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Research from U.S. Colleges Newsletter for Thursday May 07, 2026 ( 181 items )  
'Atomic snapshots' of proofreading enzyme could lead to better COVID-19 drugs
AMES, Iowa, May 6 -- Iowa State University issued the following news release: * * * 'Atomic snapshots' of proofreading enzyme could lead to better COVID-19 drugs The closest-ever detailed look at a key enzyme inside the virus that causes COVID-19 could lead to more effective treatment of the disease. Nucleotide analogs are a common type of antiviral medication that mimic the genetic material viruses use to replicate, essentially duping them into inserting faulty building blocks into new copi  more
'Building Community for Generations to Come'
LA JOLLA, California, May 6 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * 'Building Community for Generations to Come' * Alison Black '05, '09, '16, built her academic career woven by the thread that inclusion, belonging and connection are just as essential to learning as any academic intervention. A continuing lecturer in UC San Diego's Department of Education Studies and the founder of UC San Diego's Jewish Staff and Faculty Tritons Association, she shar  more
'Indian Nino' drove record heat in 2023, 2024, new study finds
ITHACA, New York, May 6 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * 'Indian Nino' drove record heat in 2023, 2024, new study finds * In 2023 and 2024, Earth's average global surface temperature spiked nearly 0.3 degrees Celsius above what was already expected from climate change. Each year was declared the hottest on record and coincided with deadly wildfires, heat waves and historic numbers of climate-related disasters. Scientists have struggled to explain what caused these ano  more
A new kind of cold sensor
ITHACA, New York, May 6 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * A new kind of cold sensor * All life forms need to continuously adapt to temperature changes to survive. Now, Weill Cornell Medicine investigators studying a bacterial protein have identified a new mechanism of sensing cold temperatures. The finding points to the possibility that this same type of mechanism exists in other organisms, including humans, and may have relevance for disorders involving faulty tempera  more
A New Kind of Cold Sensor
NEW YORK, May 6 -- Cornell University - Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences posted the following news: * * * A New Kind of Cold Sensor * All life forms need to continuously adapt to temperature changes to survive. Now, Weill Cornell Medicine investigators studying a bacterial protein have identified a new mechanism of sensing cold temperatures. The finding points to the possibility that this same type of mechanism exists in other organisms, including humans, and may have releva  more
A-State Partners with Epicenter Memphis on DRA-Funded EpicenterU Initiative
JONESBORO, Arkansas, May 7 -- Arkansas State University posted the following news: * * * A-State Partners with Epicenter Memphis on DRA-Funded EpicenterU Initiative Arkansas State University today announced a new partnership with Epicenter Memphis to launch EpicenterU: Students to Startups, a university-based entrepreneurship program supported by an approximately $800,000 grant from the Delta Regional Authority (DRA). Designed to build the next generation of innovators across the Delta regio  more
A-State Partners with Kalmer Solutions - Launches Student-Led Cybersecurity Center
JONESBORO, Arkansas, May 6 -- Arkansas State University posted the following news: * * * A-State Partners with Kalmer Solutions; Launches Student-Led Cybersecurity Center Arkansas State University has announced a new partnership with Kalmer Solutions to establish a student-led Security Operations Center (SOC), providing students with hands-on cybersecurity experience while strengthening the university's digital infrastructure. Set to launch in fall 2026, the Red Wolf SOC will be housed withi  more
AI-powered electrocardiogram detects early signs of heart failure
DALLAS, Texas, May 6 -- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center posted the following news release: * * * AI-powered electrocardiogram detects early signs of heart failure Interpreting relatively inexpensive electrocardiograms (ECGs) with an artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm accurately screened patients for a key precursor of heart failure in Kenya, a study led by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers shows. The results, published in JAMA Cardiology, suggest AI-augmented   more
American Academy of Arts and Sciences honors renowned mycologist David Hibbett
WORCESTER, Massachusetts, May 6 -- Clark University posted the following news: * * * American Academy of Arts and Sciences honors renowned mycologist David Hibbett * David Hibbett, a world-renowned mycologist and the Andrea B. and Peter D. Klein Distinguished Professor of Biology at Clark, has been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Hibbett joins an esteemed group of more than 14,500 leaders in the arts and sciences, business, philanthropy, and public affairs who have be  more
Annual Symposium Fuels Dialogue on Artificial Intelligence at CSU, Beyond
CLEVELAND, Ohio, May 6 -- Cleveland State University issued the following news: * * * Annual Symposium Fuels Dialogue on Artificial Intelligence at CSU, Beyond * CSU's recent AI Symposium at the Wolstein Center brought together educators, researchers, students and industry professionals for a one-day event featuring keynotes, panels and hands-on sessions. The program focused on moving beyond curiosity to the intentional integration of artificial intelligence in higher education, including A  more
ASI President, Advocate and Student Leader Named Outstanding Senior
FULLERTON, California, May 6 -- California State University Fullerton campus issued the following news: * * * ASI President, Advocate and Student Leader Named Outstanding Senior * Class of 2026 grad Haneefah Syed has made the most of her Cal State Fullerton education. She's been involved in just about every aspect of campus life -from student government and research to student organizations. Syed serves as president of Associated Students Inc. and is on track to earn a bachelor's degree in  more
At Scholarship Luncheon, Class of 2026 Gift Revives NJIT Tradition
NEWARK, New Jersey, May 7 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * At Scholarship Luncheon, Class of 2026 Gift Revives NJIT Tradition NJIT's annual Scholarship Luncheon is meant to celebrate donor generosity. This year, it also pointed to what comes next. The event brings together scholarship benefactors, alumni and student recipients, creating space for the kinds of conversations that remind people what scholarship support really does. "This annual gather  more
Bard College: Chang Chavkin Center Awarded $218,750 Solon E. Summerfield Foundation Grant
ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, New York, May 6 -- Bard College issued the following news release: * * * Chang Chavkin Center Awarded $218,750 Solon E. Summerfield Foundation Grant The Chang Chavkin Center for Liberal Education and Civic Life at Bard College has been awarded a grant from the Solon E. Summerfield Foundation. The three-year grant, in the amount of $218,750, will support a partnership between the Chang Chavkin Center and the Freedom and Citizenship Program at Columbia University. The Chang  more
Binghamton University Achieves Gold Star Rating for Sustainability Achievements
BINGHAMTON, New York, May 7 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * Binghamton University achieves gold star rating for sustainability achievements First SUNY school to earn gold rating under Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education guidelines By David Hermanovitch Binghamton University has earned a gold star rating through the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability (AASHE) Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS) Binghamton is the fi  more
Carnegie Mellon Tackles Global Science Diplomacy in the AI Era
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, May 6 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news: * * * Carnegie Mellon Tackles Global Science Diplomacy in the AI Era * In an era of rapid change both in technology and global relations, Carnegie Mellon University is helping to show academia's steadfast role as a mediator and conduit for conversation. The deans and faculty of the university's seven schools and colleges often travel abroad to help shape critical conversations on the future of global res  more
Celebrating Excellence: Pomona College's 2026 Alumni Award Honorees
CLAREMONT, California, May 7 -- Pomona College issued the following news: * * * Celebrating Excellence: Pomona College's 2026 Alumni Award Honorees Six outstanding Sagehens were recognized over Alumni Weekend, April 30-May 3, for their professional achievements and longtime service to Pomona College by the Alumni Board. This year, the Blaisdell Distinguished Alumni Award for high achievement in professional activities or community service was awarded to Dr. Peter Caldwell '61, Dr. Pamela Sch  more
Celebrating Our Students and the WKU Community
BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, May 6 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following statement by Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Robert Fischer: * * * Celebrating Our Students and the WKU Community * Dear Colleagues, As the Spring 2026 semester comes to a close, I would like to express my gratitude for your dedication and commitment to our students. Your passion for teaching, scholarship, and service has been evident throughout the semester, and it is a privilege to work alo  more
Century of decline reduces genetic diversity and connectivity in Idaho bighorn sheep
MOSCOW, Idaho, May 5 -- The University of Idaho issued the following news release: * * * Century of decline reduces genetic diversity and connectivity in Idaho bighorn sheep * MOSCOW, Idaho - Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep in Idaho once intermixed with desert bighorns, making populations a century ago more genetically diverse and likely better able to adapt to environmental and physiological stressors, according to a study by University of Idaho and the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG)  more
Chancellor King Visits SUNY Genesee Community College as Part of the SUNY Reconnect Tour
ALBANY, New York, May 7 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: * * * Chancellor King Visits SUNY Genesee Community College as Part of the SUNY Reconnect Tour Governor Hochul's SUNY Reconnect Provides Free Community College Tuition, Fees, Books, and Supplies for Eligible Adult Learners in High-Demand Fields Visit Highlights SUNY Genesee Community College's Teacher Education Transfer and Respiratory Care Programs * Batavia, NY - State University of New York Ch  more
Collaborating ecology professors earn national honors and discuss their work together
SANTA CRUZ, California, May 6 -- The University of California Santa Cruz campus issued the following news: * * * Collaborating ecology professors earn national honors and discuss their work together Just weeks apart, the Ecological Society of America (ESA) has honored two professors of ecology and evolutionary biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz, for their impactful contributions to the field. On April 15, ESA announced Assistant Professor Roxanne Beltran as a 2026 Early Caree  more
College of Health and Human Development ranked first in NIH-funding category
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 6 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * College of Health and Human Development ranked first in NIH-funding category The Penn State College of Health and Human Development (HHD) is the nation's No. 1 school of allied health in terms of National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding. The Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research (BRIMR), an independent, nonprofit organization, publishes annual rankings based on the amount of funding   more
Colorado School of Mines launches $7M research center to evaluate PFAS destruction technologies
GOLDEN, Colorado, May 6 -- Colorado School of Mines posted the following news: * * * Colorado School of Mines launches $7M research center to evaluate PFAS destruction technologies * Water and soil impacted by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) is one of today's most pressing environmental challenges, impacting rural, suburban and urban communities across the globe. But how to remediate these "forever" chemicals without just moving the problem from one place to another is an open   more
Commencement 2026: Love for art, nature guided David LeClair's journey through URI
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, May 6 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news: * * * Commencement 2026: Love for art, nature guided David LeClair's journey through URI * KINGSTON, R.I. - May 6, 2026 - For nature lover David LeClair, home is where his heart is. A lifelong Rhode Islander living in Westerly, LeClair has grown to appreciate with awe the state's natural beauty, particularly in Washington County from the shoreline to its dense forests-hence his decision to remain hom  more
Commencement 2026: Marine biology and marine affairs major excited to dive into new shark research
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, May 6 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news: * * * Commencement 2026: Marine biology and marine affairs major excited to dive into new shark research As a child, Mary Brantley read her ocean encyclopedia so often it nearly fell apart. Years later that same fascination brought her to the University of Rhode Island, where she double majored in marine biology and marine affairs. "The ocean is something I have always been deeply curious about," Brant  more
Commencement 2026: URI program brings aquatic career into focus for graduate student
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, May 6 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news: * * * Commencement 2026: URI program brings aquatic career into focus for graduate student * KINGSTON, R.I. - May 6, 2026 - When he crosses the stage during the University of Rhode Island's College of the Environment and Life Sciences commencement ceremony on May 17, earning his Ph.D. in biological and environmental sciences, Jaypee Samson will cap an academic career that brought him halfway around the  more
Cool beans, smart roots: Scientists discover a new cell that helps seedlings survive drought battered and nutrient poor soils
TUCSON, Arizona, May 6 -- The University of Arizona posted the following news release: * * * Cool beans, smart roots: Scientists discover a new cell that helps seedlings survive drought battered and nutrient poor soils Researchers have identified a previously unknown cell type hidden on the roots of common beans, a microscopic survival mechanism that could inform the development of more climate-resilient crops and reduce fertilizer dependence.  Termed "hooked hairs" in a new study published  more
CSUSB Expands Tech Pathways With ExCELS Scholarships and 'Defining the Future' Conference
SAN BERNARDINO, California, May 7 -- California State University San Bernardino campus issued the following news: * * * CSUSB expands tech pathways with ExCELS scholarships and 'Defining the Future' Conference The university's School of Computer Science and Engineering marked a milestone this spring as it celebrated the continued expansion of its ExCELS (Experiential Computing and Engaged Learning Scholarships) program and participated in the Defining the Future Conference. * California Sta  more
Cultivating the future: Joint UT San Antonio, SwRI program to train next generation of smart agriculture experts
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 6 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * Cultivating the future: Joint UT San Antonio, SwRI program to train next generation of smart agriculture experts * As global food demands intensify, the agricultural sector is turning to high-tech solutions like AI, drones and robotics to transition from conventional farming practices to high-efficiency "smart agriculture." In response to these evolving demands, The University of Texas at San An  more
Deep in the ice, Antarctic detectors pick up incoming cosmic rays from outer space
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 6 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * Deep in the ice, Antarctic detectors pick up incoming cosmic rays from outer space * More than 600 feet below the surface of Antarctica, ultrasensitive detectors picked up the tracks of cosmic rays crashing down from outer space. The Askaryan Radio Array is a group of sensors drilled deep into the ice. For years, the array has been patiently listening for faint radio signals near the South Pole. In a s  more
Developing targeted therapies to treat pediatric brain injury
PORTLAND, Oregon, May 6 -- Oregon Health and Science University issued the following news: * * * Developing targeted therapies to treat pediatric brain injury * What if the origins of chronic childhood diseases -and targeted therapies to treat them -could be uncovered through a deeper understanding of cells and their pathways within the body? That's what Manideep Chavali, Ph.D., hopes to discover through his research at Oregon Health & Science University. Chavali is an assistant professo  more
DNA analyses uncover what is hiding under the cap plaguing the white button mushroom industry
GAINESVILLE, Florida, May 5 -- The University of Florida posted the following news: * * * DNA analyses uncover what is hiding under the cap plaguing the white button mushroom industry * A University of Florida study has made a key discovery in understanding a disease that for over a century has plagued the white button mushroom -a nutrient-dense vegetable that is valued for its versatility and health benefits. As an economically important specialty crop, it is often highlighted as a practi  more
Dr. Alaaeldin Elsisi receives SIUE's New Vaughnie Lindsay New Investigator Award
EDWARDSVILLE, Illinois, May 6 -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus posted the following news: * * * Dr. Alaaeldin Elsisi receives SIUE's New Vaughnie Lindsay New Investigator Award * Alaaeldin Elsisi, PhD, Department of Civil Engineering at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, is the 2026 recipient of the Vaughnie Lindsay New Investigator Award in acknowledgement of his outstanding research contributions and proven record. Elsisi is an assistant professor in the School  more
Dr. Wells-Beede is revolutionizing the future of medicine through virtual reality
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 6 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * Dr. Wells-Beede is revolutionizing the future of medicine through virtual reality * Typically, nothing good ever follows the phrase, "and then COVID hit." But for Dr. Elizabeth Wells-Beede, senior associate dean for UNT Health Fort Worth's College of Nursing, what came next was groundbreaking research that would revolutionize healthcare education. It was early 2020 when Wells-Beede w  more
Drones match farm planning effectiveness of more expensive tech, study finds
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 6 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Drones match farm planning effectiveness of more expensive tech, study finds Environmental scientists and water resource managers need precise, high-resolution maps to reveal areas that farmers should avoid when planting crops, to limit polluting waters with phosphorus from fertilizer or manure. Making those maps has depended on an expensive, sometimes unavailable technology, but a team led   more
Duke University Nicholas School of the Environment: Introducing Ecotech, Nature's Innovation Accelerator
DURHAM, North Carolina, May 7 -- Duke University Nicholas School of the Environment issued the following news: * * * Introducing Ecotech, Nature's Innovation Accelerator The field unites principles in biology, engineering and earth sciences to develop scalable solutions to urgent environmental, social and economic challenges. * An international research team has developed a roadmap for an emerging field of technology called ecotech, which draws inspiration from nature to create scalable sol  more
Eastern Kentucky watershed research points to restoration gains with measurable economic value
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 5 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news: * * * Eastern Kentucky watershed research points to restoration gains with measurable economic value * Two Kentucky State studies examine carbon storage, land-cover change, and long-term recovery in post-mining landscapes shaped by generations of energy production FRANKFORT, Ky. -New research from Kentucky State University is putting a clearer value on the environmental and economic benefits of watershed re  more
Eastern Michigan University Faculty student Research Reveals Hidden Socioeconomic Divides in Oakland County
YPSILANTI, Michigan, May 7 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Eastern Michigan University faculty student research reveals hidden socioeconomic divides in Oakland County Written by: Melissa Thrasher New research from Eastern Michigan University sociologist Grigoris Argeros and graduate student Jordyn Gerwig reveals that Oakland County's standing as an affluent tri county community is more nuanced than commonly believed. Their findings, originally reported in The   more
Eastern Michigan University Honors Student Matt Baker Awarded Prestigious Carnegie Mellon Cybersecurity Fellowship
YPSILANTI, Michigan, May 7 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Eastern Michigan University honors student Matt Baker awarded prestigious Carnegie Mellon cybersecurity fellowship Written by: Sydney Pope Eastern Michigan University junior Matt Baker has been awarded a competitive fellowship at Carnegie Mellon University, one of the nation's top cybersecurity institutions. The Carnegie Mellon fellowship runs from June 11 to Aug. 1. Baker will take advanced courses i  more
Economics student to earn her second degree from UT San Antonio in four years
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 6 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * Economics student to earn her second degree from UT San Antonio in four years * This story is part of a series highlighting the university's outstanding graduates crossing the stage on May 16. First-generation student Evany Gonzalez fell in love with the field of economics and decided "why stop." She received her undergraduate degree in economics in 2024, and this May she'll graduate with he  more
Elevated blood sugar levels during pregnancy may result in poorer birth outcomes
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 6 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Elevated blood sugar levels during pregnancy may result in poorer birth outcomes Pregnant women in the United States are routinely tested for gestational diabetes, a condition where the body has high blood sugar during pregnancy that can lead to health problems for both mothers and babies. But even when the mother has not reached the threshold for gestational diabetes, higher levels of blood  more
Equipping students and nonprofits for impact
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 6 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * Equipping students and nonprofits for impact * Assistant professor ChiaKo Hung brings a passion for data-driven decision-making and real-world impact to his teaching and research at Penn's School of Social Policy & Practice (SP2). Through his work on nonprofit financial management and philanthropy, he examines long-standing assumptions in the social sector, using evidence to distinguish best   more
Evans studies how shared EV fleets could strengthen the power grid
CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, May 6 -- The University of North Carolina Gillings School of Global Public Health posted the following news: * * * Evans studies how shared EV fleets could strengthen the power grid * Electric vehicles (EVs) reduce the amount of carbon emitted from transportation, but they can also contribute to the stability and efficiency of local electric grids. Halle Evans, MS '25 (environmental sciences and engineering), conducted a research project that explored whether sha  more
Excellence in teaching, advising honored with prestigious MSU faculty, staff awards
STARKVILLE, Mississippi, May 6 -- Mississippi State University posted the following news: * * * Excellence in teaching, advising honored with prestigious MSU faculty, staff awards Exceptional faculty and staff are being honored at Mississippi State with annual awards for outstanding teaching, mentoring and advising. "The quality of the people at the heart of Mississippi State sets our university apart," said Jeff Davis, executive director of the MSU Alumni Association. "Our core missions of  more
FAU Lab Schools Recognized by Discovery Education
BOCA RATON, Florida, May 7 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FAU Lab Schools Recognized by Discovery Education By Jonathan Fraysure A.D. Henderson University School and Florida Atlantic University High School - together known as FAU Lab Schools - are among just six schools nationwide to be selected as "School of the Year" as part of the 2026 Discovery Education Awards. The FAU Lab Schools were honored for   more
FAU Researcher Earns NSF CAREER Award for Air, Water Purification
BOCA RATON, Florida, May 7 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FAU Researcher Earns NSF CAREER Award for Air, Water Purification Award Snapshot: As concerns about air and water pollution continue to grow, scientists are working to improve materials that can capture harmful contaminants before they impact human health and the environment. A key class of these materials - amine-functionalized sorbents - are wide  more
Finding the Heart of Medicine: Amit Chakrabarti's Path to Human-Centered Care
MIAMI, Florida, May 6 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Finding the Heart of Medicine: Amit Chakrabarti's Path to Human-Centered Care * From childhood moments with cancer patients to cardiology and public health research at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Amit Chakrabarti is building a career rooted in service, systems thinking and human connection. When Amit Chakrabarti was 3 or 4 years old, he wandered up to a microph  more
Five Eckerd College Alumni Earn Prestigious National Science Foundation Fellowships
ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, May 7 -- Eckerd College issued the following news: * * * Five Eckerd College alumni earn prestigious National Science Foundation fellowships While many people prefer eating oysters--on the half shell with mignonette, dressed up Rockefeller-style, or fried with lemon wedges and tartar sauce--AJ Gross '23 much prefers studying them. A graduate student at the University of South Florida's College of Marine Science, Gross is researching how pollutants like pesticides and  more
Florida A&M University Announces Dr. Robert Nobles II as SVP for Health Science Enterprise
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 7 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * Florida A&M University Announces Dr. Robert Nobles II as SVP for Health Science Enterprise By Alonda Thomas Florida A&M University (FAMU) announces the appointment of alumnus Robert E. Nobles, II, DrPH, MPH, as the new Senior Vice President for Health Sciences Enterprise and Research Innovation. He will report to Executive Vice President for Health S  more
Four students receive Kansas Biological Survey Student Research Awards for 2026
LAWRENCE, Kansas, May 6 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * Four students receive Kansas Biological Survey Student Research Awards for 2026 The Kansas Biological Survey & Center for Ecological Research at the University of Kansas has awarded $4,000 in funding this spring for student research to be conducted in the coming academic year. Four students will receive assistance through the research center's 2026 Student Research Awards. The students' work covers subjects   more
From Rocket Engines To Restaurant Kitchens: Jose Hernandez's Relentless Pursuit of Better
LOS ANGELES, California, May 6 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * From Rocket Engines To Restaurant Kitchens: Jose Hernandez's Relentless Pursuit of Better * At USC Viterbi's Liquid Propulsion Lab (LPL), Jose Hernandez is helping prepare rocket engines for the moment they come alive. Hernandez, who is graduating in May with a master's degree in astronautical engineering, helps to oversee complex propulsion tests that dema  more
Furman prepares to welcome one of its largest classes in a decade
GREENVILLE, South Carolina, May 6 -- Furman University posted the following news: * * * Furman prepares to welcome one of its largest classes in a decade * As the national enrollment picture remains uncertain and, at times, volatile, Furman University has significantly exceeded its enrollment goals for Fall 2026, preparing to welcome one of its largest incoming classes in a decade -a clear signal that families are choosing an education built on deep investment in every student. Across high  more
Future forecaster: FSU student awarded NOAA Hollings Scholarship to improve machine learning-based weather forecasts
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 6 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Future forecaster: FSU student awarded NOAA Hollings Scholarship to improve machine learning-based weather forecasts * For as long as he can remember, Florida State University sophomore and Presidential Scholar James "LJ" Dunphy has had a fascination with weather and a knack for data-driven science. Now, those interests have led him to be named a recipient of one of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric A  more
Gabriel presents 'Zoom Fatigue and the Science of Recovery' at Westwood Lecture Series
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, May 6 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * Gabriel presents 'Zoom Fatigue and the Science of Recovery' at Westwood Lecture Series * Allie Gabriel, the Thomas J. Howatt Chair in Management in the Mitch Daniels School of Business, presented "Zoom Fatigue and the Science of Recovery - How We Can Thrive at Work and Home" at the Westwood Lecture Series on May 5. The lecture was open exclusively to members of the Purdue University Retirees Associ  more
Gabriella Scarlatta Appointed UM-Dearborn Chancellor
DEARBORN, Michigan, May 7 -- The University of Michigan Dearborn Campus issued the following news: * * * Gabriella Scarlatta appointed UM-Dearborn chancellor The U-M Board of Regents will vote on President Domenico Grasso's recommendation at their May 21 meeting in Dearborn. * Gabriella Scarlatta, current interim chancellor of UM-Dearborn, has been appointed as the next chancellor of the university. President Domenico Grasso will present his recommendation to the Board of Regents at its Ma  more
History professor Rosalyn LaPier helps create bison exhibit at Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History
CHAMPAIGN, Illinois, May 6 -- The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus issued the following news: * * * History professor Rosalyn LaPier helps create bison exhibit at Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History An exhibit tracing the cultural and ecological legacy of American bison opens May 7 at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. " Bison: Standing Strong " commemorates both the 250th anniversary of the nation and the 10t  more
Housing Innovation Studio Brings Pratt Students to Miami
BROOKLYN, New York, May 6 -- Pratt Institute, a private university that says it educate artists and professionals to be contributors to society, posted the following news: * * * Housing Innovation Studio Brings Pratt Students to Miami * Much as the Cross Bronx Expressway transformed the South Bronx, Interstate I-95 bisected and upended Miami's Overtown neighborhood in the 1950s, reflecting the car-centric model of urban development favored at the time. As Pratt Undergraduate Architecture stu  more
How 'bacterial zombies' play a role in immunity, evolution
ITHACA, New York, May 6 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * How 'bacterial zombies' play a role in immunity, evolution * Like bacterial zombies, microbes that cause an infection remain biochemically active after they die, continuing to trigger a host's immune system while also making the immune response less effective. In a new interdisciplinary study, Cornell researchers describe the results of a mathematical model developed to explore the generally overlooked role that  more
How a Convening at UC San Diego Could Help Shape California's Quantum Future
LA JOLLA, California, May 6 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * How a Convening at UC San Diego Could Help Shape California's Quantum Future * Key Takeaways * California is shaping its quantum future. The San Diego convening will gather leaders from industry, academia and government to inform the state's strategy. * Quantum computing could unlock powerful new tools. Promising uses include designing materials, preparing cybersecurity for qu  more
How Children's Literature Helped Empower Gay Youth in the 1800s
NEW YORK, May 6 -- The City University of New York Graduate Center posted the following news: * * * How Children's Literature Helped Empower Gay Youth in the 1800s * Long before young adult literature became a category, some writers were using stories for boys to imagine freer lives for queer youth. Eric L. Tribunella (Ph.D. '05, English ), a professor of English at the University of Southern Mississippi, has long studied children's and young adult literature, gay literature, and the histo  more
How do climate extremes alter the behaviors of animal societies?
LOS ANGELES, California, May 6 -- The University of California posted the following news release: * * * How do climate extremes alter the behaviors of animal societies? Key takeaways  * A new study of capuchin monkeys, co-authored by researchers at UCLA and the Max Planck Institute for Animal Behavior, reveals how changes in climatic conditions impact group decisions about foraging strategies, competition with neighbors and use of the landscape. * The findings are backed by data collected   more
Hunters' appreciation of a targeted deer-management program transcends harvest
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 5 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Hunters' appreciation of a targeted deer-management program transcends harvest Too many white-tailed deer are damaging forests in the U.S. by eating young plants before they can grow, limiting forest regeneration and damaging biodiversity. To mitigate this challenge, the Pennsylvania Game Commission implemented an initiative called the Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP) that helps lan  more
Impactful Research and Creative Work Take Center Stage at the 22ndAnnual Student Conference & Showcase at IU Southeast
NEW ALBANY, Indiana, May 6 -- Indiana University Southeast campus posted the following news: * * * Impactful Research and Creative Work Take Center Stage at the 22ndAnnual Student Conference & Showcase at IU Southeast * - 1:- 1:View print quality image about Group standing around presentation poster about Group standing around presentation poster by Audra Kalvar Each spring the IU Southeast Student Conference and Showcase is eagerly anticipated as a favorite highlight of the academic yea  more
IU McKinney Celebrates 2026 Unity Dinner and Gala
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, May 6 -- The Indiana University McKinney School of Law issued the following news release: * * * IU McKinney Celebrates 2026 Unity Dinner and Gala * IU McKinney students honored their peers, faculty, and legal community during the 13th annual Unity Dinner and Gala. The event, with the theme of "Threads of Unity: Celebrating the Fabric of Justice," took place on April 18 at The Heirloom at N.K. Hurst in downtown Indianapolis. It is the work of the Black Law Students Asso  more
Joel Morales Drives Innovation and Efficiency in Financial Compliance for Research at Case Western Reserve
CLEVELAND, Ohio, May 7 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * Joel Morales drives innovation and efficiency in financial compliance for research at Case Western Reserve Joel Morales, Senior Executive Director of Post Award Administration, Post-Award Services and Financial Compliance Area of Focus: Financial compliance for CWRU's research enterprise Story by: Lydia Coutre Joel Morales prides himself on finding new ways to bring simplicity, speed and efficiency t  more
John Carroll University: Student Researcher Brings AI-Driven Rehabilitation Technology to Global Stage
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, Ohio, May 7 -- John Carroll University issued the following news: * * * Student Researcher Brings AI-Driven Rehabilitation Technology to Global Stage When the SPIE Defense + Security conference brought together leading researchers and innovators from across the globe last week, one presenter, a sophomore at John Carroll University, shared his augmented reality system, "HoloPose," that has the potential to make an impact in rehabilitation. Wilson Vong '28, a Computer Scie  more
Jones named Higher Ed Hero by Insight Into Academia
OXFORD, Ohio, May 6 -- Miami University posted the following news: * * * Jones named Higher Ed Hero by Insight Into Academia * Impactful mentors made all the difference for Andrew Jones. They opened doors and highlighted opportunities, illuminating the path that led to Jones becoming a groundbreaking researcher and renowned educator. Now an associate professor of Chemical, Paper, and Biomedical Engineering at Miami University, Jones is doing his part to give back to the next generation o  more
Judith Rosenbaum-Andre to serve as next dean of the KU School of Journalism & Mass Communications
LAWRENCE, Kansas, May 6 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * Judith Rosenbaum-Andre to serve as next dean of the KU School of Journalism & Mass Communications The University of Kansas has selected Judith Rosenbaum-Andre, associate dean for faculty affairs and administration in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Maine, as the next dean of the William Allen White School of Journalism & Mass Communications. Rosenbaum-Andre is also the chair of   more
Junior Veronica Bofah named 2026 Key into Public Service Scholar
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, May 6 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news: * * * Junior Veronica Bofah named 2026 Key into Public Service Scholar * University of Notre Dame junior Veronica Bofah, of Charlotte, North Carolina, is among 20 recipients of a 2026 Key into Public Service Scholarship from Phi Beta Kappa. Bofah is Notre Dame's sixth Key into Public Service Scholar since the program was established in 2020. The Key into Public Service Scholarship highlights the wide rang  more
KWU DECA Excels Once Again at International Competition
SALINA, Kansas, May 6 -- Kansas Wesleyan University issued the following news release: * * * KWU DECA Excels Once Again at International Competition Kansas Wesleyan's DECA team continues to excel at the international level, led by a trio of top-three finishes and eight top-10 results at the International DECA Competition held April 18-21 in Louisville, Ky. More than 1200 students competed from more than 100 colleges and universities. Courtney Auld '26 (Collinsville, Okla.) and Jordan Grimes   more
Lander University: SC Chief Justice Encourages Lander Grads to Lead With Mind and Heart
GREENWOOD, South Carolina, May 7 -- Lander University issued the following news: * * * SC Chief Justice Encourages Lander Grads to Lead with Mind and Heart Karen Petit As Lander University graduates prepared to step into the next chapter of their lives, South Carolina Chief Justice John W. Kittredge encouraged them to embrace the moments that shape character and purpose in life. Drawing from his own journey in law, public service and life, Kittredge shared lessons of practical wisdom that th  more
Legacy of Leadership: Dr. Faye Glenn Abdellah and the Transformation of Military Nursing
BETHESDA, Maryland, May 6 -- The Uniformed Services University posted the following news: * * * A Legacy of Leadership: Dr. Faye Glenn Abdellah and the Transformation of Military Nursing Few figures have shaped modern nursing as profoundly as Faye Glenn Abdellah-a visionary leader, pioneering researcher, and founding Dean of the Daniel K. Inouye Graduate School of Nursing at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU). A retired Rear Admiral in the U.S. Public Health Servic  more
LIGHT report: A.C. Casinos a Leading Economic Driver in Region
GALLOWAY, New Jersey, May 6 (TNSrpt) -- Stockton University posted the following news: * * * LIGHT report: A.C. Casinos a Leading Economic Driver in Region * Atlantic City, N.J. -The Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality & Tourism (LIGHT) at Stockton University -in collaboration with the Casino Association of New Jersey (CANJ) -released its third annual report today titled "2025 Impact: Atlantic City Casino Industry." According to the report, despite the challenges of the curren  more
Longtime Law School faculty member Beth Farmer makes $2 million bequest
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 6 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Longtime Law School faculty member Beth Farmer makes $2 million bequest * CARLISLE and UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - Penn State Dickinson Law Distinguished Professor of Law Emerita Beth Farmer understands the impact education can have on a life. Her family espoused the benefits of learning while Farmer grew up, and she has never forgotten that lesson. Now she has made a gift to help others pursue   more
Longwood Senior's Research Probes Anti-cancer Properties of Acacia Trees
FARMVILLE, Virginia, May 7 -- Longwood University issued the following news release: * * * Longwood senior's research probes anti-cancer properties of acacia trees Most college seniors spend spring semester worrying about finals and graduation. Jaedyn Colon '26 spent his researching a potential breakthrough in cancer immunotherapy treatments. Colon, who aspires to attend medical school, researched the anti-cancer properties of acacia tree extracts with Dr. Amorette Barber, professor of biolo  more
Lucy Cunliffe Awarded Chancellor's Medal for Excellence in Undergraduate Research at UVA Wise
WISE, Virginia, May 7 -- The University of Virginia College at Wise issued the following news: * * * Lucy Cunliffe Awarded Chancellor's Medal for Excellence in Undergraduate Research at UVA Wise Dedra Duty The University of Virginia's College at Wise (UVA Wise) proudly recognizes Lucy Cunliffe as the recipient of the 2026 Chancellor's Medal for Excellence in Undergraduate Research, one of the institution's highest honors for undergraduate scholarship. The Chancellor's Medal is awarded annua  more
Materials science and engineering professor Joshua Robinson named MRI director
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 6 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Materials science and engineering professor Joshua Robinson named MRI director * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - Joshua A. Robinson, professor of materials science and engineering at Penn State, has been named director of the University's Materials Research Institute (MRI), effective July 1. "Josh has a proven track record of identifying opportunities, building structure, connecting people and, ul  more
Megan Haughey Named Athletic Director of Rutgers University-Newark
NEWARK, New Jersey, May 6 -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * Megan Haughey Named Athletic Director of Rutgers University-Newark Megan Haughey, a Rutgers alumna and deputy athletic director at Stevens Institute of Technology, has been named Rutgers University-Newark's new athletic director, Chancellor Tonya Smith-Jackson announced yesterday. Haughey, who begins her role July 20, brings a record of success as both an administrator and coach, most notably as head coach of th  more
Method for stress-testing cloud computing algorithms helps avoid network failures
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 6 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * Method for stress-testing cloud computing algorithms helps avoid network failures * Researchers from MIT and elsewhere have developed a more user-friendly and efficient method to help networking engineers identify potential system failures before they cause major problems, like a cloud service outage that leaves millions of users unable to access applications. The technique uncover  more
Montana State professor Elizabeth Johnson wins national award for healthcare design education
BOZEMAN, Montana, May 6 -- Montana State University issued the following news: * * * Montana State professor Elizabeth Johnson wins national award for healthcare design education Montana State University assistant nursing professor Elizabeth Johnson has earned recognition by the magazine Healthcare Design for her outstanding leadership in pushing the industry of healthcare design forward. The publication hosts annual HCD 10 awards to recognize individuals and organizations across 10 categor  more
More structural protein can make tumors softer, the inverse of how lab tumors are made, study finds
CHAMPAIGN, Illinois, May 6 -- The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus issued the following news: * * * More structural protein can make tumors softer, the inverse of how lab tumors are made, study finds Higher levels of the structural proteins collagen and fibrin around a tumor counterintuitively make the tissue softer -the opposite of conventional thinking, a new study shows. Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign found that the interplay of these proteins can   more
MSU to reimagine faculty promotion and advancement through national MA3 Challenge grant
EAST LANSING, Michigan, May 6 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * MSU to reimagine faculty promotion and advancement through national MA3 Challenge grant * Michigan State University has been awarded a $250,000 grant through the inaugural Modernizing Academic Appointment and Advancement, or MA3, Challenge, strengthening a university-wide effort to reimagine how faculty and academic staff are recognized and supported in their career advancement. The national initiativ  more
National Institutes of Health Grant Terminations Disproportionately Impact Minority Scientists
LA JOLLA, California, May 6 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * National Institutes of Health Grant Terminations Disproportionately Impact Minority Scientists * Key Takeaways * A national survey of 941 scientists whose National Institutes of Health (NIH) grants were terminated in 2025 found the cuts disproportionately affected minority researchers. * Researchers from marginalized groups were both overrepresented among those whose grants we  more
National Science Foundation Awards CAREER Grant to Villanova Engineering Professor
VILLANOVA, Pennsylvania, May 6 -- Villanova University issued the following news release: * * * National Science Foundation Awards CAREER Grant to Villanova Engineering Professor * VILLANOVA, Pa. (May 6, 2026) -The National Science Foundation (NSF) has named Tommaso Cappello, PhD, assistant professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and director of the High-Performance RF Lab at Villanova University's College of Engineering (COE), as a recipient of the Early Career Development (CAREER)  more
NAU Regents' Professor Bruce Hungate elected to National Academy of Sciences
FLAGSTAFF, Arizona, May 6 -- Northern Arizona University posted the following news: * * * NAU Regents' Professor Bruce Hungate elected to National Academy of Sciences * NAU Regents' Professor of ecosystem science Bruce Hungate has been elected to the 2026 class of National Academy of Sciences (NAS) members-one of the highest honors a scientist can receive. Hungate is one of 120 new U.S. members and 25 international members elected this year. After he's formally inducted, the professor will  more
NDSU and Casselton partners share stories from "Collecting Casselton" and launch deep mapping prototype
FARGO, North Dakota, May 6 -- North Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * NDSU and Casselton partners share stories from "Collecting Casselton" and launch deep mapping prototype NDSU and community partners in Casselton will present a selection of stories uncovered through "Collecting Casselton," a semester-long research project on the town and introduce a new digital mapping initiative designed to document the history of the Red River Valley through deep mapping. A deep ma  more
Nelson selected as vice chancellor for research and innovation
LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 6 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news: * * * Nelson selected as vice chancellor for research and innovation Jennifer Mize Nelson has been named the vice chancellor for research and innovation at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, following a rigorous internal search process. The appointment, announced May 6 by Interim Chancellor Katherine S. Ankerson, is pending approval by the University of Nebraska Board of Regents.  "Jennifer is a respected, co  more
Next Elite Sports Physical Therapists
ORLANDO, Florida, May 6 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * The Next Elite Sports Physical Therapists * Alvaro Zapata and Tsianna Barnwell have never feared the highest level of competition. They crave it. Growing up, soccer, track and football lit internal fires that burn to this day, which helps explain how they made it into an exclusive cohort: the UCF and Orlando Health sports physical therapy residency. With just two residents accepted each year, Zapata  more
NJIT Students Continue Record-Breaking Rise in Prestigious Fellowships and Awards
NEWARK, New Jersey, May 7 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * NJIT Students Continue Record-Breaking Rise in Prestigious Fellowships and Awards Written by: Nayib Moran Students at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) have again achieved an impressive amount of prestigious awards this year with 16 students earning nationally competitive scholarships and fellowships. Their achievement continues an NJIT run, with Highlanders amassing 47(and counting)   more
Northwestern University: Digital Archive Reveals How NIH Built the Field of Genomics
EVANSTON, Illinois, May 7 (TNSjou) -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * Digital archive reveals how NIH built the field of genomics Study details how taxpayer-funded agencies choose what science to support, previously a 'black box' * Northwestern-developed software enabled analysis of Human Genome Project archive * NIH supported academic scientists, developed shared research infrastructure, study found * Continuity of NIH leadership preserved expertise across  more
Northwestern University: FDA Blocking Research Findings 'Has No Place in a Democratic Society,' Expert Says
EVANSTON, Illinois, May 7 -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * FDA blocking research findings 'has no place in a democratic society,' expert says Northwestern scientists can speak about FDA's withdrawal of COVID-19, shingles vaccine research * CHICAGO --- Northwestern University scientists are available to speak to media about reports that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) blocked the publication of publicly funded research that found COVID-19 and shingle  more
Northwestern University: XPO Inc. CEO to Discuss Tech and Culture in the Freight Industry
EVANSTON, Illinois, May 7 -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * XPO, Inc. CEO to discuss tech and culture in the freight industry Mario Harik will deliver the Patterson Transportation Lecture on May 13 * Mario Harik, chair and chief executive officer of XPO, Inc., will discuss how a performance-driven culture and advanced technology are reshaping success in the freight transportation industry, during the 44th Annual William A. Patterson Distinguished Transporta  more
Northwood University Recognized Among Top Sales Programs Nationally
MIDLAND, Michigan, May 6 -- Northwood University posted the following news: * * * Northwood University Recognized Among Top Sales Programs Nationally * Northwood University has been recognized by the Sales Education Foundation as one of the Top Sales Programs in the United States for 2025-2026, marking the third consecutive year the university has received this prestigious national distinction. The recognition highlights Northwood University's continued commitment to developing future sale  more
Novin AgriTech receives USDA grant to develop novel traits for wheat, accelerate trait integration
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, May 6 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * Novin AgriTech receives USDA grant to develop novel traits for wheat, accelerate trait integration Novin AgriTech, a startup whose platform combines agricultural expertise and biotechnology to develop novel traits for cereal crops, has received an eight-month, $174,906 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Institute of Food an  more
Ohio State program pairs scientists, MBA students to advance technology
COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 6 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * Ohio State program pairs scientists, MBA students to advance technology * A new program at The Ohio State University fosters collaboration between science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) researchers and master's in business administration (MBA) students. The Future Leaders in Innovation and Entrepreneurship (FLIE) program is designed to team graduate students from business and STEM fields to exp  more
Oregon State University PTIE Delegation Visits UW to Advance Innovation and Entrepreneurship Recognition
LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 7 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news: * * * Oregon State University PTIE Delegation Visits UW to Advance Innovation and Entrepreneurship Recognition A delegation of the Promotion and Tenure - Innovation and Entrepreneurship (PTIE) initiative visited the University of Wyoming April 20-21 as part of Research and Discovery Days. PTIE (pronounced "P-Tie") is a global movement dedicated to the inclusive recognition of innovation and entrepreneurship contr  more
Penn State Beaver Undergraduate Exhibition Showcases Student Research
MONACA, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- Pennsylvania State University Beaver campus issued the following news: * * * Penn State Beaver Undergraduate Exhibition showcases student research Penn State Beaver students presented their research, engaged scholarship and creative activity projects April 29 at the 25th annual John R. Chapin Undergraduate Exhibition. The exhibition is overseen by a committee of faculty, administrators and staff and was co-chaired this year by Amy Deuink, head librarian at Penn  more
Penn State-Berks LaunchBox Announces Five 'Imagine' Your Business' Grant Recipients
READING, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- Pennsylvania State University Berks campus issued the following news: * * * Berks LaunchBox announces five new 'IMAGINE Your Business' grant recipients By Lisa R. Baldi The Berks LaunchBox powered by Penn State has announced five recipients of its IMAGINE Your Business grant, designed to help early-stage entrepreneurs accelerate their business growth. The program awards up to $2,000 to assist startups with prototyping, marketing, product development and other  more
Penn State-Great Valley: Former NFL Player and Education Advocate to Speak at Great Valley Golf Outing
MALVERN, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- Pennsylvania State University Great Valley campus issued the following news: * * * Former NFL player and education advocate to speak at Great Valley golf outing Lydell Sargeant, former Nittany Lion and Buffalo Bill, will speak at May 19 golf outing By Allison S. Duncan Lydell Sargeant, former Nittany Lions and Buffalo Bills football player and now senior director of development for Penn State's College of the Liberal Arts, will serve as the keynote speaker at  more
Professor Maryellen Fullerton: Refugee Law Scholar and Teacher Without Borders
BROOKLYN, New York, May 6 -- Brooklyn Law School posted the following news: * * * Professor Maryellen Fullerton: Refugee Law Scholar and Teacher Without Borders * Professor Maryellen Fullerton is one of five professors retiring after this spring semester. To share a memory of or to send greetings to Professor Fullerton, please send an email to communications@brooklaw.edu with the subject line "Professor Fullerton Retirement." She would love to hear from her former students and colleagues.   more
Psychology Professor Earns Prestigious IU Award
GARY, Indiana, May 7 -- The Indiana University Northwest campus issued the following news: * * * Psychology professor earns prestigious IU award IU Northwest professor honored for impact in the classroom * Teaching is a dream job for Maureen Rutherford. While the associate professor of psychology started her academic career with the intention of becoming a physician, her job shadowing experience showed her that medical school wasn't the right path for her. Instead, Rutherford headed off t  more
Purdue embraces bold experiment in rethinking STEM education
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, May 6 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * Purdue embraces bold experiment in rethinking STEM education Building on a decade of national recognition, Purdue University is expanding its Cornerstone Integrated Liberal Arts program in 2026 with new interdisciplinary initiatives focused on civic learning, research and engagement. Cornerstone's model -integrating liberal arts learning across Purdue's STEM, health, agriculture and business fields -  more
Purdue University professor Zubin Jacob earns prestigious Guggenheim fellowship
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, May 6 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * Purdue University professor Zubin Jacob earns prestigious Guggenheim fellowship Zubin Jacob, the Elmore Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, has been named a 2026 Guggenheim fellow, a program that champions the talents of the exceptional scholars and artists whose passions often have broad and immediate social impact. Jac  more
PVCC Nursing Students Represent on National Stage at Houston's NSNA Convention
PHOENIX, May 6 -- Paradise Valley Community College issued the following news: * * * PVCC Nursing Students Represent on National Stage at Houston's NSNA Convention Students from Paradise Valley Community College's Nursing Program joined peers from across the country and around the world for a week of learning, connection, and professional growth at the National Student Nurses' Association Convention in Houston, Texas last month. The trip, which also included two PVCC nursing instructors, wa  more
RCCD Earns Gold and Bronze Professional Awards, Showcases Thought Leadership at Statewide Conference
RIVERSIDE, California, May 6 -- The Riverside Community College District issued the following news: * * * RCCD Earns Gold and Bronze Professional Awards, Showcases Thought Leadership at Statewide Conference The Riverside Community College District (RCCD) proudly announces it has earned both a Gold in the category note/card/invitation-print and a Bronze Professional Award for promotional viewbook at the 2026 Community College Public Relations Organization (CCPRO) Conference, recognizing the Di  more
Reimagining a shelter as a supportive space for childhood
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 6 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * Reimagining a shelter as a supportive space for childhood * At a glance, graduating fourth-years Connie Ni, Darlene Leohansson, and Chloe Chang have dramatically different academic pursuits. Though they all study in the College of Arts & Sciences, Ni is a health and societies major, Leohansson a neuroscience major, and Chang a creative writing major. But as good friends throughout their time   more
Rice accelerates faculty growth -- on track to expand hires by 30% -- while advancing strategic vision for global impact
HOUSTON, Texas, May 6 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice accelerates faculty growth -- on track to expand hires by 30% -- while advancing strategic vision for global impact * Rice University is rapidly advancing one of the most ambitious faculty expansion efforts in its history, reinforcing a commitment to world-class research, transformative teaching and global impact. Just over halfway through a plan to grow faculty by 25-30%, the university has already hired   more
Rice sophomore honored by prestigious academic honor society for efforts in public health and policy
HOUSTON, Texas, May 6 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice sophomore honored by prestigious academic honor society for efforts in public health and policy * Rice University sophomore Saami Baig has been selected as a Phi Beta Kappa Key into Public Service Scholar, a national honor recognizing students for their academic achievement and commitment to careers in government and public policy. Baig was one of just 20 students selected from a highly competitive pool   more
Roundup: TSU Graduates Take the Lead With Purpose and High-Level Global Ambitions
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 7 -- Tennessee State University issued the following news: * * * Roundup: TSU Graduates Take the Lead with Purpose and High-Level Global Ambitions Emmanuel Freeman Approximately 1,400 students walked across the stage at the Gentry Center Complex on May 1 and 2 as Tennessee State University celebrated its Spring 2026 Commencement. The ceremonies marked a major milestone for 200 graduate and 1,200 undergraduate students, with a shift from academic preparation to high-  more
RWU's KidWind Program Turns Wind Energy Into Hands-On Discovery for Local Fourth Graders
BRISTOL, Rhode Island, May 6 -- Roger Williams University posted the following news: * * * RWU's KidWind Program Turns Wind Energy Into Hands-On Discovery for Local Fourth Graders * BRISTOL, R.I. - With the roar of spinning turbines and cheers of excitement, local fourth graders watched as their handmade wind turbines came to life. Some tested the pitch of their blades. Others explained their designs to engineers. All of them were part of a project that has become a signature example of ex  more
Saharra Dixon Receives Renee Fleming NeuroArts Investigator Award
AMHERST, Massachusetts, May 6 -- The University of Massachusetts posted the following news: * * * Saharra Dixon Receives Renee Fleming NeuroArts Investigator Award * Saharra Dixon, community health education doctoral candidate in the School of Public Health and Health Sciences, is co-principal investigator on one of 10 teams of artists and early career researchers named as 2026 Renee Fleming Neuroarts Investigator Awards recipients.Each team will receive a grant of $25,000 to support an inte  more
Samford History Students Discover Faith, Community Through Sacred Harp Tradition
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, May 5 -- Samford University issued the following news release: * * * Samford History Students Discover Faith, Community Through Sacred Harp Tradition * This semester, Samford history students taking Oral History: Family, Faith, Folklore and Food, taught by professor of history Jonathan Bass, stepped into a living tradition that has shaped Southern culture for generations: Sacred Harp singing. For many, the experience began with curiosity and a steep learning curve. "  more
SCALE expands its national impact, becomes Purdue's largest federally funded research effort
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, May 6 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * SCALE expands its national impact, becomes Purdue's largest federally funded research effort The Scalable Asymmetric Lifecycle Engagement (SCALE) program, the only U.S. defense microelectronics public-private-academic workforce development consortium, is now Purdue University's largest-ever federally funded research effort. SCALE leaders announced more than $100 million in total funding from the Depa  more
School Award Ceremony Recognizes Outstanding Faculty, Staff, Students
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 6 -- Emory University Rollins School of Public Health posted the following news release: * * * School Award Ceremony Recognizes Outstanding Faculty, Staff, Students * For the fourth year in a row, Rollins hosted a community awards ceremony to honor outstanding faculty, staff, and students with public recognition for their contributions to the school and to public health. Held in the Margaret H. Rollins Room, people from across departments and ranks came to cheer on coll  more
State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry: Dr. John Stella Named ESF Exemplary Researcher
NEW YORK, May 7 -- The State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry issued the following news: * * * Dr. John Stella Named ESF Exemplary Researcher SYRACUSE, N.Y. -- May 6, 2026 -- Dr. John Stella has been named Exemplary Researcher for 2026-27 at the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. The Exemplary Researcher Award recognizes active researchers who demonstrate outstanding publication records, impactful research programs and strong mentorship of   more
Stevens Institute of Technology: Road to Innovation Expo 2026 0 AI Data Center Site Selection
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, May 7 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Road to Innovation Expo 2026: AI Data Center Site Selection Stevens School of Business consulting team builds a framework to find where the AI infrastructure boom should go next * The race to build the infrastructure behind artificial intelligence has created the new and urgent challenge of finding the right places to put it. Hyperscale data centers, the massive facilities that power AI, cloud com  more
Stop pursuing happiness. Build something stronger.
WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina, May 6 -- Wake Forest University posted the following news: * * * Stop pursuing happiness. Build something stronger. * Society often views happiness as a destination to be reached through self-help books and the advice of Instagram influencers. Christian Waugh, professor of psychology at Wake Forest University, says the pursuit of resilience-rather than happiness-provides a more sustainable framework for navigating life's stressors. Waugh studies emotions, str  more
Student research, behavioral health access take center stage at Kentucky Psychology Student Conference
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 6 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news: * * * Student research, behavioral health access take center stage at Kentucky Psychology Student Conference Kentucky State University hosts statewide gathering that expands research engagement, faculty mentorship, and professional pathways for psychology students  * For Kentucky State University psychology students, research is becoming more than a classroom assignment. It is becoming a professional expecta  more
Study seeks more accurate climate metrics for New Jersey's wetland restoration projects
GLASSBORO, New Jersey, May 6 -- Rowan University posted the following news: * * * Study seeks more accurate climate metrics for New Jersey's wetland restoration projects * Marshes are underappreciated ecosystems that protect New Jersey's shoreline from storms and floods, provide habitats for fish and waterfowl, and offer both economic and recreational opportunities for humans. But there's another reason scientists are working to restore these tidal wetland ecosystems: they have a unique pote  more
Study shows how libraries can transform into health literacy hubs
NEW YORK, May 6 -- The City University of New York Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy posted the following news release: * * * Study shows how libraries can transform into health literacy hubs * Research led by Associate Professor Sasha Fleary demonstrates how public libraries can strengthen their role as trusted health spaces by adopting organizational health literacy principles. Along with co-authors Kevin Sifa Gonzalez of Queens Public Library (QPL) and Sarah Montricher   more
Study: To combat the youth vaping epidemic, AI can help determine cessation strategies that will work best
BUFFALO, New York, May 6 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * Study: To combat the youth vaping epidemic, AI can help determine cessation strategies that will work best UB cancer researchers applied machine learning and XAI to find out why some tactics work and others don't  By Ellen Goldbaum * Nationwide, young people aged 18-24 are the heaviest users of e-cigarettes, with 38.4% of youth reporting habitual use. E-cigarettes   more
SUNY-Upstate Medical Campus President Dr Mantosh Dewan to Receive Honorary Degree at Syracuse University Commencement Sunday
SYRACUSE, New York, May 7 -- The State University of New York Upstate Medical University campus issued the following news: * * * Upstate President Dr Mantosh Dewan to receive honorary degree at Syracuse University Commencement Sunday Upstate Medical University President Mantosh Dewan, MD, will receive an honorary degree from Syracuse University at its Commencement ceremony May 10. Dewan, who also serves as the Alan and Marlene Norton Presidential Chair, is being recognized with an honorary d  more
Syracuse University: From Campus to Los Alamos - Lucas Heffler '26 Joins Frontier of American Science
SYRACUSE, New York, May 7 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * From Campus to Los Alamos: Lucas Heffler '26 Joins Frontier of American Science Heffler credits hands-on lab coursework, industry-experienced faculty and Department of Energy summer training for his new role. Emma Ertinger Lucas Heffler '26 is heading to one of the most storied research institutions in the world. The chemical engineering senior has accepted a position at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) i  more
Syracuse University: Maxwell's Chronos Conference Showcases History Research
SYRACUSE, New York, May 7 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Maxwell's CHRONOS Conference Showcases History Research Now in its 5th year, the student-run history journal conference drew researchers from four universities. * Maxwell School senior Abbey Fitzpatrick spent last summer doing archival research in Hollywood. This spring, she brought those findings to a lectern in the University's Bird Library at the 5th Annual CHRONOS Undergraduate History Conference. Fitzpat  more
Tarleton State University: Faculty Research, Innovation Recognized at Texas Conference
STEPHENVILLE, Texas, May 7 -- Tarleton State University issued the following news: * * * Faculty Research, Innovation Recognized at Texas Conference Three Tarleton State University faculty members have been recognized at the Texas Innovation Conference Awards for their leadership in translating research into real-world solutions that advance industry, improve lives and address global challenges. Dr. Rajani Srinivasan, Dr. Bryant Wyatt and Dr. Abolghassem Zabihollah were honored for their wor  more
Texas A&M Engineering: Aggies in the Artemis Era
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 7 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Aggies in the Artemis era Artemis II's safe return was a team effort on a massive scale -- and three Aggie engineers were among the many who made it possible. * Millions watched, eagerly awaiting the safe return of Artemis II as its crew re-entered the atmosphere, braving temperatures exceeding 3,000 degrees and forces nearly four times Earth's normal gravity. As the world look  more
Thiel College Center for Speech-Language Pathology Services launches free preschool program
GREENVILLE, Pennsylvania, May 6 -- Thiel College issued the following news release: * * * Thiel College Center for Speech-Language Pathology Services launches free preschool program * GREENVILLE, Pa.-Thiel College's Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program is expanding clinical learning opportunities and community services with the launch of "Bundles of Learning," a play-based language development program for preschool-aged children at the Thiel Center for Speech-Language Servi  more
This Algorithmic Framework Is Discovering Novel Chip Designs Never Invented Before
LOS ANGELES, California, May 6 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * This Algorithmic Framework Is Discovering Novel Chip Designs Never Invented Before * Every time you make a call over Bluetooth, connect to Wi-Fi, or let your car's radar scan the road ahead, a tiny chip is doing the invisible work of sending and receiving radio signals. Designing those chips well has always required years of training and months of painstaking  more
Three to receive honorary doctorates at SDSU commencement
BROOKINGS, South Dakota, May 6 -- South Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * Three to receive honorary doctorates at SDSU commencement * Three individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to South Dakota and beyond will receive honorary doctorates from South Dakota State University and the South Dakota Board of Regents at the university's 140th commencement May 9 at First Bank & Trust Arena. The highest honor bestowed by the regents and university, an honorary   more
Three UC San Diego Professors Elected to National Academy of Sciences
LA JOLLA, California, May 6 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * Three UC San Diego Professors Elected to National Academy of Sciences * The National Academy of Sciences elected three faculty from the University of California San Diego to membership, one of the most prestigious honors awarded to American scientists and engineers. Arshad Desai from the Department of Cell and Developmental Biology and Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine,  more
Three Whitman Seniors Named 2026 Watson Fellows
WALLA WALLA, Washington, May 7 -- Whitman College issued the following news: * * * Three Whitman Seniors Named 2026 Watson Fellows From human-animal relationships to small businesses on the African continent to rural health care access, three soon-to-be graduates will take their learning beyond Whitman and into the world By Lina Paykar '29 Whitman College seniors Riley Cooper, Maryanne Ndung'u and Darta Sipola have been awarded the prestigious Watson Fellowship, which offers a unique opport  more
Trine faculty receive annual awards
ANGOLA, Indiana, May 6 -- Trine University posted the following news: * * * Trine faculty receive annual awards * Trine University honored faculty members during its annual year-end awards ceremony, held prior to Commencement on Saturday, May 2. McKetta-Smith Excellence in Teaching The McKetta-Smith Excellence in Teaching Awards were established for the faculty by Trustee Emeritus John J. McKetta, Ph.D., in 1989. John Liu, Ph.D., associate professor, Wade Department of Mechanical and A  more
Tulane University names Dylan Parrilla-Koester as director of bands
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, May 8 -- Tulane University issued the following news release: * * * Tulane University names Dylan Parrilla-Koester as director of bands * Tulane University has appointed Dylan Parrilla-Koester as its new director of bands, formalizing his leadership of one of the university's most visible and culturally vital programs. Parrilla-Koester, an alumnus and former member of the Tulane University Marching Band, has served as interim director of bands since November, overse  more
Tulane University names Dylan Parrilla-Koester as director of bands
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, May 6 -- Tulane University issued the following news release: * * * Tulane University names Dylan Parrilla-Koester as director of bands * Tulane University has appointed Dylan Parrilla-Koester as its new director of bands, formalizing his leadership of one of the university's most visible and culturally vital programs. Parrilla-Koester, an alumnus and former member of the Tulane University Marching Band, has served as interim director of bands since November, overse  more
Tuskegee University Celebrates IChrom Solutions' CHRONECT Symbiosis HPLC Donation to Advance Research and Student Learning
TUSKEGEE, Alabama, May 7 -- The Tuskegee University posted the following news: * * * Tuskegee University Celebrates iChrom Solutions' CHRONECT Symbiosis HPLC Donation to Advance Research and Student Learning Crystal Drake Tuskegee University recently welcomed leaders from iChrom Solutions to campus to celebrate a transformative investment in scientific research and education: the donation of an advanced High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) system with Integrated Solid Phase Extracti  more
Two Montana State doctoral students win $25,000 scholarships
BOZEMAN, Montana, May 6 -- Montana State University issued the following news: * * * Two Montana State doctoral students win $25,000 scholarships * Size: Lg Med Sm V Elisa Loggers, left, and Anna French, both doctoral students in the Montana State University Department of Ecology, have been awarded $25,000 P.E.O. Scholar Awards. MSU Photo by Marcus "Doc" Cravens BOZEMAN - Anna French studies invertebrate creatures that dwell in freshwater environments. Her fellow Montana State Universi  more
U of A Health Sciences colleges climb in national Blue Ridge rankings
TUCSON, Arizona, May 6 -- The University of Arizona posted the following news release: * * * U of A Health Sciences colleges climb in national Blue Ridge rankings Several University of Arizona Health Sciences colleges rose in the latest Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research rankings as the university expanded its federal research footprint. The R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy anchored this growth, maintaining its No. 4 national ranking for National Institutes of Health funding and leading  more
U of A Health Sciences Colleges Climb in National Blue Ridge Rankings
TUCSON, Arizona, May 7 -- The University of Arizona Health Sciences issued the following news release: * * * U of A Health Sciences colleges climb in national Blue Ridge rankings Bolstered by $18.6 million in federal grants, the R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy maintained its elite No. 4 national position while anchoring a university wide surge in research support. * Several University of Arizona Health Sciences colleges rose in the latest Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research rankings a  more
U of A will award about 10,000 degrees at Commencement
TUCSON, Arizona, May 6 -- The University of Arizona posted the following news release: * * * U of A will award about 10,000 degrees at Commencement * University of Arizona President Suresh Garimella will confer about 10,000 bachelor's, master's, doctoral and professional degrees at the university's 162nd Commencement on May 15. The approximately 90-minute ceremony will begin at 7:30 p.m. at Casino Del Sol Stadium and will be livestreamed on YouTube. More than 30,000 guests attend the unive  more
UAPB Faculty Member Champions Global Engagement in Teaching, Research, Service
PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, May 6 -- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff posted the following news: * * * UAPB Faculty Member Champions Global Engagement in Teaching, Research, Service * The Office of International Programs and Studies at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) is highlighting the work of Dr. Jane Opiri, associate professor of merchandising, textiles and design, who is integrating a global perspective across her teaching, research and outreach activities. "During Gl  more
UB launches WNY Long Covid Resource Center
BUFFALO, New York, May 6 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * UB launches WNY Long Covid Resource Center Center is focused on giving providers the tools they need to improve the care of their patients  By Ellen Goldbaum Long COVID affects about 6-7% of adult Americans and 1% of children, a total of nearly 20 million people. It is a chronic, multi-system disease associated with 200 symptoms that is seen in every demographic. An  more
UB to offer the world's first doctorate in applied ontology
BUFFALO, New York, May 6 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * UB to offer the world's first doctorate in applied ontology How artificial intelligence (AI) will affect different careers in the future remains a matter of conjecture, but one thing is certain: AI development requires applied ontologists. Ontology is a foundational philosophical discipline. Applied ontology uses the ideas and methods of its namesake to integrate data  more
UC Irvine's Paul Merage School of Business Reduces MBA Tuition
IRVINE, California, May 7 -- The University of California Irvine campus issued the following news release: * * * UC Irvine's Paul Merage School of Business reduces MBA tuition Decrease in fees expands access for working professionals * Tuition fees for UC Irvine's Flex MBA program will now fall below the federal loan cap for graduate business degrees. * Artificial intelligence and emerging technologies will be more intentionally integrated into core business disciplines. * The Paul Merage  more
UC Merced Project Aimed at Making Autonomous Cars Safer with NVDIA
MERCED, California, May 6 -- The University of California Merced issued the following news: * * * UC Merced Project Aimed at Making Autonomous Cars Safer with NVDIA * Road changes such as lane shifts, new signs and speed-limit modifications can be confusing to drivers, both human and mechanical. A human driver can quickly perceive and understand new or temporary changes to road conditions. A new project at UC Merced aims to deliver that same swift processing power to autonomous cars. "Th  more
UC Regents Approve UCSF Bakar Ear & Hearing Institute
SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 7 -- The University of California San Francisco campus issued the following news release: * * * UC Regents Approve New UCSF Bakar Ear & Hearing Institute Mission Bay facility will unite research and care to advance treatments for hearing loss. * The University of California Board of Regents has approved plans for a new, state-of-the-art ear and hearing institute at UC San Francisco's Mission Bay campus, taking the first step to creating one of the world's lead  more
UHealth's Qalsody Clinic Provides Cutting-Edge Care for ALS Patients
MIAMI, Florida, May 6 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * UHealth's Qalsody Clinic Provides Cutting-Edge Care for ALS Patients * Summary * The University of Miami's Qalsody Clinic is one of six specialty clinics at the ALS Center tailored to meet the needs of patients with Lou Gehrig's disease. * The Qalsody Clinic has become one of the nation's top clinics for patients with SOD1 ALS. * Tofersen is helping some ALS patients regain ab  more
UIS Study Shows Illinois Split on Chicago Bears Move
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, May 7 -- The University of Illinois Springfield campus issued the following news: * * * UIS study shows Illinois split on Chicago Bears move Author: Blake Wood A new analysis from the University of Illinois Springfield Center for State Policy and Leadership, originally published by NPR Illinois, explores Illinois residents' opinions on the potential relocation of the Chicago Bears and the use of public funding for a new stadium. The analysis is based on a survey of 1,  more
UK students, alumni earn NSF Graduate Research Fellowships
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, May 5 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news: * * * UK students, alumni earn NSF Graduate Research Fellowships * Twelve University of Kentucky students and recent graduates have been awarded U.S. National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships. The National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship Program, the country's oldest graduate fellowship program directly supporting graduate students, recognizes and supports outstanding g  more
UNC Selects Provost and Executive Vice President
GREELEY, Colorado, May 7 -- The University of Northern Colorado issued the following news: * * * UNC Selects New Provost and Executive Vice President Respected administrator and academic leader brings extensive experience in student success and faculty engagement Written by Deanna Herbert After a nationwide search launched in January, the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) has selected Nancy Marchand-Martella, Ph.D., as the university's new provost and executive vice president. She begin  more
UNC-School of Medicine Issues Newsworthy From the School of Medicine for Week of May 1-7, 2026
CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, May 7 -- The University of North Carolina School of Medicine issued the following wrapup, Newsworthy From the School of Medicine for Week of May 1-7, 2026: * * * Newsworthy from the School of Medicine, Week of May 1 - May 7 The below clickable headlines link directly to outside media outlets, which featured UNC School of Medicine faculty starting Friday, May 1, 2026. * Bubble Tea: 'Metabolically Louder Than We Think' (https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/bubble-t  more
UNE Students Demonstrate Impactful Solutions to Planetary Health at Earth Day Innovation Showcase
BIDDEFORD, Maine, May 7 -- The University of New England issued the following news: * * * UNE students demonstrate impactful solutions to planetary health at Earth Day Innovation Showcase Student innovators demonstrated their long-term projects designed to respond to real needs in Maine and beyond Story by Alan Bennett On Earth Day, as the University of New England announced the launch of the David Evans Shaw Institute of Public and Planetary Health, students across disciplines gathered to   more
University of Arkansas Walton College of Business: Quarterly Business Luncheon to Examine Economic Uncertainty, Consumer Optimism, Regional Trends
FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, May 7 -- The University of Arkansas Walton College of Business issued the following news: * * * Quarterly Business Luncheon to Examine Economic Uncertainty, Consumer Optimism, Regional Trends The latest Quarterly Business Analysis luncheon will examine consumer optimism influenced by tax refunds and high gasoline prices, while also addressing key challenges contributing to ongoing economic uncertainty. This quarterly luncheon will be offered June 4 by the Center for B  more
University of Connecticut: Forging a Stronger Future
STORRS, Connecticut, May 6 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news: * * * Forging a Stronger Future UConn's Metalworking Club, an extension of the College of Engineering's (CoE) materials science and engineering department, has been awarded a Forging Industry Educational and Research Foundation (FIERF) Forging Club grant. Funds from the grant will be used to purchase new equipment and to allow students to focus more on the forging aspect of metalworking.  Founded in 1961,  more
University of Houston: Study Suggests 'Freedom Framing' More Effective Than Mandates for Vaccine-Hesitant Americans
HOUSTON, Texas, May 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * New Study Suggests 'Freedom Framing' More Effective Than Mandates for Vaccine-Hesitant Americans University of Houston Researchers Suggest Public Health Campaigns Should Align Messaging with Personal Values By Kelly Schafler -- 713-743-1153, kmschafler@central.uh.edu Key Takeaways * A new study from the University of Houston's C. T. Bauer College of Business suggests that effective public health co  more
University of Idaho study uses virtual fencing to reduce conflict between cattle and recreationists
MOSCOW, Idaho, May 6 -- The University of Idaho issued the following news release: * * * University of Idaho study uses virtual fencing to reduce conflict between cattle and recreationists * Cattle and recreationists have similar tastes when choosing their favorite spots on public land -flat, shady ground along lush streambanks. For people seeking to connect with nature, the experience may be diminished when cows wander through a favorite primitive campsite. From a rancher's perspective, r  more
University of Lynchburg: More Than $900K Raised on GiveDays
LYNCHBURG, Virginia, May 7 -- The University of Lynchburg issued the following news: * * * More than $900K raised on GiveDays In what Shawn Wood, associate vice president of advancement, described as a "powerful collective effort," 1,335 individuals made 1,470 gifts on GiveDays, crushing the 1,000-donor goal. * The University of Lynchburg's GiveDays, held April 15-16, raised $901,525 -- a more than 70% increase over last year's event. This year, the annual fundraiser was expanded to two da  more
University of Michigan: Death-defying Protein Found in Tardigrades Preserves Synthetic Cells
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, May 6 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Death-defying protein found in tardigrades preserves synthetic cells The findings could help make synthetic cells easier and cheaper to store and transport, for point-of-use production of medicines and other useful molecules Key takeaways * Researchers at University of Michigan Engineering worked with the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering. * Researchers have sho  more
University of Mississippi: Rich Gentry Named Dean of School of Business Administration
OXFORD, Mississippi, May 7 -- The University of Mississippi issued the following news: * * * Rich Gentry Named Dean of School of Business Administration Entrepreneurship and innovation leader to guide school's next chapter * The University of Mississippi named Rich Gentry the next dean of its School of Business Administration, pending approval by the board of trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning. Gentry joined the university in 2010 and serves as professor of management, chair  more
University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine: $10 Million Grant Funds Research and Solutions on 'Forever Chemicals'
LOS ANGELES, California, May 6 -- The University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine issued the following news release: * * * $10 million grant funds research and solutions on 'forever chemicals' The comprehensive study on the health effects of PFAS is supported by a prestigious award from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences. * A Keck School of Medicine of USC physician-scientist has received the highly competitive Revolutionizing Innovative, Visionary Environ  more
University of Texas Dallas: Comets' Data Analysis Skills Soar in American Airlines Challenge
RICHARDSON, Texas, May 7 -- The University of Texas Dallas campus issued the following news: * * * Comets' Data Analysis Skills Soar in American Airlines Challenge By: Jessica Good University of Texas at Dallas students competed in an American Airlines data analysis challenge April 24 in which they were tasked with how to manage flight sequences during bad weather. The School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences (EPPS) partnered with the airline for the EPPS-AA Data Challenge Competit  more
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston: Study Introduces Advanced Method to Better Understand How Cells Change Over Time
HOUSTON, Texas, May 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston issued the following news: * * * New study introduces advanced method to better understand how cells change over time New computational approach that helps scientists better understand how cells develop and change over time by examining DNA methylation--a key chemical process that regulates gene activity. By Caliann Ferguson A recent study published in Nature Communications introduces a new computatio  more
University of Texas-Austin: Data Centers Are Growing in Texas, But Big Questions Remain About Water Use
AUSTIN, Texas, May 7 (TNSrpt) -- The University of Texas issued the following news release: * * * Data Centers Are Growing in Texas, But Big Questions Remain About Water Use New report finds Texas data center growth could raise water use to as much as 9% by 2040, highlighting the need for more awareness, shared standards, and integrated planning to manage rising demand. Data centers could potentially account for 3% to 9% of Texas' water use by 2040, according to a new white paper from The Un  more
University of Utah Health: Heavy Air Pollution is Linked to Worse Post-Surgical Outcomes
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, May 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Utah Health issued the following news release: * * * Heavy Air Pollution is Linked to Worse Post-Surgical Outcomes Key points: * Research in the Wasatch Front found that high levels of fine particulate air pollution are associated with higher risk of post-surgical complications. * For weeks when pollution exceeded the EPA daily exposure limit, risk of complications increased from 4.8% to 6.2%. IMPACT: Results could inform environmen  more
University of Utah Health: Kind of CRISPR Could Treat Viral Infection and Cancer by Shredding Sick Cells' DNA
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, May 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Utah Health issued the following news release: * * * New Kind of CRISPR Could Treat Viral Infection and Cancer by Shredding Sick Cells' DNA Key points: * A new technology uses a relative of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing system to kill target cells. * When activated by a specific, programmable genetic target, the Cas12a2 protein rips a cell's genome apart. * Researchers programmed Cas12a2 to kill virus-infected cells or cancer cells w  more
UNM team secures first overall in Global CQA Investment Challenge
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, May 6 -- The University of New Mexico posted the following news: * * * UNM team secures first overall in Global CQA Investment Challenge UNM Anderson School of Management team placed first overall in the 2025-2026 Chicago Quantitative Alliance (CQA) Investment Challenge. Students - David Davila and Samuel Landis - competed in the six-month equity portfolio management challenge among international institutions, displaying well-executed strategies and earning $3,000 in   more
USU Biochemists Show CRISPR Can Selectively Destroy Cells, a Cancer-Treatment Goal
LOGAN, Utah, May 6 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * USU Biochemists Show CRISPR Can Selectively Destroy Cells, a Cancer-Treatment Goal Among the challenges in treating disease, including cancer, is wiping out malignancies, infection, contaminants or other pathologies without destroying healthy tissue. "This is a holy grail of medicine and other sciences," said Utah State University biochemist Ryan Jackson. Jackson, with USU doctoral candidate Kadin Crosby and collea  more
USU Institute to Celebrate Leadership in Community Engagement at Second Annual Conference
LOGAN, Utah, May 6 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * USU Institute to Celebrate Leadership in Community Engagement at Second Annual Conference * PRICE - Preparations are nearly complete for the second annual Utah Conference on Community Engagement, happening May 11-13 at Utah State University Eastern. Hosted by the Transforming Communities Institute, this two-and-a-half-day event will showcase innovative, community-driven work happening across the state. Last year's  more
UT Names Governor's Chair for Circular Biomaterials
KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, May 6 -- The University of Tennessee posted the following news: * * * UT Names Governor's Chair for Circular Biomaterials Orlando J. Rojas has been named the University of Tennessee-Oak Ridge National Laboratory Governor's Chair for Circular Biomaterials. An internationally recognized leader in sustainable materials science, Rojas will hold a joint appointment in UT's Herbert College of Agriculture and ORNL beginning in late 2026. The Governor's Chair program aligns UT  more
UW Anthropology Professor Elected to National Academy of Sciences
LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 7 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news: * * * UW Anthropology Professor Elected to National Academy of Sciences Robert Kelly, a professor emeritus of anthropology at the University of Wyoming, has been elected to the prestigious National Academy of Sciences (NAS) in recognition of his distinguished and continuing achievements in original research. Kelly is only the second UW faculty member to receive this honor, joining the late George Frison, a renown  more
UW ART Symposium Highlighted Research With Real-World Impact
LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 7 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news: * * * UW ART Symposium Highlighted Research With Real-World Impact The University of Wyoming's Research and Economic Development Division hosted the Accelerating Research Translation (ART) Symposium April 20, an event that focused on the concept of research translation -- turning scientific discoveries and ideas into tangible tools, technologies and applications that people can use in everyday life. These outcome  more
UW Hosts Youth in STEM Conference May 19
LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 7 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news: * * * UW Hosts Youth in STEM Conference May 19 About 625 junior, middle and high school female and male students from 18 schools across the state have signed up to learn more about science and its various disciplines on the University of Wyoming campus. The Youth in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) Conference, scheduled Tuesday, May 19, from 8:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m., is designed to spark student  more
UW-Led Institute Releases Films Highlighting Invasive Grass Management in Carbon, Sublette Counties
LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 7 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news: * * * UW-Led Institute Releases Films Highlighting Invasive Grass Management in Carbon, Sublette Counties The University of Wyoming's Institute for Managing Annual Grasses Invading Natural Ecosystems (IMAGINE) has released two short films highlighting cheatgrass management efforts in Carbon and Sublette counties. These films are the latest installments in an ongoing seven-part series highlighting collaborative ef  more
UWF Center for Cybersecurity and AI Earns National Recognition for Outstanding Contributions to the Field
PENSACOLA, Florida, May 7 -- The University of West Florida, a component of public state university system in Florida, issued the following news release: * * * UWF Center for Cybersecurity and AI earns national recognition for outstanding contributions to the field The University of West Florida placed third in the 2025 CAE-CD Community Outreach Award Competition, which is given by the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Community to a CAE-Cyber Defense designated institu  more
VCOM Conducts Medical Outreach and Pediatric Nutrition Research in Ghana
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, May 7 -- VCOM - Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine issued the following news: * * * VCOM Conducts Medical Outreach and Pediatric Nutrition Research in Ghana By Caroline Bennett In late March 2026, students and faculty from the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) traveled to Cape Coast, Ghana, for a week of immersive global health research focused on child nutrition. Working alongside partners at the University of Cape Coast, the team advanced an on  more
VCU Researchers are Partnering With Richmond Public Schools to Boost Outcomes for Multilingual Students
RICHMOND, Virginia, May 7 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU researchers are partnering with Richmond Public Schools to boost outcomes for multilingual students Supported by a new William T. Grant Foundation award, the research-practice partnership will focus on middle school students and their families' involvement in their education. By Sian Wilkerson Over the past eight years, the multilingual student population in Richmond Public Schools has nearly   more
VCU: American Nuclear Society Honors Zeyun Wu for His Contributions to the Development of Advanced Nuclear Reactor Designs
RICHMOND, Virginia, May 7 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * American Nuclear Society honors Zeyun Wu for his contributions to the development of advanced nuclear reactor designs The VCU engineering professor's work addresses real-world engineering challenges associated with nuclear data uncertainties, reactor safety margins and complex multiphysics interactions. By David Pulgar, VCU College of Engineering Improving the reliability and interpretability of c  more
VCU: Class of 2026 - Tonya S. Hall's Doctoral Journey Was Spurred, Not Deterred, by a Breast Cancer Diagnosis
RICHMOND, Virginia, May 7 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Class of 2026: Tonya S. Hall's doctoral journey was spurred, not deterred, by a breast cancer diagnosis Her Ed.D. in leadership included classwork amid chemo - and welcome support from School of Education colleagues. By Joan Tupponce Tonya S. Hall realized the importance of adapting when life blindsided her during her doctoral studies. Hall, who graduates this spring with an Ed.D. in leadership f  more
W&M students, alumnus earn prestigious national, international scholarships
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, May 6 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * W&M students, alumnus earn prestigious national, international scholarships * Over the spring 2026 semester, four students and one alumnus have demonstrated what makes William & Mary the Alma Mater of the Nation. Through dedication to their fields of discipline and a desire to make a difference across the world, they have earned five prestigious national and international scholarships and fellowships: * H  more
West Liberty University Faculty and Students Participate in 100th Meeting of the West Virginia Academy of Science
WEST LIBERTY, West Virginia, May 7 -- West Liberty University issued the following news: * * * West Liberty University Faculty and Students Participate in 100th Meeting of the West Virginia Academy of Science West Liberty University faculty and students participated in the 100th Annual Meeting of the West Virginia Academy of Science, held April 18 at Stonewall Resort in Roanoke, West Virginia. The annual meeting, which marked a historic centennial for the organization, brought together facul  more
West Liberty University Receives $1.2 Million Gift of Land and Cabins From the West Family
WEST LIBERTY, West Virginia, May 7 -- West Liberty University issued the following news: * * * West Liberty University Receives $1.2 Million Gift of Land and Cabins from the West Family West Liberty University recently announced that Flip West and the West family have donated "West Woods," a 35-acre wooded property with six cabins and additional outbuildings, valued at $1.2 million. Located just west of campus, the property adjoins the University's Appalachian Aquatic Conservation Center and   more
What a thousand years of economic history reveals about modern growth
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 6 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * What a thousand years of economic history reveals about modern growth * Scholars have long debated what sparked Europe's economic surge in the mid-18th century. That debate took center stage recently at the University of Chicago, where an expert panel from the Harris School of Public Policy and Northwestern University-a group including two Nobel laureates-held a wide-ranging and pointed discussion on his  more
Where Astronomy Meets the Dance Floor: CSULB's Boldest Course
LONG BEACH, California, May 7 -- California State University Long Beach campus issued the following news: * * * Where astronomy meets the dance floor: CSULB's boldest new course By Wendy Thomas Russell Nothing about the instructions sounds like a science lecture: Get closer. Scrunch together. Now travel. Disperse. Yet, standing in the middle of Studio 6 of the CSULB Dance Building, a group of physics students are taking these cues as they clasp hands and move in a rippling circle -- an atte  more
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