas Dallas campus issued the following news: * * * Neuroscientist To Lead Engineering-Driven Brain Health Research By: Alexander Macon Dr. Matthew Walker is helping to transform sleep research from an observational field into one in which engineered solutions can measure and improve brain health. In January, he joined The University of Texas at Dallas as a professor of neuroscience in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences and of bioen  more

University of Virginia: 5 Ways Artemis II Advances Space Exploration
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, April 11 -- The University of Virginia issued the following research news: * * * 5 ways Artemis II advances space exploration By Matt Kelly, mkelly@virginia.edu The Artemis II mission, which concluded Friday with a splashdown, sent four astronauts on a 10-day journey around the moon, setting a record for the farthest distance humans have traveled from Earth. The mission marks a major step toward returning people to the lunar surface. Before liftoff, UVA Today aske  more

URI's Biomechanics Day event exposes younger students to high-tech science, promotes STEM fields
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, April 10 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news: * * * URI's Biomechanics Day event exposes younger students to high-tech science, promotes STEM fields * KINGSTON, R.I. -April 10, 2026 -High school and middle school students from around the state got a hands-on experience with the high-tech equipment used by the University of Rhode Island College of Health Sciences during URI's annual celebration of National Biomechanics Day in Mackal Field House   more

UT San Antonio opens San Pedro II to elevate student success, innovation and workforce readiness in the heart of downtown
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 9 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * UT San Antonio opens San Pedro II to elevate student success, innovation and workforce readiness in the heart of downtown * The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is making another investment in downtown San Antonio. The university today opened San Pedro II, a 180,000-square-foot facility that will fuel education, research and economic mobility in the city's growing technology  more

VCU Aims to Be 'Not Just a National, But an International Hub' for Research, VP Rao Says in Annual Address
RICHMOND, Virginia, April 11 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU aims to be 'not just a national, but an international hub' for research, VP Rao says in annual address Rao highlighted VCU's research growth and some notable faculty contributions while championing the university's bold new goal to reach $1 billion in sponsored research funding. By Madeline Reinsel During the annual State of the Research event this week, P. Srirama Rao, Ph.D., vice presiden  more

VCU History Alum Honored for Museum Curation and More
RICHMOND, Virginia, April 11 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU history alum honored for museum curation and more From tenures at Wilton House, DAR Museum and North Carolina's Old Salem - and from scholarship on Black artisans - William Strollo wins the History Graduate Alumni Achievement Award. By Konrad Solberg William Strollo was a long way from archives and artifacts when the email arrived. As he and his family waited in line for a ride at the Unive  more

Villanova University's Faith Yost '27 CLAS Named 2026 Goldwater Scholar
VILLANOVA, Pennsylvania, April 10 -- Villanova University issued the following news release: * * * Villanova University's Faith Yost '27 CLAS Named 2026 Goldwater Scholar * VILLANOVA, Pa. (April 10, 2026)- Faith Yost '27 CLAS, a Biology major in Villanova University's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, has been named a 2026 Goldwater Scholar by the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation. Yost was selected from a competitive, nationwide pool of students for this  more

Vincent Nestler is CSUSB's 2025-26 Outstanding Professor Award Recipient
SAN BERNARDINO, California, April 11 -- California State University San Bernardino campus issued the following news: * * * Vincent Nestler is CSUSB's 2025-26 Outstanding Professor Award recipient The award signifies excellence as a frontline instructor along with contributions to the professor's discipline through scholarship and research, and also service to the campus and larger community. * As a few dozen faculty, administrators and staff entered a classroom to join Vincent Nestler's stu  more

Virginia Commonwealth University: Class of 2026 - Joseph Lin Brings Computing Power to Cancer Research
RICHMOND, Virginia, April 11 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Class of 2026: Joseph Lin brings computing power to cancer research The College of Engineering student joined a School of Pharmacy faculty expert in taking AI from 'Bench to Bedside.' By Drew Thompson Joseph Lin has taken Virginia Commonwealth University's "Uncommon" brand and sensibility to heart. The computer science major in the College of Engineering graduates this spring after steering his  more

Virginia Tech: Lab Removes Barrier Between Research and Patient Care
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 11 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * New lab removes barrier between research and patient care 'Clean room' will enable researchers and companies to manufacture clinical-grade materials that meet federal standards required for testing in human and animal patients. By John Pastor Virginia Tech marked a step forward in biomedical innovation in Southwest Virginia with the opening a clean room facility to produce clinical-grade therapies under federa  more

Western New York American Chemical Society Undergraduate Research Symposium Held at Niagara University
NIAGARA FALLS, New York, April 10 -- Niagara University posted the following news: * * * Western New York American Chemical Society Undergraduate Research Symposium Held at Niagara University * Niagara University's Department of Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Physics was excited to host the 2026 Western New York American Chemical Society Undergraduate Research Symposium on Saturday, March 28th, in Lewiston, NY. The event, organized by Dr. Lauren Rosch, assistant professor in the Department of   more

What's driving the delivery robot boom and human responses to these non-human assistants
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 10 -- Temple University posted the following news: * * * What's driving the delivery robot boom and human responses to these non-human assistants * From convenience to conflict, delivery robots are drawing mixed reactions in urban spaces. Photo by Andrew Collette In Center City, robots are delivering dinner-and debate. Uber Eats began rolling out food delivery bots last month, accelerating a trend that's been picking up speed for years in urban environme  more

When Choice is No Longer Choice: USU Social Work Scholar Investigates Addiction Recovery
LOGAN, Utah, April 10 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * When Choice is No Longer Choice: USU Social Work Scholar Investigates Addiction Recovery * Substance abuse resulting in addiction, says Utah State University social work scholar Kaitlyn Walker Line, is a downward, hard-to-escape spiral. "People initially make a choice to try alcohol or illegal drugs, or to abuse a prescription medication," Line says. "But over time, the substance rewires a person's brain struct  more

When does the body clock begin to synchronize with local time?
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, April 10 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news: * * * When does the body clock begin to synchronize with local time? * Humans and most other organisms have internal biological clocks that track the daily cycle of sunrise and sunset. These clocks help time our sleep, metabolism and other essential body functions over the course of a day, creating daily patterns called circadian rhythms. Research shows that when these rhythms are disrupted -by jet  more

WVWC Department of Communication Students, Faculty Present At ECA
BUCKHANNON, West Virginia, April 10 -- West Virginia Wesleyan College posted the following news: * * * WVWC Department of Communication Students, Faculty Present At ECA * BUCKHANNON, West Virginia -Bringing a strong showing from the West Virignia Wesleyan College Department of Communication, students and faculty showcased their research at this week's Eastern Communication Association's 117th Convention in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Faith Yoho '26, of New Martinsville, West Virginia, took t  more

Yale Economic Growth Center Annual Report Explores Global Shifts
WASHINGTON, April 11 (TNSrpt) -- The Yale Economic Growth Center released its 2025 annual report, titled Growth in a Shifting Landscape, marking the completion of its five-year strategic plan. The report highlights the evolution of the global economy from the start of the COVID-19 crisis in 2020 through the reorganization of international trade and development aid in 2025. The center was established in 1961 to provide data-based insights during the global shift away from colonialism toward inte  more

Young adults with colorectal cancer face delays, unequal access to care
AUGUSTA, Georgia, April 10 -- Augusta University posted the following news release: * * * Young adults with colorectal cancer face delays, unequal access to care * Colorectal cancer was once considered a disease of older adults. That assumption no longer holds. Diagnoses among people younger than 50 continue to rise across the United States -and for many of these younger patients, the challenge is not only confronting cancer at an unexpected stage of life, but navigating a health care system  more