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Research from U.S. Colleges Newsletter for Friday May 15, 2026 ( 180 items )  
"I have yet to meet a professor that cares more for their students"
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 13 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * "I have yet to meet a professor that cares more for their students" * Since joining the faculty of MIT's Department of Political Science in 2012, F. Daniel Hidalgo, known to many as "Danny," has built a reputation as both a meticulous quantitative scholar and one of the department's most generous and steadfast mentors. A member of the 2025-27 Committed to Caring cohort, Hidalgo is  more
11 students awarded CURE Fellowships
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, May 14 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news: * * * 11 students awarded CURE Fellowships * The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) has announced the 11 students selected for the 2026 Commonwealth Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) Fellowship program. Sponsored by OUR and the Office of the Vice President for Research, the CURE Fellowship provides students with the opportunity to engage in impactful, faculty-mentored rese  more
2026 Spring Staff Assembly celebrates radical collaboration at Vanderbilt and the university's 'astounding momentum'
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 14 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news release: * * * 2026 Spring Staff Assembly celebrates radical collaboration at Vanderbilt and the university's 'astounding momentum' * An audience of more than 500 staff members attended the 2026 Spring Staff Assembly to reflect on the year's milestones and celebrate their colleagues achievements. Chancellor Daniel Diermeier opened the May 13 assembly with a reflection on the team's resilience and care for the V  more
3Q: Why science is curiosity on a mission
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 14 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * 3Q: Why science is curiosity on a mission * This week, MIT launches a new initiative -titled Science Is Curiosity on a Mission -to make the case for the long-horizon, curiosity-driven science that has powered generations of American innovation. Through stories of scientists pursuing open-ended questions, the project highlights how fundamental discovery research sparks advances in me  more
4,876 UConn Donors Unite to Raise $7.1M in Two Days of Community-Powered Giving
STORRS, Connecticut, May 14 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news: * * * 4,876 UConn Donors Unite to Raise $7.1M in Two Days of Community-Powered Giving * On April 21-22, 4,876 members of the University of Connecticut community came together to raise $7.1 million for UConn Gives, the University's annual online, community-driven fundraising event and celebration of giving. This year's two-day event broke records, securing the most dollars ever in its eight-year history. N  more
6 students selected as 2026 Sustainability Summer Research Fellows
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, May 14 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news: * * * 6 students selected as 2026 Sustainability Summer Research Fellows * Six University of Kentucky undergraduates have been selected for the Sustainability Summer Research Fellowship, a program that supports student-led projects that advance sustainable practices and community impact through research. Now in its 12th year, the fellowship is a collaboration between the Office of Undergraduate Research, U  more
A carrel of one's own
BRYN MAWR, Pennsylvania, May 20 -- Bryn Mawr College posted the following news: * * * A carrel of one's own * Lining the walls of Canaday and Carpenter libraries, carrels offer students -mostly seniors and graduate students -a quiet, dedicated space to focus on their research and easy access to the library collections. The carrels, which students apply to use each year, were largely funded by and dedicated to alums; the first one was given by an alumna in honor of her great-aunt Marianna Moo  more
A Fresh Approach to Peppermint
DAVIS, California, May 14 -- The University of California Davis posted the following news: * * * A Fresh Approach to Peppermint * The genomics of peppermint are not as fresh as their flavor but scientists from the University of California, Davis, have found a way to breathe new genetic variation into the species. Similar to strawberries, potatoes and many fruit trees, peppermint plants ( Mentha x piperita ) are reproduced asexually by a process called clonal propagation. In the case of pep  more
Aaron Twerski: Celebrated Tort Scholar and Teacher of Indelible Lessons
BROOKLYN, New York, May 14 -- Brooklyn Law School posted the following news: * * * Aaron Twerski: Celebrated Tort Scholar and Teacher of Indelible Lessons * Professor Aaron Twerski is one of five professors retiring after this spring semester. To share a memory of or to send greetings to Professor Twerski, please send an email to communications@brooklaw.edu. He would love to hear from his former students and colleagues. Professor Aaron Twerski is known among scholars and attorneys alike fo  more
AgTech symposium shows DARE-KY growing into statewide innovation network
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 14 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news: * * * AgTech symposium shows DARE-KY growing into statewide innovation network * First annual event at Benson Farm highlighted soilless agriculture research and pathways from student training to commercialization. FRANKFORT, Ky. -A $7 million research initiative led by Kentucky State University is well on its way to developing a much-needed statewide agtech network. That progress was on display April 21,   more
Airbnb Plus: not a plus for everyone
ITHACA, New York, May 14 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Airbnb Plus: not a plus for everyone * Airbnb's now-defunct "Airbnb Plus" certification program didn't just help the listings it approved: It also unintentionally hurt many hosts who were left out, according to a new study from the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business. Airbnb Plus launched in Los Angeles in 2018 to reassure travelers by certifying a small number of listings that met strict design, cleanliness  more
Ask the expert: How to keep turfgrass consistent in 16 different World Cup stadiums?
EAST LANSING, Michigan, May 14 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Ask the expert: How to keep turfgrass consistent in 16 different World Cup stadiums? * The FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament is less than a month away. One of the biggest challenges facing the turfgrass scientists at Michigan State University and the University of Tennessee is ensuring the consistency of the natural turfgrass across three continents, 16 cities and three distinct climate zones. While V  more
At Wayne State, AI's Reach Extends Beyond Science Labs Into the Creative Arts
DETROIT, Michigan, May 15 -- Wayne State University issued the following news: * * * At Wayne State, AI's reach extends beyond science labs into the creative arts The old way could take hours. Sometimes longer. A student would sketch a retail space, model the shelves, place products one by one, adjust lighting, tweak textures and labor over a final rendering meant to sell an idea. A professional designer might spend half a day creating a polished image of a jacket on a model or a furniture   more
Augustana Recognized as Top College for Innovation
ROCK ISLAND, Illinois, May 15 -- Augustana College issued the following news: * * * Augustana recognized as Top College for Innovation Augustana College received the 2026 Top Colleges for Innovation Award from Insight Into Academia magazine, recognizing the college's work to expand access, strengthen student outcomes and put learning to work in ways that meet students' needs. Holly Mendelson, co-owner and publisher of Insight Into Academia Magazine, said institutions recognized by the award   more
Austin Peay did that for me: Daniela Diaz Campos' path to a Big Four future
CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, May 14 -- Austin Peay State University posted the following news: * * * Austin Peay did that for me: Daniela Diaz Campos' path to a Big Four future * Daniela Diaz Campos is a senior accounting and finance double major graduating from Austin Peay State University this spring. | Contributed Photo Editors Note: This story is part of a series celebrating Austin Peay State University's College of Business earning AACSB accreditation -a distinction held by fewer than 6% o  more
Board of Trustees elects new leaders, members
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, May 14 -- Marquette University issued the following news release: * * * Board of Trustees elects new leaders, members * The Marquette University Board of Trustees elected its newest leadership team. Raymond J. Manista, Arts '87, Law '90, was elected chair of the board; Jim Ryan, Arts '89, was elected vice chair. Manista, who was elected to the board in 2017, served as vice chair of the board from 2023-26. He is executive vice president -chief legal and public affairs   more
Brain Chemical Could Hold Key to Helping Veterans Escape Cycle of Trauma and Alcohol
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, May 14 -- The University of Tennessee Health Science Center posted the following news: * * * Brain Chemical Could Hold Key to Helping Veterans Escape Cycle of Trauma and Alcohol * Why do people engage in compulsive behaviors? It's a question Bryan Cruz, PhD, has been turning over since his undergraduate days, and one that became impossible to set aside as he watched people close to him struggle with compulsive and addictive behaviors that didn't fit neatly into simple exp  more
Brown faculty to confer highest honor on renowned anthropologist and ethnographic filmmaker
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 14 -- Brown University posted the following news: * * * Brown faculty to confer highest honor on renowned anthropologist and ethnographic filmmaker * PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] -Some of Lina Fruzzetti's earliest memories involve feeling different. After escaping war in 1947 in the northeast African country Eritrea, Fruzzetti lived with her widowed mother and younger brother as refugees in Sudan, where they experienced a feeling of being "othered," she s  more
Brownsville graduate transforms student leadership - and her own voice - at UTRGV
BROWNSVILLE, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley posted the following news: * * * Brownsville graduate transforms student leadership - and her own voice - at UTRGV * BROWNSVILLE, TEXAS - MAY 14, 2026 - For Erica Coronado, graduating from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley means more than finishing a degree. The Brownsville native leaves UTRGV with stronger confidence, and a lasting leadership impact through her work with the university's Center for Student Invol  more
BUILDing Connecticut's Capital City: Unique UConn Course Celebrates Five Years of Partnership, Collaboration, and Hartford Stories
STORRS, Connecticut, May 14 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news: * * * BUILDing Connecticut's Capital City: Unique UConn Course Celebrates Five Years of Partnership, Collaboration, and Hartford Stories * On a Wednesday afternoon in late April - tucked inside a quiet brick building in Hartford's Frog Hollow neighborhood, just a few blocks from the shining gold dome of Connecticut's State Capitol building - a celebration took place. On the third floor of The Lyceum - a  more
Building Resilience Through Words: Sarah Wolven's Graduate Journey
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, May 14 -- The University of Arkansas Little Rock campus issued the following news: * * * Building Resilience Through Words: Sarah Wolven's Graduate Journey * For Sarah Wolven, communication is more than an academic subject -it's a survival skill and a source of strength. That lived experience shaped her graduate research on resilience. This month, Wolven will earn a master's degree in applied communication from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. The Magnet Co  more
BW takes leadership role in preparing healthcare professionals
BEREA, Ohio, May 14 -- Baldwin Wallace University posted the following news: * * * BW takes leadership role in preparing healthcare professionals * From front-line staff in clinical care to top-level administrators, BW is helping healthcare professionals gain the skills they need to address a shifting and diverse landscape. At the forefront of BW's success are student-centered academic programs with small class sizes, mentoring faculty, hands-on learning and comprehensive curriculums. Ou  more
California State University Sonoma State University: Student-led Bioswale Project Filters Runoff Before It Reaches Copeland Creek
ROHNERT PARK, California, May 15 -- California State University Sonoma State University issued the following news: * * * Student-led bioswale project filters runoff before it reaches Copeland Creek Native plants and biochar help make campus water systems more resilient * When biology major AJ Staal looked at the parking lot outside Sonoma State University's Environmental Technology Center, they saw an opportunity to rethink how water moves through campus -- and to protect the Copeland Creek  more
Caligiuri and Cascone win spring 2026 Values in Action awards
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, May 14 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * Caligiuri and Cascone win spring 2026 Values in Action awards * The Values in Action awards recognize staff and faculty at William & Mary who exemplify the qualities the university holds in highest regard: belonging, curiosity, excellence, flourishing, integrity, respect and service. These awards, established by two anonymous donors with private funds, are awarded in the fall and spring semesters, with each  more
Cameron biology students showcase cutting-edge research at statewide event
LAWTON, Oklahoma, May 14 -- Cameron University issued the following news release: * * * Cameron biology students showcase cutting-edge research at statewide event * Cameron University was among 18 institutions that participated in a recent statewide research event at the State Capitol highlighting the innovative work being conducted across Oklahoma's colleges and universities. Cameron was represented by two senior biology majors - Solomon Meraz from Oklahoma City, and Honey Peters from Elg  more
Cameron University professor, alumnus returning to national lab research program
LAWTON, Oklahoma, May 14 -- Cameron University issued the following news release: * * * Cameron University professor, alumnus returning to national lab research program * Cameron University associate professor Dr. Rajesh K. Nayak has been selected for the U.S. Department of Energy Visiting Faculty Program for the Summer 2026 term. Joining him in this prestigious residency is Evan Capuccio, a 2025 Cameron graduate. This is the second summer that the duo has been selected for this program.   more
Case Western Reserve: Class of 2025 Achieves Impressive Results in First Destination Survey
CLEVELAND, Ohio, May 15 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * Class of 2025 achieves impressive results in First Destination Survey Despite a challenging labor market and increased competition amid advances in artificial intelligence, the Class of 2025 reports remarkable post-graduation achievements. Story by: Meg Herrel The Class of 2025 began their college journeys in the fall of 2021, as college campuses and the world reopened following the disruption of the  more
Case Western Reserve: Radhika P. Atit, Brian Taylor, Chao-Pin Hsiao and Jessica Taylor Recognized With Diekhoff Awards for Their Teaching and Mentoring
CLEVELAND, Ohio, May 15 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * Radhika P. Atit, Brian Taylor, Chao-Pin Hsiao and Jessica Taylor recognized with Diekhoff Awards for their teaching and mentoring No matter their field of study, Case Western Reserve University graduate students are routinely challenged to consider new ways of thinking and examine innovative approaches to age-old questions, often making significant scholarly contributions along the way. That couldn't h  more
Clark appoints inaugural David Angel Endowed Chair in Holocaust Pedagogy and Antisemitism Studies
WORCESTER, Massachusetts, May 14 -- Clark University posted the following news: * * * Clark appoints inaugural David Angel Endowed Chair in Holocaust Pedagogy and Antisemitism Studies * Dr. Ashley Valanzola has been appointed the inaugural David P. Angel Endowed Chair in Holocaust Pedagogy and Antisemitism Studies. Dr. Valanzola will join Clark University as a tenure-track faculty member in the History Department and as an active member of the Strassler Center for Holocaust and Genocide Stud  more
CLAS researchers' hearing care study named "Trial of the Year" by leading medical journal
IOWA CITY, Iowa, May 14 -- The University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences posted the following news: * * * CLAS researchers' hearing care study named "Trial of the Year" by leading medical journal * A University of Iowa study on hearing care has been named Editor's Choice: Clinical Trial of the Year for 2025 by JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery. Professor Yu-Hsiang Wu and Research Audiologist Elizabeth Stangl in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, and  more
Class of 2026: More Than 1,400 Students Become the Newest Alumni of Georgia College & State University
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia, May 15 -- Georgia College issued the following news: * * * Class of 2026: More than 1,400 students become the newest alumni of Georgia College & State University By Amanda Respess M ore than 1,400 students participated in Georgia College & State University's commencement ceremonies on May 13 and 14. GCSU hosted four ceremonies - one for each of the university's academic colleges - to confer undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees on the class of 2026. A unique  more
Class of 2026: Sofia Aguilar Draws Upon Her Heritage
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, May 14 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus posted the following news: * * * Class of 2026: Sofia Aguilar Draws Upon Her Heritage * Sofia Aguilar's (MFA Studio Arts: Printmaking and Drawing) Mexican heritage imbues her art, which she has developed during her time at UNCG's School of Art. Growing up in Kernersville, about thirty minutes from campus, she enrolled at UNCG because it was close to home, and scholarship opportunities were available. A  more
Clemson Division of Research names 2026 Researchers of the Year, URSAAA recipients
CLEMSON, South Carolina, May 14 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * Clemson Division of Research names 2026 Researchers of the Year, URSAAA recipients * The Clemson University Division of Research recognized faculty members in the College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences (CBSHS) for achieving rare career milestones during the 2026 Clemson University Research Symposium on May 6. Luigi Boccuto, assistant professor in the School of Nursing, was named Junior Researc  more
CNU Partnership Creates Fast Track for Future Environmental Scientists
NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia, May 15 -- Christopher Newport University issued the following news: * * * CNU Partnership Creates Fast Track for Future Environmental Scientists New program offers seamless transition to Christopher Newport for Randolph-Macon grads seeking master's degree in environmental science By Kelley McGee Christopher Newport and Randolph-Macon College (RMC) have signed a memorandum of understanding to provide guaranteed admission into CNU's Master of Science in Environmental S  more
College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources announces 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient
FARGO, North Dakota, May 14 -- North Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources announces 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient * North Dakota State University's College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources is proud to announce Marcia P. McMullen as the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient. McMullen, Emeritus Professor of plant pathology, is nationally recognized for her decades of leadership in  more
Connecticut High School Seniors Graduate from 'Doctors Academy' at UConn Health
STORRS, Connecticut, May 14 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news: * * * Connecticut High School Seniors Graduate from 'Doctors Academy' at UConn Health * Senior Doctor Academy graduates in the Class of 2026 on May 13 received their honorary white coats and diplomas from the Health Career Opportunity Programs (HCOP) at UConn Health. The Doctors Academy is part of the highly successful Health Career Opportunity Programs (HCOP) founded over two decades ago by physician-s  more
Convocation Recognizes Graduate Students' Achievements
NEW YORK, May 14 -- Cornell University - Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences posted the following news: * * * Convocation Recognizes Graduate Students' Achievements * Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences celebrated students in the Class of 2026 for their academic achievements during its May 13 convocation ceremony. The ceremony, hosted by Dr. Barbara Hempstead, dean of Weill Cornell Graduate School, honored students who are graduating with their master's degrees,  more
CTE not identified at autopsy for many who met its criteria
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 14 -- The University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * CTE not identified at autopsy for many who met its criteria * Most people who met proposed clinical criteria meant to identify chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) during life did not show hallmark brain changes of the disease at autopsy. The findings raise concerns that widespread clinical adoption of these criteria could lead to misdiagnosis and unintended men  more
Dartmouth College: Nina Pavcnik Named Inaugural Dean of Arts and Sciences
HANOVER, New Hampshire, May 15 -- Dartmouth College issued the following news: * * * Nina Pavcnik Named Inaugural Dean of Arts and Sciences The economist is committed to advancing liberal arts education and research excellence. Written by Bridget Campolettano President Sian Leah Beilock today announced the appointment of Nina Pavcnik as inaugural dean of the School of Arts and Sciences, effective July 1--a significant step toward Dartmouth becoming the best undergraduate education within a   more
Dr. Nicole R. Hill named provost and vice president for Academic Affairs
SHIPPENSBURG, Pennsylvania, May 14 -- Shippensburg University posted the following news: * * * Dr. Nicole R. Hill named provost and vice president for Academic Affairs * Shippensburg University is pleased to announce Dr. Nicole R. Hill as its next provost and vice president for Academic Affairs. Hill was the interim provost and vice president for Academic Affairs at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, a role she recently returned to after serving two years as provost from 2022 to 2024  more
Energy Transition Successes, Challenges Shared at Higher Ed Decarbonization Forum
AMHERST, Massachusetts, May 14 -- The University of Massachusetts posted the following news: * * * Energy Transition Successes, Challenges Shared at Higher Ed Decarbonization Forum * The UMass Energy Transition Institute, School of Earth and Sustainability and Clean Energy Extension hosted a Campus Decarbonization Forum recently as a way for leaders in higher education sustainability to share their successes, challenges and roadmaps to transition their campuses to clean energy. The event inc  more
Engineering for Energy Demands Summit 2026: Meeting Rising Global Energy Needs
LOS ANGELES, California, May 14 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * Engineering for Energy Demands Summit 2026: Meeting Rising Global Energy Needs * The growth in energy demand is outpacing the capabilities of existing infrastructure built to support it. That tension defined the Engineering for Energy Demands Summit 2026, held April 22 at USC's Capital Campus in Washington, DC, where discussions focused on how energy systems  more
Faculty voice: Circling back to what matters on the Spartan Bus Tour
EAST LANSING, Michigan, May 14 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Faculty voice: Circling back to what matters on the Spartan Bus Tour * Luke Capizzo is an assistant professor of public relations in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences. After traveling with the Spartan Bus Tour through Flint, Saginaw and Bay City, he shared these remarks at the closing reception on May 7. Thank you to President Guskiewicz, the remarkable bus tour planning team and the i  more
Faculty voice: The Spartan spirit across Michigan
EAST LANSING, Michigan, May 14 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Faculty voice: The Spartan spirit across Michigan * Eric L. Hegg is dean of the College of Natural Science at Michigan State University. There is something uniquely powerful about experiencing Michigan from the road. During two days on the Spartan Bus Tour through the Flint and Bay regions, I had the opportunity to visit communities, organizations and businesses that are helping shape the future   more
FAU's CA-AI Secures $2.2M AFRL Grant for Next-Gen Autonomous Systems
BOCA RATON, Florida, May 15 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FAU's CA-AI Secures $2.2M AFRL Grant for Next-Gen Autonomous Systems Award Snapshot: As autonomous technologies continue to expand their presence across commercial and defense applications, a critical limitation persists. While today's machines can operate intelligently on their own, they often struggle to collaborate effectively as part of a netw  more
First-Generation Medical Student Aims to Improve the Health of Ohioans
TOLEDO, Ohio, May 14 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * First-Generation Medical Student Aims to Improve the Health of Ohioans * Matthew Folkman was raised in Chardon, a small town near Cleveland, where he saw the need for compassionate care, inspiring him to pursue a career in healthcare. "My goal has been and always will be to stay in Ohio," Folkman said. "This is my home and it's really important to me to give back." CELEBRATING SUCCESS : UToledo recognizes t  more
Five internships lead College of AI, Cyber and Computing student to solutions engineering role at FICO
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * Five internships lead College of AI, Cyber and Computing student to solutions engineering role at FICO * This story is part of a series highlighting the university's outstanding graduates crossing the stage on May 16. Alessandro Espinosa, a senior in the College of AI, Cyber and Computing, is preparing to graduate with two degrees in computer science and software engineering. As he looks ahea  more
From technical solution to systems change: Tackling the problem of plastic waste
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 14 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * From technical solution to systems change: Tackling the problem of plastic waste * When Akorfa Dagadu arrived at MIT, she had a solution in mind: a mobile app to improve recycling and environmental engagement in her home country of Ghana. The project, called Ishara, aimed to make it easier for people to participate in local recycling systems while creating economic opportunities.   more
Grad Student and Undergrad Win National Science Foundation Research Fellowship
NORTHRIDGE, California, May 14 -- California State University Northridge issued the following news release: * * * Grad Student and Undergrad Win National Science Foundation Research Fellowship * Chemistry master's student Samantha "Sammie" Ellis and undergraduate astrophysics major Jesus Poblano recently received one of the most competitive and prestigious awards for students in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Pro  more
Grand Valley State University: Groundswell Student Showcase Highlights Stewardship, Research
ALLENDALE, Michigan, May 15 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: * * * Groundswell student showcase highlights stewardship, research By Brian Vernellis For two years, Emma Witkovsky's fifth graders at Aberdeen Academy have been studying an insect integral to the food chain and a bioindicator of Michigan's watersheds and waterways - the stonefly. But, with limited resources, Witkovsky said she couldn't develop the class as fully as she envisioned. This school year, a   more
Hantavirus Outbreak Raises Greater Concern about Emergency Preparedness
BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 14 -- The Boston University School of Public Health issued the following news: * * * Hantavirus Outbreak Raises Greater Concern about Emergency Preparedness *. pandemic preparedness While the current outbreak of the rare zoonotic virus will likely fizzle out, the termination of several global health partnerships and funding by the US means the nation has fewer tools to respond to the next pandemic or other international health crisis. As of Thursday, May 14, 2  more
Hartwick College Honors Nursing Alumni for Leadership and Service
ONEONTA, New York, May 14 -- Hartwick College issued the following news release: * * * Hartwick College Honors Nursing Alumni for Leadership and Service * Georgette "Gigi" Smith '85, P'18 and Tina Dalrymple '00, P'09, P'11, will be honored during a recognition ceremony scheduled for 3 p.m. Sept. 25, in Slade Theatre during True Blue Weekend. The annual award celebrates Hartwick nursing alumni whose careers reflect the values of compassion, lifelong learning and professional excellence foster  more
Harvard University: Healy Joins HMC Board of Directors
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 15 -- Harvard University issued the following news: * * * Healy joins HMC Board of Directors Harvard Management Company (HMC) announced Thursday that Patrick Healy '89, M.B.A. '94 has been elected to join its board of directors. Formed in 1974, HMC invests the University's endowed funds and related financial assets, which provide critical funding for financial aid, groundbreaking research, world-class teaching, and more. Annual distributions from these funds hav  more
Highlight of time at CMU helps student shape future
MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, May 14 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Highlight of time at CMU helps student shape future * As Odil Dilmurodov prepares to use his last year at Central Michigan University to shape his life after graduation, one experience stands out in conceiving of his future: the summer he spent on Beaver Island. "I think it's the highlight of my student life at CMU," he said. It wasn't just what he learned on the island; it was the relationship  more
Illinois Wesleyan to Launch First-of-its-Kind Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Quantum Science and Engineering Program
BLOOMINGTON, Illinois, May 15 -- Illinois Wesleyan University issued the following news release: * * * Illinois Wesleyan to Launch First-of-its-Kind Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Quantum Science and Engineering Program Fisher Center for Interdisciplinary Quantum Science & Engineering positions Illinois as a leader in next generation quantum education By Tori Joseph Illinois Wesleyan University today announced the creation of the Fisher Center for Interdisciplinary Quantum Science & Engine  more
IMMCG researchers, trainees share research during AAI annual meeting
AUGUSTA, Georgia, May 14 -- Augusta University posted the following news release: * * * IMMCG researchers, trainees share research during AAI annual meeting * One of the best ways to advance knowledge is through collaboration, and for more than 100 years, there has been no better way for immunologists in the United States to collaborate than through the American Association of Immunologists' annual meeting. This year marked the 109th edition of the meeting, and a strong contingent of resea  more
IRIS at 25: Research made real, from classrooms to clinics
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 14 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news release: * * * IRIS at 25: Research made real, from classrooms to clinics * By Jennifer Kiilerich In an outpatient waiting room at the Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, occupational therapist Kevin Durney noticed a problem: the space where children and families spent time before appointments felt sterile, with nothing to do that reflected the kids who sat there. He wanted to fill the room with boo  more
IUP Computer Science and Cybersecurity Program Ranked 8th in Nation
INDIANA, Pennsylvania, May 15 -- Indiana University of Pennsylvania issued the following news: * * * IUP Computer Science and Cybersecurity Program Ranked 8th in Nation Indiana University of Pennsylvania's computer science with cybersecurity emphasis program has been ranked eighth in the nation by Programs.com. IUP's program, the only program at a Pennsylvania public university selected in the top 10 programs in the nation, was recognized for both excellence and affordability. Programs.com   more
IUP Receives $349,511 From Pennsylvania Department of Education for Dual Enrollment Program for Students Seeking Teaching Degrees
INDIANA, Pennsylvania, May 15 -- Indiana University of Pennsylvania issued the following news: * * * IUP Receives $349,511 from Pennsylvania Department of Education for Dual Enrollment Program for Students Seeking Teaching Degrees Indiana University of Pennsylvania has received $349,511 from the Pennsylvania Department of Education through Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's Dual Credit Innovation Grant Program, with a goal of addressing the Commonwealth's teacher shortage. The "IUP Rising   more
Jackson Sapuleni: How does early-life weight gain affect female fertility?
ITHACA, New York, May 14 -- The Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences posted the following news: * * * Jackson Sapuleni: How does early-life weight gain affect female fertility? * * Animal Science * Genomics * Biology Jackson Sapuleni PhD'28 is a doctoral student working in the lab of Yi Athena Ren, associate professor of reproductive biology. Jackson's research focuses on the effect of early-life weight gain on the ovary. We spoke with Jackson about his research an  more
Johns Hopkins: Black Community Leaders Urge More Focus on Solutions in Conversations About Black Maternal Health
BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 15 (TNSjou) -- Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health issued the following news release: * * * Black Community Leaders Urge More Focus on Solutions in Conversations About Black Maternal Health In a new study based on in-depth interviews, Black community leaders say the national conversation about the Black maternal health crisis places too much emphasis on grim maternal mortality and morbidity statistics, without enough attention to community-led s  more
Johns Hopkins: Combined Sensory-and-Motor Function Score May Help Assess Cognitive Impairment Often Underlying Dementia
BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 15 (TNSjou) -- Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health issued the following news release: * * * Combined Sensory-and-Motor Function Score May Help Assess Cognitive Impairment Often Underlying Dementia Findings suggest combined sensorimotor assessment measure may support early detection of cognitive decline * A measure that combines sensory and motor function assessments may be useful in gauging the risk of mild cognitive impairment, a condition th  more
Kennesaw State graduate turns biochemistry research into pathway to veterinary school
KENNESAW, Georgia, May 14 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release: * * * Kennesaw State graduate turns biochemistry research into pathway to veterinary school * KENNESAW, Ga. | May 14, 2026 With the mind of a scientist and the heart of an animal lover, Kaylee Stone combined her two loves at Kennesaw State University. This week, she graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from KSU's College of Science and Mathematics after four years full of curiosity and  more
KU doctoral student receives Cobell Fellowship
LAWRENCE, Kansas, May 14 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * KU doctoral student receives Cobell Fellowship * LAWRENCE -Annalise Guthrie, a University of Kansas doctoral candidate in ecology & evolutionary biology, has been named a recipient of the Elouise Cobell Dissertation Writing-Year Fellowship. The award provides $30,000 in support over 12 months to American Indian and Alaska Native scholars who are completing their doctoral dissertations. Guthrie is one of t  more
LARP Students Blend Design and Community in Boston Resilience Project
AMHERST, Massachusetts, May 14 -- The University of Massachusetts posted the following news: * * * LARP Students Blend Design and Community in Boston Resilience Project * As climate change intensifies the risks facing Boston's waterfront neighborhoods, a group of seniors in the Department of Landscape Architecture and Regional Planning (LARP) spent the spring imagining what a more resilient future could look like, one project and one conversation at a time. The senior capstone studio, "Bel  more
Leadership insights: Provost Sotiropoulos on AI, doctoral education and the land-grand mission
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 14 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Leadership insights: Provost Sotiropoulos on AI, doctoral education and the land-grand mission * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -In a recent op-ed for PennLive, Penn State Executive Vice President and Provost Fotis Sotiropoulos shares his thoughts about the impact of AI on doctoral education and how those changes could shape Penn State's land grant mission in the 21st century. Sotiropoulos writes   more
Leiter honored with top law libraries association award
LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 14 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news: * * * Leiter honored with top law libraries association award * The American Association of Law Libraries announced that Richard A. Leiter, director of the Marvin & Virginia Schmid Law Library and the Marvin & Virginia Schmid Foundation Professor of Law at the University of Nebraska College of Law, is the 2026 recipient of the Marian Gould Gallagher Distinguished Service Award -the Association's highest honor.  more
Lessons lived, learned and happily shared
KENT, Ohio, May 14 -- Wright State University posted the following news: * * * Lessons lived, learned and happily shared * 2026 graduate Anna Lawson earned her communication degree debt-free, studied abroad in Spain and landed an internship through the Career Hub by taking advantage of Wright State's financial aid, scholarships and career services. Anna Lawson wanted to earn a degree without taking on student loans. Despite working full time and completing two years at Sinclair College bef  more
Lipscomb University: Health Science Faculty Share How AI is Re-shaping Today's Health Care
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 15 -- Lipscomb University issued the following news: * * * Health science faculty share how AI is re-shaping today's health care Through research and a speaker series, faculty keep Lipscomb abreast of the latest AI use in healthcare. Janel Shoun-Smith, 615-966-7078 Artificial intelligence has already transformed the healthcare world in ways both big and small, and Lipscomb's health science professionals of the future will be prepared to navigate that world thanks t  more
Lynde B. Uihlein Gives $10 Million to UWM's School of Freshwater Sciences
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, May 15 -- The University of Wisconsin Milwaukee campus issued the following news release: * * * Lynde B. Uihlein gives $10 million to UWM's School of Freshwater Sciences Philanthropist and environmentalist Lynde B. Uihlein has announced a $10 million gift to the UWM Foundation that will benefit the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's freshwater sciences research and education mission. The endowment, among the largest received in UWM's history, will bolster the School of  more
MBA Students Take On Real Consulting Work at the Rady School
LA JOLLA, California, May 14 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * MBA Students Take On Real Consulting Work at the Rady School * There is a moment, somewhere around the second or third week of the Rady Action Project, when students stop treating it like a class. The kickoff meeting is over, the scope has been defined, and the first weekly status report is due - this time going to a real client: a senior executive at a local biotech company, or a s  more
Meeting professionals where they are
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 14 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news release: * * * Meeting professionals where they are * A Peabody College education isn't always tied to a physical place or a particular life stage, and it doesn't exclusively result in a degree. We continually envision what it means to educate and serve professionals throughout their careers, whether by offering degree programs, evidence-based resources or timely professional development. In this issue of the Pea  more
Mercer recognized for fostering student success from enrollment to post-graduation
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 14 -- Mercer University posted the following news: * * * Mercer recognized for fostering student success from enrollment to post-graduation * Mercer University has been recognized for being among the best colleges and universities when it comes to fostering student success -from enrolling students reflective of the communities it serves to producing graduates with higher earnings than their peers. It is among just 12% of nearly 4,000 higher education institutions nati  more
Michigan Medicine: Psychoactive Substances and Adverse Side Effects for Patients With Multiple Sclerosis
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, May 15 (TNSjou) -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Psychoactive substances and adverse side effects for patients with multiple sclerosis Although they can provide immediate relief to patients, some come with unwanted symptoms * Using psychoactive substances for recreation, socialization or symptom self-management is common for many people living with multiple sclerosis. When used to   more
Mike Crowder and Tom Poetter awarded the Benjamin Harrison Medallion
OXFORD, Ohio, May 14 -- Miami University posted the following news: * * * Mike Crowder and Tom Poetter awarded the Benjamin Harrison Medallion * Miami University has honored two professors -Mike Crowder and Tom Poetter -with its most prestigious career faculty award, the Benjamin Harrison Medallion. The medallion is awarded annually for extraordinary and sustained contributions related to teaching, research, and service over the course of a career at the university. Crowder, associate pr  more
Mizzou Breaks Ground on Radioisotope Science Center to Strengthen Nation's Supply of Critical Isotopes
COLUMBIA, Missouri, May 15 -- The University of Missouri issued the following news release: * * * Mizzou breaks ground on Radioisotope Science Center to strengthen nation's supply of critical isotopes University of Missouri leaders, federal partners and state officials today celebrated the groundbreaking of the new Radioisotope Science Center (RSC) at Discovery Ridge Research Park, marking a major milestone in strengthening the nation's supply of critical radioisotopes for medicine, research   more
My White Oak mobile app helps landowners assess their woods, plan for white oak's future
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, May 14 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news: * * * My White Oak mobile app helps landowners assess their woods, plan for white oak's future * A new mobile app is helping woodland owners across Kentucky and the Central Hardwood region determine whether white oak is present in their woodlands and is offering ways to help regenerate and sustain the species. The app was developed through a partnership among the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton Colleg  more
New book explores the life of 'Wuthering Heights' author Emily Bronte
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, May 13 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * New book explores the life of 'Wuthering Heights' author Emily Bronte * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -English author Emily Bronte is best known for her novel "Wuthering Heights," a multigenerational story of obsession, revenge and love set in the Yorkshire moors. "This Dark Night," the first full-length biography of Bronte in over 20 years and written by Penn State Professor of English Deborah Lut  more
New Science Lab Expands Opportunities for Christendom College Students
FRONT ROYAL, Virginia, May 13 -- Christendom College posted the following news: * * * New Science Lab Expands Opportunities for Christendom College Students * Christendom College recently completed Venerable Jerome Lejeune Hall, its newest academic building and the new home of the college's Natural Science major. Featuring dedicated laboratory spaces for both life sciences and chemistry, the new facility will enable students to better pursue vocations in healthcare, scientific research, and   more
New study provides rule of thumb to estimate land sustainability in river deltas
CHAMPAIGN, Illinois, May 14 -- The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus issued the following news: * * * New study provides rule of thumb to estimate land sustainability in river deltas * As densely populated coastal communities struggle to keep up with rising sea levels, new research reveals a way to predict how river deltas build land and protect coastal regions from encroaching oceans. This insight will help engineers and policymakers estimate how much new land can be created or  more
NMSU Hunt Center opens applications for Talent Lab fellowship
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, May 14 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * NMSU Hunt Center opens applications for Talent Lab fellowship * WRITER: Alejandro Najera-Acosta, a_najera@nmsu.edu SOURCE: Carlos Murguia, cmurguia@nmsu.edu The Hunt Center for Entrepreneurship at New Mexico State University's Arrowhead Center is inviting NMSU students to apply to Talent Lab, a six-month fellowship that prepares aspiring entrepreneurs to build venture-ready careers in   more
Northwestern University: Heart Disease Risk May Start in the Womb
EVANSTON, Illinois, May 15 (TNSjou) -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * Heart disease risk may start in the womb Pregnancy complications, especially high blood pressure, tied to worse heart health in offspring decades later * Study tracked nearly 1,350 mother-child pairs from birth to age 22 * Adults whose mothers had hypertension during pregnancy had thicker artery walls than peers * Findings may help explain how cardiovascular risk passes between generatio  more
Orcun Selcuk receives Fulbright Global Scholar Award
DECORAH, Iowa, May 13 -- Luther College posted the following news: * * * Orcun Selcuk receives Fulbright Global Scholar Award * Orcun Selcuk, associate professor of political science and director of the International Studies Program at Luther College, has been selected for a Fulbright Global Scholar Award for 2026-27. The prestigious Fulbright Global Scholar Award encourages international connections and fosters understanding and cooperation across nations. Orcun Selcuk Selcuk plans to r  more
OU Students Receive Awards for Study, Research Abroad
NORMAN, Oklahoma, May 14 -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news: * * * OU Students Receive Awards for Study, Research Abroad * Three students at the University of Oklahoma have been awarded nationally competitive scholarships, including two Fulbright recipients and one Gilman awardee. University of Oklahoma students Annelise Huynh and Alex Shafer have received Fulbright U.S. Student awards for the 2026-27 academic year from the U.S. Department of State and the Fulbright Fo  more
Paerl cements legacy in North Carolina history with Order of the Long Leaf Pine recognition
CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, May 14 -- The University of North Carolina Gillings School of Global Public Health posted the following news: * * * Paerl cements legacy in North Carolina history with Order of the Long Leaf Pine recognition * By Emily Williams, UNC Institute for the Environment After a nearly 50-year career at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Hans W. Paerl, PhD, a world-renowned researcher and professor, was inducted into North Carolina's Order of the Long Leaf  more
Penn State-Berks: Researchers, Community Collaborate at Food Security Symposium
READING, Pennsylvania, May 15 -- Pennsylvania State University Berks campus issued the following news: * * * Researchers, community collaborate at food security symposium Gathering aims to analyze challenges and break barriers to accessing food across Pennsylvania * Over 80 researchers, data experts and representatives from community organizations gathered to identify and explore Pennsylvania state and regional food distribution needs and challenges, create a network of researchers and coll  more
Professor Monica Correia earns prestigious Fulbright Scholar Award to research sustainable textile design
IOWA CITY, Iowa, May 14 -- The University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences posted the following news: * * * Professor Monica Correia earns prestigious Fulbright Scholar Award to research sustainable textile design * Monica Correia, professor of 3D design and collegiate scholar in the University of Iowa School of Art, Art History, and Design, has received a Fulbright Scholar Award to France, among the highest honors in international academic and cultural exchange. Her project will  more
Protein coordinates responses to environmental stress
DALLAS, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center posted the following news release: * * * Protein coordinates responses to environmental stress * DALLAS - May 14, 2026 - UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers have discovered a key molecular mechanism that allows animals to adapt to changing environmental conditions without altering their genes - an ability known as phenotypic plasticity. The findings, published in Science Signaling, provide a foundation for fu  more
Q&A: Epidemiologist from Brown University's Pandemic Center on the hantavirus outbreak
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 13 -- Brown University posted the following Q&A involving Epidemiology Professor Jennifer Nuzzo, director of the Pandemic Center: * * * Q&A: Epidemiologist from Brown University's Pandemic Center on the hantavirus outbreak A hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship in the South Atlantic has killed at least three and sickened multiple other people, prompting health officials to monitor disembarked passengers across multiple countries. The Dutch-flagged vessel MV  more
Rice nears goal of $20M faculty matching fund, $3M remains to unlock full impact
HOUSTON, Texas, May 14 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice nears goal of $20M faculty matching fund, $3M remains to unlock full impact * Through the Ignite: Faculty Advancement Matching Gift Fund, Rice University is gaining significant momentum in its effort to recruit and retain world-class faculty. Powered by the generosity of an anonymous alumni couple whose transformative $20 million commitment is inspiring others to invest in the university's future, donors   more
Rice professor awarded Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship
HOUSTON, Texas, May 14 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice professor awarded Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship * Qimiao Si, the Harry C. and Olga K. Wiess Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Rice University, has been awarded a Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship for the 2026-27 academic year. He joins a class of 50 fellows, including scholars, creatives and public intellectuals, who will take residence at Harvard University in order to pursue an academic or creative projec  more
Rochester Institute of Technology: COSMOS-Web Team Releases the Most Detailed Map Ever of the Cosmic Web
ROCHESTER, New York, May 15 (TNSjou) -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * COSMOS-Web team releases the most detailed map ever of the cosmic web Researchers reveal new details in the density of the universe * Nearly one year ago, the COSMOS-Web research team released the largest view ever of the universe. Now, thanks again to the COSMOS-Web program and the James Webb Space Telescope, scientists have released the most detailed map ever of the cosmic we  more
Rooted in solidarity: Spartan Bus Tour explores partnerships and progress in Flint and the Bay Region
EAST LANSING, Michigan, May 14 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Rooted in solidarity: Spartan Bus Tour explores partnerships and progress in Flint and the Bay Region * As dozens of Michigan State University faculty and administrators boarded a bus headed to Flint, Saginaw and Bay City for this spring's Spartan Bus Tour, participants couldn't have known that during their immersive two-day, 222-mile trip that they would be traveling through time. Led by President  more
Rosenberger, Wyllie granted tenure among AU faculty promotions
ASHLAND, Ohio, May 14 -- Ashland University posted the following news: * * * Rosenberger, Wyllie granted tenure among AU faculty promotions * ASHLAND, Ohio - Two faculty members at Ashland University were granted tenure this spring-Jared Rosenberger, Ph.D., in the department of criminal justice and sociology and Robert Wyllie, Ph.D., in the department of history and political science-following approval by the AU Board of Trustees. In addition, Melissa Irwin was promoted to clinical associa  more
Rowan awards first doctorate in data science
GLASSBORO, New Jersey, May 14 -- Rowan University posted the following news: * * * Rowan awards first doctorate in data science * Rowan University has graduated its first Ph.D. in data science, marking another milestone in its rise toward R1 status as a public research institution. Gulsum Alicioglu of Ankara, Turkey, successfully defended her dissertation, "A Visual Exploration Framework for Explainable Deep Reinforcement Learning." While Rowan celebrated its newest Ph.D.s with a recogni  more
Rutgers: Breaking Boundaries in Uterine Fibroid Care
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, May 14 -- Rutgers University issued the following Q&A on May 13, 2026, involving Pratik A. Shukla, associate professor in the Department of Radiology at New Jersey Medical School: * * * Breaking Boundaries in Uterine Fibroid Care A Rutgers Health professor explains how a minimally invasive treatment improves recovery and quality of life By Lavene Gass Uterine fibroids, benign tumors that develop in the uterus, are among the most common gynecologic conditions affec  more
Sam Houston State University: Physician Training Program in Conroe Focuses on Pain Relief and Movement Health
HUNTSVILLE, Texas, May 15 -- Sam Houston State University issued the following news: * * * New Physician Training Program in Conroe Focuses on Pain Relief and Movement Health By Brittany Foreman A new physician training program focused on hands-on patient care, pain management, and movement health has received accreditation in Conroe. The Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (ONMM) Plus One Advanced Training Program, a specialty program in musculoskeletal medicine, was developed by Sam  more
Senior Spotlight: Reagan Kelley College Experience Shaped by Community and Resilience at IU Southeast
NEW ALBANY, Indiana, May 14 -- Indiana University Southeast campus posted the following news: * * * Senior Spotlight: Reagan Kelley College Experience Shaped by Community and Resilience at IU Southeast * - 1:- 1:View print quality image about headshot Reagan Kelley about headshot Reagan Kelley From Lanesville, Indiana, Reagan Kelley is a graduating senior at Indiana University Southeast, earning a degree in Biology with minors in Chemistry and Microbiology. As she prepares to graduate, Kel  more
Seton Hall Launches New Ad Campaign
SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, May 14 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news: * * * Seton Hall Launches New Ad Campaign * Seton Hall has launched a comprehensive new image advertising campaign across northern New Jersey, bringing the University's message - and its Pirate pride - to some of the region's busiest and most visible public spaces, from Newark Liberty International Airport to Hoboken Terminal. Throughout the spring and summer, the campaign will appear across the New Jersey T  more
Showcase Prepares University of Houston Students to Lead in an AI-driven Economy
HOUSTON, Texas, May 15 -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * Showcase Prepares University of Houston Students to Lead in an AI-driven Economy Student Innovators Harnessing AI and Data Science to Tackle Real-world Challenges By Kelly Schafler, 713/743-1153, kmschafler@central.uh.edu The University of Houston's AI and Data Science Showcase brought together 31 student teams on May 6 to demonstrate how artificial intelligence and advanced analytics can solve real-world c  more
Six Yale Faculty Members Honored for Teaching Excellence, Commitment to Students
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, May 14 -- Yale University issued the following news: * * * Six Yale faculty members honored for teaching excellence, commitment to students Yale College recently awarded its annual teaching prizes to six faculty members during a reception at the Humanities Quadrangle. * Six members of the Yale faculty were recently named recipients of Yale College's teaching prizes, which recognize exceptional undergraduate teaching. The prizewinning teachers are Constantine Muravn  more
SoA Faculty Presented at the Society of Architectural Historians 79th Annual Meeting in Mexico City
BROOKLYN, New York, May 14 -- Pratt Institute, a private university that says it educate artists and professionals to be contributors to society, posted the following news: * * * SoA Faculty Presented at the Society of Architectural Historians 79th Annual Meeting in Mexico City * The School of Architecture was robustly represented at the important Society of Architectural Historians Annual Meeting. Eight faculty members across the SoA's departments presented their research, co-chaired a pane  more
SoCal CEERS Symposium Strengthens Ties Between Academia and Industry
LOS ANGELES, California, May 14 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * SoCal CEERS Symposium Strengthens Ties Between Academia and Industry * The COVID-19 pandemic saw the launch of countless new projects, not all of which have stood the test of time. Initially developed at USC Viterbi 's Sonny Astani Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering (CEE) in 2021 and launched in 2022, the Student SoCal Civil and Environmental Re  more
Southeastern Continues to Share Research With the Public
HAMMOND, Louisiana, May 11 -- Southeastern Louisiana University issued the following news: * * * Southeastern continues to share research with the public Southeastern Louisiana University's Research Council recently presented "PechaKucha, A Research and Innovation Showcase," at Blackened Brew in Hammond. By: Tonya Lowentritt Southeastern Louisiana University's Research Council recently presented "PechaKucha, A Research and Innovation Showcase," at Blackened Brew in Hammond. PechaKucha means  more
Space Weather and Sun Science: A Conversation with Christina Cohen
PASADENA, California, May 14 -- The California Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * Space Weather and Sun Science: A Conversation with Christina Cohen * Space physicist Christina Cohen first joined the Space Radiation Laboratory (SRL) as a postdoctoral scholar in 1996. At the time, the group was helmed by the late Edward Stone, a giant in the fields of space physics and planetary astronomy, who spent six decades at Caltech establishing the SRL and leading numerous space m  more
Sr. Angela Kim Presents Research During International Week in Romania
SCRANTON, Pennsylvania, May 14 -- Marywood University posted the following news: * * * Sr. Angela Kim Presents Research During International Week in Romania * Sr. Angela Kim is representing Marywood University at the annual "International Week" conference hosted by Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu in Romania from May 11-15, 2026. During the international conference, faculty members from across the globe gathered to present research and share expertise in a variety of academic disciplines.   more
Standout Year for Dartmouth NSF Graduate Research Fellowships
HANOVER, New Hampshire, May 12 -- Dartmouth College issued the following news: * * * A Standout Year for Dartmouth NSF Graduate Research Fellowships Nineteen undergraduates and recent alumni earned the prestigious fellowship, along with nine graduate students at the Guarini School of Graduate and Advanced Studies. * Before coming to college, Devin Tulio '25 had never picked up a pipette. By the time she graduated, she had spent five terms investigating how sulfated peptides regulate plant c  more
Stony Brook Medicine Reaches New Milestone with Systemwide CMS Five-Star Recognition
STONY BROOK, New York, May 14 -- The State University of New York Stony Brook University posted the following news: * * * Stony Brook Medicine Reaches New Milestone with Systemwide CMS Five-Star Recognition * STONY BROOK, NY, May 14, 2026 - Stony Brook University Hospital, Suffolk County's only academic medical center and Level 1 Trauma Center for both adults and children, earned a five-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the highest rating aw  more
String Theory Emerges from "Almost Nothing"
PASADENA, California, May 14 -- The California Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * String Theory Emerges from "Almost Nothing" * If you could take an apple and break it into smaller and smaller parts, you would find molecules, then atoms, followed by subatomic particles like protons and the quarks and gluons that make them up. You might think you hit the bottom, but, according to string theorists, if you keep going to even smaller scales-about a billion billion times sma  more
Study identifies gene linked to heart artery plaques more often seen in women
LOS ANGELES, California, May 14 -- The University of California posted the following news release: * * * Study identifies gene linked to heart artery plaques more often seen in women * Key takeaways * Researchers identified a gene known as MYH9, which is involved in forming more stable artery plaques in women, as a potential reason why women are more likely to develop a certain type of artery plaque linked to heart disease. * The study, led by UCLA researchers, provides new insight int  more
Study raises new questions about fish oil after concussions
CHARLESTON, South Carolina, May 14 -- The Medical University of South Carolina issued the following news release: * * * Study raises new questions about fish oil after concussions * CHARLESTON, S.C. (May 14, 2026) - Researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) report that a fatty acid common in fish oil supplements may interfere with the brain's natural repair process after traumatic brain injury, potentially affecting pathways associated with chronic traumatic encephalopat  more
Sungkyoung Lee Honored with University of Missouri Chancellor's Award for Outstanding Research and Creative Activity
COLUMBIA, Missouri, May 14 -- The University of Missouri School of Journalism issued the following news release: * * * Sungkyoung Lee Honored with University of Missouri Chancellor's Award for Outstanding Research and Creative Activity * COLUMBIA, Mo. (May 13, 2026) -Sungkyoung Lee, an associate professor at the Missouri School of Journalism, has received the Chancellor's Award for Outstanding Research and Creative Activity. The campus-wide award celebrates mid-career faculty who have made  more
SUNY ESF Receives Highest Platinum Rating for Sustainability Achievements
NEW YORK, May 15 -- The State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry issued the following news: * * * SUNY ESF Receives Highest Platinum Rating for Sustainability Achievements College is one of only four institutions worldwide to earn top ranking under updated framework * The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) has earned a STARS Platinum rating, the highest distinction in higher education sustainability. Awarded by the Association for the   more
SUNY Honors Three at Upstate With Distinguished Faculty Rank
SYRACUSE, New York, May 15 -- The State University of New York Upstate Medical University campus issued the following news: * * * SUNY honors three at Upstate with Distinguished Faculty Rank Three Upstate faculty--Gregory Conners, MD, MPH, MBA; Stewart Loh, PhD, and Sherard Tatum, MD--have been named SUNY Distinguished Faculty by the SUNY Board of Trustees. The three will be recognized and honored at the Upstate Convocation Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 4 p.m. in Weiskotten Hall. The campus communit  more
SUNY University at Albany: Grads at a Glance - Passion for Tiny Materials Leaves Big Impact
ALBANY, New York, May 15 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news: * * * Grads at a Glance: Passion for Tiny Materials Leaves Big Impact By Bethany Bump The contrast between impact and scale is a big reason Soumya Kollipara was drawn to nanoscience, a field devoted to the study of very tiny things. "Once I started learning how much you could change about the world by playing with stuff at the nanoscale, I was hooked," she said. Kollipara will graduate this summer from UAlbany  more
SUNY-Upstate Medical Campus Scientists Push Cancer Research Forward With Expanded Lab
SYRACUSE, New York, May 15 -- The State University of New York Upstate Medical University campus issued the following news: * * * Upstate scientists push cancer research forward with expanded lab capabilities Written by Russ Corbin Advanced cancer research is taking important strides forward at Upstate Regional Rehabilitation Centers at Institute of Human Performance, where physician-scientists are expanding innovative oncology studies aimed at improving patient outcomes across Central New Y  more
Synthetic biology leads to recyclable textiles
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, May 14 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news: * * * Synthetic biology leads to recyclable textiles * Your browser doesn't support the video tag. The textile industry produces a substantial portion of the world's waste. Only about 12% of fiber materials are recycled. Textiles also account for much of the microplastics in oceans. During every wash cycle, synthetic fibers shed microplastics that are flushed down the drain and eventually enter a  more
Syracuse University Celebrates Record Year for Faculty Research and Creative Work
SYRACUSE, New York, May 15 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * University Celebrates Record Year for Faculty Research and Creative Work At a faculty recognition event April 27, Chancellor J. Michael Haynie praised the research enterprise and shared his vision for continued growth. Wendy S. Loughlin Miron Victory Court was the setting for the Faculty Research and Creative Excellence Celebration hosted by the Office of Research April 27. The event served to honor faculty w  more
Syracuse University: A&S Students Shine at Annual Undergraduate Research Festival
SYRACUSE, New York, May 15 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * A&S Students Shine at Annual Undergraduate Research Festival Students gathered at the Life Sciences Complex to present their work to faculty, staff, peers and guests. Casey Schad Nearly 140 undergraduate students showcased their academic work at the College of Arts and Sciences' (A&S') annual Undergraduate Research Festival on April 17 in the Life Sciences Complex's Milton Atrium. Faculty, staff, peers and gu  more
Syracuse University: Test Got It Right - Mathematician Leaves Lasting Legacy
SYRACUSE, New York, May 15 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * The Test Got It Right: Mathematician Leaves Lasting Legacy Jack Graver retired this spring from the Department of Mathematics in the College of Arts and Sciences after 60 years on the faculty. Sean Grogan Jack Graver likes to tell the story about a vocational aptitude test he took in sixth grade. It asked students which activities they preferred -- things like fixing a bicycle, building things or working with  more
Tarleton Today Dual Enrollment Program Honored by CTENT
STEPHENVILLE, Texas, May 15 -- Tarleton State University issued the following news: * * * Tarleton Today Dual Enrollment Program Honored by CTENT Career and Technical Educators of North Texas named the Tarleton Today dual enrollment program as 2026 CTENT Post-secondary Partner of the Year during its Scholarship Awards Luncheon May 8 at the Birdville Center of Technology and Advanced Learning in North Richland Hills. "This recognition reflects Tarleton State University's strong commitment to   more
Team Gagamba Takes Flight as the Winners of the 2026 President's Innovation Challenge
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, May 14 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * Team Gagamba Takes Flight as the Winners of the 2026 President's Innovation Challenge * A window on the physics building, and one stubborn bird dropping, sparked the idea that would eventually earn Team Gagamba first place at this year's President's Innovation Challenge, held April 23 at the Thomas & Mack Center Strip View Pavilion. Preparation for the competition took weeks of brainstor  more
Temple discovery is giving humans and dogs healthier smiles
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 13 -- Temple University posted the following news: * * * Temple discovery is giving humans and dogs healthier smiles * A dental gel developed at Temple University is now being advanced by an alum-led company into products for both human patients and companion animals. Santiago Orrego and Carolina Montoya, researchers at Temple University's Kornberg School of Dentistry, have developed Ambrilux Dental Gel. Photo by Joseph V. Labolito Periodontal disease is  more
Temple student earns prestigious environmental scholarship
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 13 -- Temple University posted the following news: * * * Temple student earns prestigious environmental scholarship * Lindsay Slusser, a nontraditional student majoring in landscape architecture, is one of 65 students nationwide and the first Temple student in nine years to be awarded the Udall Scholarship. Photo by Ryan S. Brandenberg When Lindsay Slusser was asked to visit Temple's Scholar Development and Fellowships Advising Office, she panicked. Barb  more
Texas A&M Engineering: Engineering Student Recognized for Distinguished Dissertation
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 15 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Engineering student recognized for distinguished dissertation Chemical engineering graduate student Ashfaq Iftakher earned the 2026 Texas A&M Distinguished Dissertation Award for his research in developing tools for computer-aided molecular and process design. By Raven Wuebker, College of Engineering Ashfaq Iftakher, a chemical engineering graduate student, has received the 2  more
The Class of 2026 Celebrates Their Achievements
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, May 14 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * The Class of 2026 Celebrates Their Achievements * Meet just a few of the 3,720 graduates who will be crossing the stage this week during UNLV's 2026 spring Commencement. From hospitality to sciences, these Rebels are ready to launch -or enhance -their careers and make an impact in their communities and beyond. Nancy Esposito Doctor of Public Policy, Greenspun College of Urban Affairs   more
The Justice Collaboratory to Develop First-of-Its-Kind Community Engagement Training Program for Connecticut Law Enforcement (link is external)
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, May 14 -- Yale Law School posted the following news: * * * The Justice Collaboratory to Develop First-of-Its-Kind Community Engagement Training Program for Connecticut Law Enforcement (link is external) * The Justice Collaboratory at Yale Law School to Develop First-of-Its-Kind Community Engagement Training Program for Connecticut Law Enforcement Written By Justice Collaboratory The Justice Collaboratory Will Subcontract with The Council of State Governments Justice  more
The Last Gift: Turning Life's Final Chapter Into Hope for an HIV Cure
LA JOLLA, California, May 14 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * The Last Gift: Turning Life's Final Chapter Into Hope for an HIV Cure * Jim Dunn was generous. He was intelligent. He was kind. He was gentle. And he would do almost anything he could to help others. Even after his death on December 30, 2024, Jim's generosity and compassion continue. Jim and his wife, Susan Dickerson, were active participants in the Last Gift Study at the Universi  more
The Ocean You've Never Heard
LA JOLLA, California, May 14 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * The Ocean You've Never Heard * What happens when a composer and oceanographer listen to the ocean together? An unconventional partnership at the University of California San Diego has led to new music inspired by sounds from the seafloor that humans have never heard before. Department of Music Professor Lei Liang and Scripps Institution of Oceanography Assistant Project Scientist   more
Thinking like a VMD, earlier
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 14 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * Thinking like a VMD, earlier * In 2023, Penn's School of Veterinary Medicine launched the most sweeping overhaul of its curriculum in more than 50 years. Now, with the Class of 2026 on the verge of graduation, students reflect on what held up, what changed, and what it meant to be the first class to go through the integrated framework. The Class of 2026's first year was also the start of t  more
This Fulbright Scholar trains the next generation of building managers
BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 14 -- Northeastern University issued the following news: * * * This Fulbright Scholar trains the next generation of building managers * This Fulbright Scholar trains the next generation of smart building operators Fulbright Scholar and Northeastern professor Michael Kane will travel to Buenos Aires to translate his building operations program into Spanish and teach students. by Cesareo Contreras May 14, 2026 For the past few years, Northeastern University pro  more
Three UAPB Associate Professors Among 12 Grant Recipients Identified by Arkansas Research Alliance as Emerging Research Leaders Elevating Their Science to the Next Level
PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, May 14 -- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff posted the following news: * * * Three UAPB Associate Professors Among 12 Grant Recipients Identified by Arkansas Research Alliance as Emerging Research Leaders Elevating Their Science to the Next Level * The Arkansas Research Alliance (ARA) has announced 12 grant recipients from the Emerging Research Leaders Program (ERL), a new initiative created to increase the number of Arkansas researchers submitting competitive pr  more
Tiny Ocean Life Helps Scientists Estimate Whale Prevalence Off the California Coast
SAN LUIS OBISPO, California, May 14 -- California Polytechnic State University issued the following news: * * * Tiny Ocean Life Helps Scientists Estimate Whale Prevalence Off the California Coast * Top image caption: Humpback whales launch out of the water to feed on large schools of anchovies off the California coast near the Oceano Dunes. Photo by Joe Johnston A new approach to better assessing whale population data has emerged, led by a research team of marine biologists from Scripps Ins  more
Tuskegee University Class of 2026 Launches Into Job Market Prepared, and In-demand
TUSKEGEE, Alabama, May 15 -- The Tuskegee University posted the following news: * * * Tuskegee University Class of 2026 Launches into job market prepared, and in-demand Earvin "Magic" Johnson shared his iconic joy and wisdom as Commencement Speaker Crystal Drake When more than 300 Tuskegee University undergraduates walked across the stage and into their futures last Saturday, 40 percent were walking into full-time roles to begin meaningful careers in areas of their choice. Combining those f  more
Twelve Students and Alumni Earn NSF Graduate Research Fellowships
KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, May 14 -- The University of Tennessee posted the following news: * * * Twelve Students and Alumni Earn NSF Graduate Research Fellowships * Twelve students and alumni from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, have been awarded National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships. The recipients will use the scholarships to further their education and research in science, technology, engineering and math fields. "We are delighted for our NSF GRFP recipients who a  more
Two from MIT named 2026 Knight-Hennessy Scholars
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 14 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * Two from MIT named 2026 Knight-Hennessy Scholars * MIT master's student Sunshine Jiang '25 and Rupert Li '24 are recipients of this year's Knight-Hennessy Scholarship. Now in its ninth year, the highly competitive scholarship provides up to three years of financial support for graduate studies at Stanford University. Sunshine Jiang '25 Sunshine Jiang, from Hangzhou, China, gradu  more
Two Johns Hopkins Researchers Elected to National Academy of Sciences
BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 15 -- Johns Hopkins University issued the following news: * * * Two Johns Hopkins researchers elected to National Academy of Sciences Ulrich Mueller, Erika Pearce recognized for their groundbreaking work on hearing loss and immune metabolism, respectively * Johns Hopkins University professors Ulrich Mueller and Erika Pearce have been elected to the National Academy of Sciences, a private, nonprofit community of scientists committed to furthering science and scientif  more
UAMS Invests Sarah J. Rhoads, Ph.D., DNP, FAAN, in Linda C. Hodges Endowed Dean's Chair
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, May 15 -- The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences issued the following news release: * * * UAMS Invests Sarah J. Rhoads, Ph.D., DNP, FAAN, in Linda C. Hodges Endowed Dean's Chair The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) invested Sarah J. Rhoads, Ph.D., DNP, FAAN, dean of the UAMS College of Nursing, into the Linda C. Hodges Endowed Dean's Chair during a May 7 ceremony. "As I prepared for this day, I reflected on stories that brought me here, and I  more
UB surgeon endows new lecture series focused on the business of surgery
BUFFALO, New York, May 14 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * UB surgeon endows new lecture series focused on the business of surgery * Philip L. Glick, MD, professor of surgery, was the first liaison for MBA programs for UB health sciences schools and the School of Management. (Photo: Sandra Kicman) Mark Talamini, senior vice president of Northwell Health, will give the first lecture on June 4 By Ellen Goldbaum BUFFALO,   more
UB to host Marie Curie fellow Ilenia Pittui
BUFFALO, New York, May 14 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * UB to host Marie Curie fellow Ilenia Pittui * Art historian will tap UB's resources to study Ottoman and Safavid cultures By Alexandra Saccone BUFFALO, N.Y. - Art historian Ilenia Pittui has been awarded a Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions postdoctoral fellowship to conduct research at the University at Buffalo on the iconography of the Ottoman and Safavid worlds.   more
UC and AFSCME Reach Tentative Contract Deal; Strike Averted
BERKELEY, California, May 15 -- The University of California issued the following news release: * * * UC and AFSCME Reach Tentative Contract Deal; Strike Averted The University of California and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees union reached a tentative contract agreement early Thursday morning, shortly after a systemwide open-ended strike was scheduled to begin. The tentative contract agreement, which will be ratified by its employees in the coming days, pro  more
UC San Diego Researchers Shine a Light on Peripheral Artery Disease
LA JOLLA, California, May 14 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * UC San Diego Researchers Shine a Light on Peripheral Artery Disease * Key Takeaways * A simple, rapid screening using toe PPG to capture blood-volume changes coupled with machine learning can accurately detect peripheral artery disease (PAD). * The technology could eventually be used with a smartphone app to reduce barriers to early PAD diagnosis and help prevent amputation due to  more
UChicago announces 2026 winners of Quantrell and Ph.D. teaching awards
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 14 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * UChicago announces 2026 winners of Quantrell and Ph.D. teaching awards * The transformative education offered at the University of Chicago begins in the classroom, with the teachers who inspire, engage and inform their students. UChicago annually recognizes faculty for their incredible teaching and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students through the Llewellyn John and Harriet Manchester Quantre  more
UMass Amherst Junior Nick Mazzoni Awarded Goldwater Scholarship
AMHERST, Massachusetts, May 14 -- The University of Massachusetts posted the following news: * * * UMass Amherst Junior Nick Mazzoni Awarded Goldwater Scholarship * Nick Mazzoni, a Commonwealth Honors College junior, has been named a recipient of the prestigious Goldwater Scholarship Award.Presented by the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation, the scholarship is presented annually to a select group of talented college sophomores and juniors who aspire to become   more
UMD, FDLTCC Awarded Grant to Build Biomedical Research Capacity in the Northland
DULUTH, Minnesota, May 15 -- The University of Minnesota Duluth Campus issued the following news: * * * UMD, FDLTCC awarded grant to build biomedical research capacity in the Northland Partnership between the University of Minnesota Duluth and Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College to create research opportunities for faculty and new pathways for students. A new grant from the National Institute of Health (NIH) will enhance opportunities for faculty and students in northern Minnesota throu  more
UNC Gillings helps grow a global ecosystem for social innovation in health
CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, May 14 -- The University of North Carolina Gillings School of Global Public Health posted the following news: * * * UNC Gillings helps grow a global ecosystem for social innovation in health * Communities are often the first to identify what is not working in health systems -and the first to imagine better ways forward. At the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health, a growing constellation of efforts is helping those community-driven ideas become stronger,  more
UNC Researchers Find Increased Bacteria Infection in Patients With Chronic Lung Disease
CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, May 12 (TNSjou) -- The University of North Carolina School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * UNC Researchers Find Increased Bacteria Infection in Patients with Chronic Lung Disease The findings suggest that people with bronchiectasis who also have chronic sinus disease may be more likely to have Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a bacteria that can make lung disease harder to treat. * A new study co-authored by Kunal Jakharia, MD, an assistant professor of pul  more
UNC-School of Medicine Issues Newsworthy for Week of May 8-14, 2026
CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, May 15 -- The University of North Carolina School of Medicine issued the following newsworthy for Week of May 8-14, 2026: * * * Newsworthy from the School of Medicine, Week of May 8 - May 14 The below clickable headlines link directly to outside media outlets, which featured UNC School of Medicine faculty starting Friday, May 8, 2026. * National Academy of Medicine Recognizes 100 Newly Elected Members (https://ascopost.com/issues/may-10-2026/national-academy-of-m  more
UNC-School of Medicine: US/UK Food Allergy Researchers Predict Oral Food Challenge Tests as an Obstacle to Future Food Allergy Trials
CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, May 11 (TNSjou) -- The University of North Carolina School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * US/UK Food Allergy Researchers Predict Oral Food Challenge Tests as an Obstacle to Future Food Allergy Trials A new international perspective led by UNC School of Medicine researchers highlights that oral food challenges, historically considered essential to food allergy clinical trials, are now limiting who can participate and threatening to slow progress in fo  more
UNCG awarded $2 million to grow bioindustrial manufacturing workforce across North Carolina
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, May 14 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus posted the following news: * * * UNCG awarded $2 million to grow bioindustrial manufacturing workforce across North Carolina * UNCG has received a $2 million award to launch NC BioMISSION, a bioindustrial workforce training and research program in North Carolina. The U.S. bioindustrial economy is projected to support at least 1 million jobs by 2030, but qualified biotechnology workers are already in sh  more
Uniformed Services University Recognizes Future Military Health Leaders of the Class of 2026
BETHESDA, Maryland, May 14 -- The Uniformed Services University posted the following news: * * * Uniformed Services University Recognizes Future Military Health Leaders of the Class of 2026 * In This Article * Recognizing the Highest Honors in Medical Education * Developing Compassionate Physician Leaders * Innovations in Patient Care and Clinical Research * Community, Humanism, and Lasting Gratitude Students, faculty, staff, family members, and military leaders gathered May 7  more
University of Houston: Parker Leads Plummer in Democratic Primary Runoff for Harris County Judge
HOUSTON, Texas, May 15 (TNSrpt) -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * Parker Leads Plummer in Democratic Primary Runoff for Harris County Judge University of Houston Hobby School Survey Finds High Numbers of Undecided Voters in Other Races Key Takeaways * Annise Parker has an 18-point lead over Letitia Plummer in the Democratic primary runoff election for Harris County judge, with support from 54% of likely runoff voters, compared to 36% for Plummer. * More than hal  more
University of Michigan: Dinner at the Door - Convenient Healthy Meals May Ease Depression Symptoms
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, May 15 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Dinner at the door: Convenient healthy meals may ease depression symptoms Making healthy meals more convenient through meal delivery services could improve depressive symptoms by removing some of the daily burdens that often accompany depression, according to a new University of Michigan study. The study explored whether easier access to minimally processed foods could support mental health am  more
University of Michigan: Economic Forecast - Michigan in 'Soft Patch' With Modest Recovery Ahead, US Solid Amid Uncertainty
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, May 15 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Economic forecast: Michigan in 'soft patch' with modest recovery ahead, US solid amid uncertainty Michigan's labor market has hit a soft patch, though a modest recovery is expected in the next couple of years. Meanwhile, the U.S. economy remains on solid footing, despite renewed inflation pressure, a softer labor market, elevated geopolitical tensions and significant policy uncertainty. The findings c  more
University of Michigan: Not Just an Energy Drink - National Study Finds Kratom Use is Rising
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, May 15 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Not just an energy drink: National study finds kratom use is rising More than 5 million people in the U.S. have used kratom in their lifetime, including more than 100,000 children ages 12-17 * A national study of kratom use in the U.S. found rising popularity among young adults, and it is linked to addiction and mental health issues, according to new research from the University of Michigan a  more
University of Michigan: Silk Made Into Strong Plastic-like Materials With 6G Potential
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, May 15 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Silk made into strong plastic-like materials with 6G potential The new manufacturing method preserves silk's crystalline structure and could help upcycle short fibers into telecom equipment. Key takeaways * Silk threads can be fused into strong, transparent plastic-like materials under high temperature and pressure, reducing chemical and water use compared to alternative silk processing metho  more
University of Michigan: Steroid Use Falls, But Creatine Use Climbs Rapidly
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, May 15 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Steroid use falls, but creatine use climbs rapidly Findings dovetail with the trends of 'looksmaxxing' and teen fitness culture * U.S. teens report far less anabolic steroid use than they did two decades ago, but creatine use has risen rapidly in recent years, according to a new University of Michigan study. Combined with declining perceptions of steroid harm and slightly softer disapproval   more
University of Mississippi: Engineering Professor Developing National Guide for Safer Roadways
OXFORD, Mississippi, May 15 -- The University of Mississippi issued the following news: * * * Engineering Professor Developing National Guide for Safer Roadways Alternative intersections could aid in reducing traffic fatalities * A University of Mississippi researcher is working to make intersections and interchanges safer and more efficient through a project funded by the National Cooperative Highway Research Program. Amir Molan, assistant professor of civil engineering, is using a $550,0  more
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine: Research Agreement Signed With Accuray to Improve Personalized Cancer Care
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 15 -- The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health issued the following news: * * * Research agreement signed with Accuray to improve personalized cancer care A new 10 year strategic collaboration between the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and Accuray Incorporated will support clinical research, education and training, and development of adaptive therapies that help empower medical care teams to continually raise the st  more
UNO Researchers Leading Statewide Effort to Support Fair, Safe Traffic Stops in Nebraska
OMAHA, Nebraska, May 15 -- The University of Nebraska Omaha Campus issued the following news: * * * UNO Researchers Leading Statewide Effort to Support Fair, Safe Traffic Stops in Nebraska The most common interaction between police and community members is traffic stops. * In Nebraska, like in most communities, the most common interaction between community members and law enforcement is through traffic stops. And the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is leading a state-wide, multi-year   more
UNT Student Continues Late Advisor's James Webb Space Telescope Research Dream
DENTON, Texas, May 15 -- The University of North Texas issued the following news release: * * * UNT Student Continues Late Advisor's James Webb Space Telescope Research Dream Thanks to the hard work of his late advisor, one University of North Texas student is getting the chance of a lifetime to work with the James Webb Space Telescope and better understand the history of our universe. Jake Reinheimer, a doctoral student in the College of Science's physics department, will analyze data from   more
USCA Celebrates Milestone Moments for Class of 2026 at Commencement
AIKEN, South Carolina, May 15 -- The University of South Carolina Aiken Campus issued the following news: * * * USCA celebrates milestone moments for Class of 2026 at commencement Angela Saxon Hundreds of graduates officially became alumni after the University of South Carolina Aiken held its annual spring commencement ceremony on May 6. "To the Class of 2026, this is your moment, and it's one you've truly earned. Some of you will step into new careers, taking everything you've learned in  more
UT San Antonio celebrates the naming of the Kate Marmion School of Public Health and its inaugural graduating class
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * UT San Antonio celebrates the naming of the Kate Marmion School of Public Health and its inaugural graduating class * The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) formally celebrated the naming of the Kate Marmion School of Public Health on Wednesday, May 13, to recognize a $30 million transformational investment from the Kate Marmion Charitable Foundation to drive the school's futur  more
UTA student creates vibrant World Cup mural in Arlington
ARLINGTON, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * UTA student creates vibrant World Cup mural in Arlington * With the start of the FIFA World Cup less than a month away, North Texas is preparing to welcome tens of thousands of soccer fans from across the globe-especially in Arlington, where the heart of the action will take place. To celebrate the international spotlight on Arlington, VB Steakhouse, a local Brazilian steakhouse, c  more
Utah State University Captures Small Moments with Game Changing Marketing Campaign
LOGAN, Utah, May 14 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * Utah State University Captures Small Moments with Game Changing Marketing Campaign * Utah State University kicked off its newest marketing campaign, Small Moments, Big Impact, highlighting the university's real, authentic moments with customized content developed exclusively for the platform delivering the content. "It's the small moments across all USU campuses which are the most impactful on the lives of studen  more
UWF Professor Receives U.S. Patent for Early Alzheimer's Detection Technology
PENSACOLA, Florida, May 15 -- The University of West Florida, a component of public state university system in Florida, issued the following news release: * * * UWF professor receives U.S. patent for early Alzheimer's detection technology Dr. James Arruda, professor of psychology at the University of West Florida, has received a Notice of Allowance from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for an electroencephalographic, or EEG, platform capable of detecting mild cognitive impairment due to A  more
Vanderbilt Consortium Receives Award to Use AI-enhanced Technology to Target Motor Neuron Diseases
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 15 -- Vanderbilt University School of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Vanderbilt consortium receives award to use AI-enhanced technology to target motor neuron diseases Vanderbilt NeuroCline, a consortium of researchers from Vanderbilt Health and Vanderbilt University, has received a prestigious award to explore using artificial intelligence to find new drug targets for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), the most common form of motor neuron disease (MN  more
VCU Innovation May Prevent Scar Tissue and Advance Joint Surgery
RICHMOND, Virginia, May 15 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU innovation may prevent scar tissue and advance joint surgery The College of Engineering's Barbara Boyan is leading a new approach to arthrofibrosis that could have a wide-ranging impact on musculoskeletal health. By John Battiston As patients recover from joint surgery or traumatic injury, the body's repair process might go into overdrive, producing excessive scar tissue inside the joint. The  more
Virginia Tech: David Knight Named American Council on Education Fellow
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, May 15 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * David Knight named American Council on Education fellow By Chelsea Seeber David Knight, interim dean of the College of Engineering at Virginia Tech, has been selected as a fellow of the American Council on Education (ACE) 2026-27 class. Nominated by President Tim Sands, Knight will join a selective group of 31 individuals for a year-long leadership development experience that prepares participants for senior lea  more
Virginia Tech: James Jones Named G.T. Ward Endowed Professor
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, May 15 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * James Jones named G.T. Ward Endowed Professor By Anne Kroemer Hoffman James Jones, professor of architecture in the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design, has been named the G.T. Ward Endowed Professor in the School of Architecture by the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors. The G.T. Ward Endowed Professorship was established with a generous gift from Ward to recognize a distinguished professor in the School of   more
Virginia Tech: Joe Wheeler Honored With Emeritus Status
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, May 15 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Joe Wheeler honored with emeritus status Joe Wheeler M.Arch. '98, professor of architecture in the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design at Virginia Tech, has been conferred the title of professor emeritus by the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors. The emeritus title may be conferred on retired faculty members who are specially recommended to the board by Virginia Tech President Tim Sands in recognition of exempl  more
Virginia Tech: Michael Ermann Named Reynolds Metals Endowed Professor
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, May 15 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Michael Ermann named Reynolds Metals Endowed Professor By Anne Kroemer Hoffman Michael Ermann, professor of architecture in the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design, has been named the Reynolds Metals Endowed Professor in the School of Architecture by the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors. The Reynolds Metals Endowed Professorship was established with a generous gift from the Reynolds Metal Company to recogni  more
Wayne State Faculty Leaders Bring Student-centered Perspective to Statewide Higher Education Talks
DETROIT, Michigan, May 15 -- Wayne State University issued the following news: * * * Wayne State faculty leaders bring student-centered perspective to statewide higher education talks Wayne State University Academic Senate leaders joined colleagues from nine other Michigan universities on April 23 to advocate on behalf of higher education in Lansing - a first for the group. They held several meetings with lawmakers, including Rep. Nancy DeBoer, the chair of the House Education and Workforce C  more
William & Mary Libraries announces Sadeqa Johnson as writer-in-residence
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, May 14 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * William & Mary Libraries announces Sadeqa Johnson as writer-in-residence * The following story originally appeared on the website for W&M Libraries. - Ed. William & Mary Libraries has selected Virginia author Sadeqa Johnson as its 2026-2027 writer-in-residence. The position is funded by the Molly Elliot Seawell Endowment, established by Philip Hairston Seawell '37, J.D. '39, a descendant of Molly Elliot Sea  more
William & Mary Virginia Institute of Marine Science: Newly Discovered Microbial World May Help Protect Developing Lobsters
GLOUCESTER POINT, Virginia, May 15 (TNSjou) -- William and Mary's Virginia Institute of Marine Science issued the following news: * * * Newly discovered microbial world may help protect developing lobsters By John Wallace As ocean temperatures rise and marine ecosystems change, scientists are working to understand how valuable species like the American lobster will respond. New research from William & Mary's Batten School of Coastal & Marine Sciences & VIMS suggests one source of resilience   more
With nearly 3,000 publications in five years, TCOM leads the nation among osteopathic schools
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 14 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * With nearly 3,000 publications in five years, TCOM leads the nation among osteopathic schools * A recently released survey by the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine and the Osteopathic Heritage Foundation showed that UNT Health Fort Worth's Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine had the most publications from 2020 to 2025 among all osteopathic medical schools. Fa  more
With new campus grand opening, Wake Forest underscores Charlotte commitment
WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina, May 14 -- Wake Forest University posted the following news: * * * With new campus grand opening, Wake Forest underscores Charlotte commitment * Wake Forest University welcomed the community to its new, permanent home in The Pearl (opens in a new tab) innovation district in Charlotte on Monday, the culmination of a multi-year quest to deepen its connections to one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S. University leaders cut a Deacon gold ribbon draped acro  more
Writing a New Verse
BRYN MAWR, Pennsylvania, May 14 -- Bryn Mawr College posted the following news: * * * Writing a New Verse * Before Airea "Dee" Matthews starts her classes, she has everyone take a few moments to sit quietly, breathe together, and see what thoughts come to mind. "In that quiet," she says, "you can make something." Since January, when Matthews became provost, "there hasn't been that degree of quiet." Now Matthews' days are filled with swift and decisive action, tapping her diverse experien  more
Yavapai College Professor Nichole Guzzo Wins Dissertation Award
PRESCOTT, Arizona, May 15 -- Yavapai College issued the following news: * * * Yavapai College Professor Nichole Guzzo Wins Dissertation Award Michael Grady Psychology Professor Nichole Guzzo earned her doctorate this year - and then some. Last Wednesday, the Arizona School Administrators (ASA) notified Dr. Guzzo's dissertation chair that her thesis was selected as the Top Dissertation from Arizona's universities in 2026. Dr. Guzzo wrote "The Interaction between Course Duration and Disciplin  more
You can always come back to Bryn Mawr
BRYN MAWR, Pennsylvania, May 13 -- Bryn Mawr College posted the following news: * * * You can always come back to Bryn Mawr * Mary Kopczynski Winkler '90 loved her work. She spent 25 years at the Urban Institute doing program evaluation, creating strategic plans, and analyzing performance metrics for government agencies and nonprofits. But as she entered her 50s, she started thinking about a change. "I would say I was at a crossroads," she says. "I was still searching for something." A c  more
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