UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * AI and the Economy Initiative to host second workshop * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Penn State's AI and the Economy Initiative brings together policymakers, practitioners and researchers from across the United States to exchange knowledge about the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the economy and society. The initiative will host its second workshop May 18-19 at University  more

COPENHAGEN, Denmark, May 7 -- The University of Copenhagen posted the following news: * * * Artificial intelligence may accelerate the path to radicalisation * How are ordinary people drawn into extremist circles - and what role can artificial intelligence play in that process? This question is addressed by a new study which, for the first time, combines psychological theories of radicalisation with knowledge of modern AI technologies such as recommendation algorithms, generative AI and bo  more

BIRMINGHAM, England, May 7 (TNSjou) -- Aston University issued the following news: * * * Aston University finds new way to train robots for real-world tasks using AI * Dr Alireza Rastegarpanah co-led research to develop an AI-based method to train robots for real-life tasks such as cutting materials or assembly * Current training methods are fast but can fail when a robot faces real-world variations such as differences in materials * The technique will help to make advanced robotics more pr  more

BIRMINGHAM, England, May 7 -- Aston University issued the following news: * * * Aston University hosts visit by Birmingham MP and government minister Al Carns * AI Carns visited Aston University to explore research including cybersecurity and brain-inspired computing * The visit showcased key initiatives such as neuromorphic computing and concussion research * The visit included a tour of the Aston Institute of Health and Neurodevelopment's facilities for investigating brain functioning. B  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 8 -- Belmont University issued the following news: * * * Interdisciplinary Team Leverages Student Passion to Research Hypertension in Nashville Students join with faculty, community partners to publish findings and amplify public health awareness By Emily Fackler A cross-college team of Belmont faculty and students within the University's Data & AI Collaborative recently published an academic paper examining hypertension prevalence and treatment across Nashville co  more

ALFRED, New York, May 7 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: * * * Business students develop, sell original fragrance that aims to boost confidence * A group of students in the Contemporary Business class (BUSI 106) at Alfred University developed an original fragrance spray they say will give consumers who use it confidence while pursuing their goals. In the Contemporary Business class, taught by Jean Ellefson, assistant professor of analytics in Alfred University's Coll  more

NEWARK, New Jersey, May 8 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Can NJ Be PFAS-Free? New Consortium Launches at NJIT to Eradicate 'Forever Chemicals' Written by: Mindy Weisberger One of the most pervasive global pollution problems of the 21st century is a group of human-made chemicals called PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). Used since the late 1930s in consumer and industrial products to repel water and resist stains, these compounds earned the  more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, May 8 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * Alumna honors late husband with endowment supporting student journalism College reunions are typically spent looking backwards, reminiscing about the good ol' days. But sometimes they impact the future. Thanks to an idea first formed at the 50th anniversary celebration of The Observer, Case Western Reserve University's student-run newspaper, and a $100,000 commitment from Janet Lapidus Poole (WRC '73),  more

IOWA CITY, Iowa, May 7 -- The University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences posted the following news: * * * CLAS faculty and staff recognition in 2026 * CLAS faculty and staff across the college are being honored with university-wide recognition and awards for their impactful work. These awards reflect the breadth of teaching, research, mentorship, service, and innovation taking place across the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. From advancing space exploration and public po  more

GLASSBORO, New Jersey, May 7 -- Rowan University posted the following news: * * * College of Education's 2026 Summit explores 'Collective Futures' in teaching and learning * Rowan University's College of Education convened students, faculty, alumni and community partners on April 28 for the 2026 Education Summit, an annual gathering designed to examine the most pressing issues shaping education today and in the years ahead. Held in James Hall, this year's summit centered on the theme, "Colle  more

GOLDEN, Colorado, May 7 -- Colorado School of Mines posted the following news: * * * Colorado School of Mines to support establishment of center of excellence in Uzbekistan focused on critical minerals and mining * A Center of Excellence in the fields of geology, mining and critical minerals is established in Uzbekistan with the support of Colorado School of Mines, one of the world's leading universities specializing in mining and earth sciences. The center aims to strengthen Uzbekistan's   more

TAMPA, Florida, May 7 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news: * * * Daniela Zamora Alviarez selected as USF's 2026 Ralph C. Wilcox Outstanding Graduate * University of South Florida College of Engineering student Daniela Zamora Alviarez has been selected for the Ralph C. Wilcox Outstanding Graduate Award, which annually recognizes a graduating student who exemplifies the university's values of scholarship, leadership, and service. Selected by a committee formed by the  more

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, May 7 -- Duquesne University issued the following news release: * * * Duquesne Kline School of Law Professors Present at AI & Law Symposium Professors from the Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University presented at the Artificial Intelligence and the Legal Profession Law Review Symposium at the West Virginia University College of Law on April 10. Their presentation "A View from the Weeds" was based on a paper they authored together, entitled "Building the   more

CHARLESTON, Illinois, May 8 -- Eastern Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * EIU - UPI Reach Agreement on a 2-Year Extension The University is pleased to announce that the EIU Chapter of the University Professionals of Illinois (UPI) have reached a tentative agreement for a 2-year extension of the current agreement. Today, UPI members approved the extension and the Board of Trustees will consider the agreement at their next regularly scheduled June meeting. Following   more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 7 -- Emory University posted the following news release: * * * Emory researcher finds AI-assessed mammograms can help in determining cardiovascular risk in women * ATLANTA - A new study published in the European Heart Journal has found that analyzing mammograms with artificial intelligence or AI can lead to better detection of cardiovascular disease in women, the leading cause of death in the U.S. The retrospective study led by Hari Trivedi, MD, an associate professor  more

LOS ANGELES, California, May 7 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * Fire, Water, Data: Elements of an Engineer-Entrepreneur's Education * Mitchell Kirby comes from a family of firefighters. Now, graduating with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and a master's in mechanical engineering from USC Viterbi, you might assume that he's chosen a different vocation. But that depends on how you define firefighting. Since joinin  more

BRONX, New York, May 8 -- Fordham University School of Law issued the following news: * * * Sixth Annual Reidenberg Lecture Explores Technology, Privacy, and the Future of Law By Anna Currell It has been nearly 30 years since the late Fordham Law Professor Joel Reidenberg published an article about rules enforced by technology rather than law. That seminal article, "Lex Informatica: The Formulation of Information Policy Rules through Technology," was discussed again this year at the Law Sch  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, May 7 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * From big data to real-world insight * As artificial intelligence continues to reshape financial markets, Central Michigan University student Holly Ireton is helping separate hype from reality. Her undergraduate research, AI in Asset Management: A Performance Comparison Between AI-Powered Mutual Funds and Quantitative Hedge Funds, was presented at the 2026 National Conference on Undergraduate Resea  more

KENNESAW, Georgia, May 7 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release: * * * From criminal law to AI-powered healthcare research, Kennesaw State graduate charts a new path * KENNESAW, Ga. | May 7, 2026 Henry Flores bet on himself when he chose to start over in a new country. Now graduating from Kennesaw State University with a Master of Science in Information Technology, his contributions on award-winning research projects could transform how patients monitor their wellbe  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, May 6 -- George Mason University issued the following news: * * * George Mason funds seven GCI catalyst research projects driving bold solutions for a prosperous future * As the university's Grand Challenge Initiative (GCI) enters its second year, George Mason University today announced funding for seven catalyst research projects and the launch of the Grand Challenge Research Exchange-quarterly convenings for all GCI-related research to accelerate solutions to the grand c  more

BETHLEHEM, Pennsylania, May 8 -- Lehigh University issued the following news: * * * How Are Students Using AI at Lehigh? Story by Katie Clarke As Artificial Intelligence (AI) use becomes more widespread, Lehigh students are navigating where, how and when to use it. Two students share how they incorporate generative AI into studying, research and preparing for careers. When Nathan Balderas '27 and Megan Thomas '27 met through a Silicon Valley Social Impact Fellowship, Thomas wasn't using AI  more

STANFORD, California, May 7 (TNSrpt) -- Stanford University Law School issued the following news: * * * How Will AI Reshape Politics? New Volume Co-Edited by Stanford Law's Nathaniel Persily Explores the Stakes Draft report of the AI Task Force of the American Political Science Association report now available By Monica Schreiber As artificial intelligence reshapes political campaigns, public administration, national security, public opinion, and democracy, a new volume co-edited by Stanfo  more

TOOWOOMBA, Australia, May 7 -- The University of Southern Queensland issued the following news: * * * Hundreds of educators expected as UniSQ expands online professional learning program Head of School and Dean of Education and Creative Arts Professor Peter Cook is excited for the PL-Connect program to return in 2026. Back by popular demand, the University of Southern Queensland's (UniSQ) PL-Connect program will return in 2026 with an expanded series of online professional learning sessions.  more

HOUGHTON, Michigan, May 8 -- Michigan Technological University issued the following news release: * * * In the Skies, Streets and Stories: MTU Enterprise Program Continues to Expand After 26 Years By Coby-Dillon English Rooted in discovery-based learning for 26 years, Michigan Tech's Enterprise Program continues to grow, offering new aerospace, data science and publishing teams with a fresh take on interdisciplinary teamwork to produce measurable results for real clients. On a campus where   more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, May 7 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Inaugural Apple Manufacturing Academy Spring Forum explores future of AI in manufacturing * Once a theoretical idea, artificial intelligence is becoming a critical tool for manufacturers across the globe. Some manufacturers are slow to embed the evolving technology into their factories, with concerns around operational costs, trust, transparency and workforce readiness. Industry leaders, students an  more

COLUMBIA, Missouri, May 8 (TNSjou) -- The University of Missouri issued the following news release: * * * Inspired by the brain, Mizzou researchers build smarter, more efficient computer hardware A University of Missouri study shows that small material changes can boost brain-like computing, which could one day help make artificial intelligence more energy-efficient. By Eric Stann As traditional computer chips reach their physical limits and artificial intelligence demands more energy than   more

PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, May 7 -- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff posted the following news: * * * Investment Workshop at UAPB Marks Remarkable Success * The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) School of Business and Management Investment Club successfully held a highly impactful Investment Workshop. The event was held in April in the STEM Building Conference Room on the UAPB campus. The program received an overwhelming response, with more than 100 participants from across cam  more

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, May 7 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus posted the following news: * * * Largest Gift in UNCG History Invests in Generations of Educators * Harriet Shain Evenson '53 built her legacy around a simple charge: Make more teachers. Her lifelong commitment to public education - shared with her husband, Jerome - culminated in the largest gift in UNCG history, one that will transform the School of Education beyond her expectations. Her estate gift, t  more

WORCESTER, Massachusetts, May 7 -- Clark University posted the following news: * * * Masterclass connects Clark students with global leaders and practitioners * Clark is offering a bold new learning experience designed to challenge convention, elevate potential, and prepare students with the tools and capacities to leave their imprint on the world. Unconventional Masterclass: A Clark Experience features 30 essential future-ready skills taught directly by global leaders in technology, public  more

HAMILTON, Ontario, May 7 -- McMaster University issued the following news: * * * McMaster spin-out biotech company gets $2.5M in seed funding to develop critical medicines The funding will power even closer ties between Stoked Bio Inc and the Stokes Lab at McMaster as they propel a suite of new drug candidates toward the clinic. By Blake Dillon A Canadian biotechnology company spun out of McMaster University has secured $2.5 million in early-stage capital to develop a pipeline of new medic  more

WASHINGTON, May 7 -- George Washington University posted the following news: * * * Media Tip Sheet: Nurses Week: GW Experts Discuss Workforce Challenges, Mental Health and the Evolving Role of Nurses * With Nurses Week underway, the George Washington University has expert sources who can speak to the evolving role of nurses in America -from workforce challenges and mental health to innovation, public trust and patient care. Faculty experts from the George Washington University School of Nur  more

LA JOLLA, California, May 7 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * Meet the 2026 UC San Diego Chancellor's Innovation Award Recipients * How do we heal an aging brain? Can we help coral reefs regenerate? These are the big questions being tackled by the recipients of the University of California San Diego's 2026 Chancellor's Innovation Awards : Carter Palmer PhD '23 and Daniel Wangpraseurt. The awards recognize next-generation innovators who have tra  more

LA JOLLA, California, May 7 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * Missing Information Can Misinform * Key Takeaways In the online attention economy, new UC San Diego research finds that making science more clickable or shareable can help some readers learn more - but leaves many others with an incomplete understanding. To get people to pay attention to science, you have to make it engaging. But what makes content engaging often comes at the co  more

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, May 7 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news: * * * New initiative launches to save primates, transform global conservation approaches * An ambitious new project will catalyze conservation efforts for critically endangered primates and deploy scalable tools to transform how biodiversity is documented, modeled and protected worldwide. The Endangered Primate Information Collaboration (EPIC) will combine on-the-ground expertise and high-tech monit  more

WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, May 7 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * Purdue, Cook Medical build upon 50-year alliance * WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -Purdue University and medical device manufacturer Cook Medical on Thursday (May 7) announced a five-year master sponsored research and collaboration agreement (MSRCA) to jointly advance innovative medical technologies while also significantly expanding the university's research capabilities and bolstering the biomedical engineer  more

SPOKANE, Washington, May 8 -- Gonzaga University issued the following news: * * * Raising a World: Gonzaga's Human Approach to AI on Display At a conference centered on artificial intelligence, the most resonant moments weren't about code, capability or computational scale. They were about formation and what it means to become fully human in a moment when technology is evolving faster than any one institution, industry or individual can fully grasp. The tension between rapid innovation and e  more

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 7 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * MIT student Jack Carson named 2026 Udall Scholar * Jack Carson, a second-year undergraduate at MIT majoring in electrical engineering and computer science, has been named a 2026 Udall Scholar, one of up to 65 undergraduates nationally to receive the prestigious $7,500 award. The Udall Scholarship honors students who have demonstrated a commitment to the environment, Indigenous heal  more

BURNABY, British Columbia, May 7 -- Simon Fraser University posted the following news: * * * Simon Fraser University and Thompson Rivers University enhance inter-province collaboration * by Matt Kieltyka SFU President Joy Johnson and TRU President Airini sign a memorandum of understanding to lead to collaborations in strategic priority areas for B.C., including artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, health, wildfire management and emergency response, and Indigenous language revitaliz  more

ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, May 8 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release: * * * Voss, graduate students present AI-focused literacy research Voss also recognized for Lyme disease awareness, prevention * Dr. Sheri B. Voss, assistant professor of Literacy and director of the B12 Literacy and Reading Center, presented with graduate literacy candidates Brooke Selvaggio and Emily Piwko at the New York State Reading Association Annual Conference. Their session, "Amplifyin  more

STANFORD, California, May 6 -- Stanford University School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * A blood test reveals 'neighborhoods' of cells in tumors, predicts immunotherapy responses A simple blood test can reveal the geographic relationships among healthy cells surrounding a cancerous tumor, researchers at Stanford Medicine and the Mayo Clinic have found. The test is the first noninvasive way to study what's called the tumor microenvironment, which plays a critical role in determin  more

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 7 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * Study: Firms often use automation to control certain workers' wages * When we hear about automation and artificial intelligence replacing jobs, it may seem like a tsunami of technology is going to wipe out workers broadly, in the name of greater efficiency. But a study co-authored by an MIT economist shows markedly different dynamics in the U.S. since 1980. Rather than implement au  more

ALBANY, New York, May 8 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news: * * * President's Fellowship Program Helps New Students Make Their Mark By Amy Geduldig For University at Albany juniors Maureen Mbanga and Michael Simon, transferring from community college marked a natural next step in their academic journeys. In their first year as Great Danes, the pair have found success through UAlbany's President's Fellowship program, which offers students hands-on experience working alongs  more

NIJMEGEN, The Netherlands, May 7 -- Radboud University posted the following news: * * * Three new KNAW members from Radboud University and Radboudumc * Mark Dingemanse, Ronald van Rij and Michiel Vermeulen have been appointed as new members of the Koninklijke Nederlandse Akademie van Wetenschappen (KNAW). Members of the KNAW, who are leading scientists from a wide variety of different disciplines, are chosen based on nominations from colleagues, both in and out of the academy. The KNAW cur  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, May 7 -- Mercer University posted the following news: * * * Two faculty members selected for Governor's Teaching Fellows Program * MACON, Ga. -Two Mercer University faculty members, Dr. Elizabeth "Liz" Adair and Dr. T. Vivian Liao, were recently selected for the prestigious Governor's Teaching Fellows Program. The Fellows are selected based on: * Commitment to undergraduate teaching -Applicants demonstrate how they have improved their teaching practices and how they wo  more

PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, May 7 -- 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

SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 8 -- The University of California San Francisco campus issued the following news release: * * * UCSF Receives Major Gift to Advance Research and Modernization Kathy Chiao and Ken Hao commit $100 million for major capital projects, cancer research, and innovation at UCSF -- building on a recent $75 million gift to UC Davis for veterinary medicine. * UC San Francisco has received a $100 million commitment from longtime supporters Kathy Chiao and Kenneth (Ken) Ha  more

BIRMINGHAM, England, May 6 (TNSjou) -- The University of Birmingham posted the following news: * * * Common inflammatory genes link pancreatic cancer with obesity and diabetes Shared inflammatory genes help explain poorer outcomes and point to potential new avenues for targeted treatment * New research shows that the same genes are active in pancreatic cancer, obesity and diabetes, helping to explain why people with metabolic disease often face poorer cancer outcomes and pointing to future   more

SAN DIEGO, California, May 8 -- The University of San Diego issued the following news release: * * * Nadieh Moghadam, PhD, Awarded NSF ERI Grant By Michelle Sztupkay The Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering has long been a stronghold for developing Changemaking Engineers -- individuals who blend technical prowess with a deep commitment to social and ethical impact. This mission has been furthered as Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering Nadieh Moghadam, PhD, was awarded a highly compe  more

TOOWOOMBA, Australia, May 7 -- The University of Southern Queensland issued the following news: * * * Spotlighting Our Research: April 2026 Welcome to the first Spotlighting Our Research newsletter for 2026 - highlighting some of the achievements, partnerships, and breakthroughs continuing to build UniSQ's research momentum across areas including space, health, AI and sustainability. The past year reflects a research profile continuing to grow in scale, quality, and impact. At a glance * $  more

FORT WORTH, Texas, May 7 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * UNT Health Fort Worth's first nursing innovation cohort prepares 'change makers' in healthcare * The Master of Science in Nursing Practice Innovation program is preparing to graduate its first cohort of 16 students this month. At UNT Health Fort Worth, a new kind of nursing graduate is emerging -one trained not only to care for patients, but to rethink how care is delivered. The M  more

LOS ANGELES, California, May 8 -- The University of Southern California Schaeffer Center for Health Policy and Economics issued the following news: * * * Renewed Civic Engagement Vital to Strengthening Democracy, Former UK Prime Minister Brown Says Breakdown in civic life, long overlooked, is giving rise to extremist politics worldwide By Jason Millman People around the world are losing trust in democratic governments as economic prospects decline, social fabric unravels and civic participa  more

TOLEDO, Ohio, May 7 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * UToledo Engineering Research Society Awards First Seed Grants * The University of Toledo College of Engineering has announced the first grant awards from its newly formed Engineering Research Society (ERS), marking a significant milestone in the college's goal to further strengthen its role in UToledo's standing as a premier Carnegie R1 research institution. ERS is a membership-based organization co-led by Don  more

TOLEDO, Ohio, May 7 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * UToledo Unveils Online Master's Degree Focused on Health Outcomes and Analytics * As healthcare organizations increasingly rely on data-driven analysis to evaluate treatments and improve care delivery, The University of Toledo College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences has redesigned a Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences with a concentration in Health Outcomes and Value Analytics (MSPS-HOVA) and ta  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 7 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news release: * * * Vanderbilt University honors Class of 2026 Founder's Medalists * Vanderbilt University recognized the 2026 Founder's Medalists for their remarkable scholarly dedication and outstanding achievements during the Graduates Day event on May 7 as part of the Commencement celebration. Since 1877, the university has awarded a medal to the student graduating with top honors from each of the university's sc  more

BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, May 7 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news: * * * Western Kentucky University leadership reflects on another year of success * During its May 7 committee meetings, the Western Kentucky University (WKU) Board of Regents took time to highlight the university's numerous accomplishments since the 2025 Commencement exercises. Board Chair Jan West shared milestones in student success, philanthropic support, campus transformation, athletic excellence and  more