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Tipoffs: Artificial Intelligence Colleges Newsletter for Friday May 22, 2026 ( 67 items )  

$85.2 million gift from John and Tashia Morgridge will support Science Hall transformation
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 21 -- The University of Wisconsin posted the following news: * * * $85.2 million gift from John and Tashia Morgridge will support Science Hall transformation Science Hall, a 137-year-old landmark building in the heart of the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, will soon undergo a renovation that will transform the iconic red-brick building into a state-of-the-art hub for geography, environmental studies and geospatial science while honoring its historic character.   more

2026 Faculty Awards recognize excellence in teaching, research and mentorship
GOLDEN, Colorado, May 21 -- Colorado School of Mines posted the following news: * * * 2026 Faculty Awards recognize excellence in teaching, research and mentorship * The Office of Academic Affairs at Colorado School of Mines is proud to announce the winners of the 2025-2026 Faculty Awards for excellence in teaching, research, service and mentorship. Faculty Excellence Award The Faculty Excellence Award, which recognizes a tenured or tenure-track faculty member for significant and meritor  more

A 140-Year Charge to Serve
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 21 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news: * * * A 140-Year Charge to Serve * Dear Thorobred Family, This is an auspicious week, marking the 140th anniversary of the founding of Kentucky State University. On May 18, 1886, the Commonwealth authorized the creation of the State Normal School for Colored Persons, giving the institution a specific public purpose: preparing teachers for Kentucky schools. The language reflected its time, but the goal was  more

Aalto University: Journey of a 17th-century Shipwreck Continues as a Unique Knitted Dress
AALTO, Finland, May 21 -- Aalto University issued the following news release: * * * The journey of a 17th-century shipwreck continues as a unique knitted dress Researchers at Aalto University transformed surplus wood from the Hahtipera shipwreck into textile fibre, spun it into yarn, and knitted it into a dress using new AI-assisted technology. The dress will be exhibited at the Tomorrow's Wardrobe exhibition opening 22 May at Oulu Art Museum, and its twin piece will be shown at Aalto Univer  more

Artificial intelligence camera platform to help monitor zoo animals' welfare in new Surrey-Marwell Wildlife partnership
GUILFORD, England, May 21 -- The University of Surrey issued the following news release: * * * Artificial intelligence camera platform to help monitor zoo animals' welfare in new Surrey-Marwell Wildlife partnership An AI-powered camera platform could soon help monitor the health and behaviour of zoo animals overnight, thanks to a new partnership between the University of Surrey and Marwell Wildlife. * * Researchers from Surrey's Centre for Vision, Speech and Signal Processing (CVSSP) are wo  more

Ask an Expert: Mental Health Policy and Public Health with Ben Druss
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 20 -- Emory University Rollins School of Public Health posted the following news release: * * * Ask an Expert: Mental Health Policy and Public Health with Ben Druss * Mental health care in the United States sits at the intersection of clinical care, public policy, and population health. Few people are better positioned to speak to all three than Benjamin Druss, MD. Druss is the Rosalynn Carter Chair in Mental Health and Professor in the Department of Health Policy and  more

ATU's Bradley Speaks at National Outdoor Rec Event
RUSSELLVILLE, Arkansas, May 21 -- Arkansas Tech University issued the following news: * * * ATU's Bradley Speaks at National Outdoor Rec Event * Dr. Michael Bradley, dean of the Arkansas Tech University Graduate College, presented at the 2026 National Outdoor Recreation Conference May 11-14 in Duluth, Minn. Organized biennially by the Society of Outdoor Recreation Professionals (SORP), the conference brings together outdoor recreation professionals, researchers, educators, planners and pub  more

Baylor University: Board of Regents Celebrates Success in Fundraising, Endowment Growth
WACO, Texas, May 22 -- Baylor University issued the following news: * * * Board of Regents Celebrates Success in Fundraising, Endowment Growth Regents approves 2026-27 operating budget, new AI master's degree; elect Board and committee leadership, new at-large Regents By Lori Fogleman, Media & Public Relations During its regular May meeting, the Baylor University Board of Regents celebrated the University's second-best fundraising year ever, a growing endowment and continued success of the   more

Blood test powered by AI could transform diagnosis of dementia
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, May 21 -- The Washington University School of Medicine posted the following news release: * * * Blood test powered by AI could transform diagnosis of dementia * Many people living with dementia never receive an accurate diagnosis, in part because Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and related conditions are notoriously difficult to tell apart and often occur together. Now, a new tool based on artificial intelligence and a simple blood draw may provide clarity. Re  more

BNY and University of Manchester Launch the Future of Work Alliance, Focused on Responsible Use and Application of Human-led AI
MANCHESTER, England, May 21 -- The University of Manchester issued the following news release: * * * BNY and The University of Manchester launch the Future of Work Alliance, focused on responsible use and application of human-led AI BNY (NYSE: BNY), a global financial services company, and The University of Manchester today announced the launch of the Future of Work Alliance, a five-year, pound sterling5 million initiative focused on advancing how human-led digital transformation can be integ  more

Butler University Celebrates Class of 2026 Commencement
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Butler University awarded degrees to more than 1,500 graduates during its 2026 commencement ceremony at Hinkle Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, Indiana, where university leaders encouraged students to view success as a process shaped by growth, resilience, and long-term commitment. President James M. Danko told graduates they were entering a rapidly changing world shaped by artificial intelligence and evolving workplace expectations. Danko emphasized the value of judgment, consis  more

Capitol Tech Participates in the Lockheed Martin Ethics in Engineering Case Competition
LAUREL, Maryland, May 22 -- Capitol Technology University issued the following news: * * * Capitol Tech Participates in the Lockheed Martin Ethics in Engineering Case Competition Capitol Technology University Astronautical Engineering students participated in the Lockheed Martin Ethics in Engineering Case Competition. Hosted annually by Lockheed Martin, the competition challenges undergraduate teams to analyze complex, realistic engineering scenarios that involve technical constraints, busine  more

CEHS Dean's Leadership Fellows Announced for 2026-27 Academic Year
LOGAN, Utah, May 21 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * CEHS Dean's Leadership Fellows Announced for 2026-27 Academic Year * The Dean's Leadership Fellows for the Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services have been announced for academic year 2026-27. Introduced last year, the Dean's Leadership Fellows program provides participants with insight into the college's administrative and operational structure while helping them develop leadership skills and   more

Clemson University School of Nursing faculty, students receive South Carolina Palmetto Gold recognition
CLEMSON, South Carolina, May 21 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * Clemson University School of Nursing faculty, students receive South Carolina Palmetto Gold recognition * Four faculty and three students in the Clemson University of School of Nursing have received Palmetto Gold Awards from the South Carolina Nurses Foundation. Faculty award winners include Lena Burgess, DNP, principal lecturer; Lucia Gonzales, Ph.D., associate director of research and associate profess  more

Columbia University Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: Paradox of AI and Climate
NEW YORK, May 22 -- Columbia University Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: * * * The Paradox of AI and Climate AI is a two-sided coin, with tremendous potential to benefit the environment while also requiring an immense amount of water and energy. How will these two opposing dynamics balance out--or can they? By Renee Cho Every day seems to bring a new headline about advances in artificial intelligence (AI). But when it comes to climate change, AI is a two-sided coi  more

CUNY Graduate School of Journalism: AI Safety Tool Expands Critical Safety Guidance for Journalists and Editors in the U.S.
NEW YORK, May 22 -- The City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism issued the following news: * * * New AI Safety Tool expands critical safety guidance for journalists and editors in the U.S. Two leading organizations dedicated to press freedom today launched JESS (Journalist Expert Safety Support), an AI-powered tool designed to give journalists, editors, and news organizations working across the United States greater access to essential safety information and guidance. Purpo  more

Doctoral defence of Mari Kuusimaki, MA, 29.5. 2026: New research underlines the importance of strengthening advertising literacy among students and pre-service subject teachers
KUOPIO, Finland, May 21 -- The University of Eastern Finland posted the following news: * * * Doctoral defence of Mari Kuusimaki, MA, 29.5. 2026: New research underlines the importance of strengthening advertising literacy among students and pre-service subject teachers * What is the topic of your doctoral dissertation, and why is it important to study? My research focuses on the development of advertising literacy teaching within subject teacher education. The research examines pre-servic  more

Equity, free speech and the future of education inspire newest USC Rossier graduates
LOS ANGELES, California, May 21 -- The University of Southern California Rossier School of Education posted the following news: * * * Equity, free speech and the future of education inspire newest USC Rossier graduates * USC Rossier celebrated the Class of 2026 with two meaningful commencement ceremonies, honoring the achievements, resilience and promise of its doctoral and master's graduates. The celebration began on May 13 at the doctoral hooding ceremony, where 232 graduates were indivi  more

Franconian center for AI research established
WURZBURG, Germany, May 21 -- The University of Wurzburg issued the following news release: * * * Franconian center for AI research established * The new consortium will be led by the Julius-Maximilians-Universitat Wurzburg, FAU Erlangen-Nurnberg, and the University of Technology Nuremberg. The universities of Bamberg and Bayreuth complete the ELLIS Unit Franconia. The Franconian consortium is one of seven new ELLIS Units officially announced by the European research network on May 18, 2026  more

From Biopsy Slide to Tailored Treatment: AI Analysis of Bone Marrow Images Could Improve Myeloma Care
MIAMI, Florida, May 21 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * From Biopsy Slide to Tailored Treatment: AI Analysis of Bone Marrow Images Could Improve Myeloma Care * Artificial intelligence can reveal immune patterns in routine biopsy slides, helping physicians better match newly diagnosed multiple myeloma patients to the most effective therapies. Doctors treating multiple myeloma have more treatment options than ever before, including powerfu  more

From Saratoga's Turning Tide to Saxons' Ride: 250 Years of Pride
ALFRED, New York, May 21 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: * * * From Saratoga's Turning Tide to Saxons' Ride: 250 Years of Pride * After much discussion, debate, backroom horse trading (no pun intended), and some arm twisting the Alfred University "reunion bikers" were able to come up with this year's theme name for their week-long bike ride back to campus. The name-""-captures several aspects of our cycling event including Saratoga Springs' history as a turning poin  more

Half of Americans now ask AI for financial advice, but how good is it?
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 21 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sloan School of Management issued the following news release: * * * Half of Americans now ask AI for financial advice, but how good is it? * CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 21, 2026 - Millions of households have turned to generative AI instead of human financial advisors for financial guidance, with more than half of adults in the United States and the United Kingdom having asked for advice, likely more than the share who co  more

Herts Researchers Develop Real Time AI Falls Detection System to Protect Vulnerable People
HATFIELD, England, May 21 -- The University of Hertfordshire issued the following news: * * * Herts researchers develop real time AI falls detection system to protect vulnerable people Researchers at the University of Hertfordshire have developed a new artificial intelligence system that can detect when vulnerable people fall. The model achieved an accuracy of up to 98% under controlled conditions, with a sensitivity of around 96% (indicating how effectively true falls were detected) and a s  more

Houston Area Grows Increasingly Pessimistic About City, State and National Direction, UH Survey Finds
HOUSTON, Texas, May 22 (TNSrpt) -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * Houston Area Grows Increasingly Pessimistic About City, State and National Direction, UH Survey Finds New Hobby School Report Shows Sharpest Declines in National Optimism Come from Local Republicans Key Takeaways * A new University of Houston survey shows that between April 2025 and April 2026, the percentage of Greater Houston residents who believe the U.S. is heading in the "right direction" plum  more

Imperial College-London: AI Allows Hospitals to Get Ahead of Highly Resistant Infections
LONDON, England, May 21 -- Imperial College-London issued the following news: * * * AI allows hospitals to get ahead of highly resistant infections By Ian Mundell NEX Health Intelligence, an Imperial College London startup, has raised Euros1 million to further develop its AI platform for predicting the appearance and spread of infections within hospitals. Maths meets medicine in NEX Health Intelligence, a start-up created at Imperial College London that is using artificial intelligence to h  more

Inside the Partnership: How Lehigh and Industry Are Shaping the Future of Catastrophe Modeling
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylania, May 22 -- Lehigh University issued the following news: * * * Inside the Partnership: How Lehigh and Industry Are Shaping the Future of Catastrophe Modeling A groundbreaking academic consortium bridges the gap between scientific research and real-world risk management to protect global communities. * As extreme weather events grow in frequency and complexity, the need for more accurate catastrophe modeling has never been greater. At Lehigh, the Center for Catastrophe   more

Kent State Board of Trustees Celebrates Another Successful Graduating Class, Hears Details of University's Positive Embrace of AI
KENT, Ohio, May 22 -- Kent State University issued the following news: * * * Kent State Board of Trustees Celebrates Another Successful Graduating Class, Hears Details of University's Positive Embrace of AI The Kent State University Board of Trustees celebrated student success following spring 2026 commencement ceremonies during its regular quarterly meeting held May 20 at The John Elliot Center for Architecture and Environmental Design on the Kent Campus. Kent State welcomed nearly 5,000 new  more

Keppel and NTU to advance applied AI, robotics and future-ready AI data centres
SINGAPORE, May 21 -- Nanyang Technological University posted the following news: * * * Keppel and NTU to advance applied AI, robotics and future-ready AI data centres * Keppel Ltd.'s Connectivity Division (Keppel) and Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) are collaborating to develop and deploy applied artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, robotics applications and future-ready AI data centre capabilities. The collaboration will bring together Keppel's expertise in   more

Mapping the Exposome: A Conversation with Gary Miller, a Pioneer in the Field
NEW YORK, May 21 -- Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health posted the following news: * * * Mapping the Exposome: A Conversation with Gary Miller, a Pioneer in the Field * In an interview with the Belgian publication De Standaard, environmental health scientist Gary Miller, Columbia Mailman School of Public Health Vice Dean for Research Strategy and Innovation, discusses the exposome-the totality of environmental factors that shape human health. Advances in technology and AI are  more

New Cornell Center on Democracy will support democratic principles at home and abroad
ITHACA, New York, May 21 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * New Cornell Center on Democracy will support democratic principles at home and abroad * As the nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of its founding, and amid concern about democratic backsliding globally, the university has launched the Cornell Center on Democracy to mobilize leading scholars to strengthen democracy through rigorous research, democratic education and public engagement. Rooted in Cornell's la  more

NMSU STEM Achievers program gives students hands-on lessons with technology
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, May 21 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * NMSU STEM Achievers program gives students hands-on lessons with technology * From 3D printing to virtual reality, today's world is full of new tools and technologies to explore. The STEM Achievers program at New Mexico State University gives middle school students from local communities the chance to build new skillsets and gain more access to science, technology, engineering and math (STE  more

Nordea and Aalto University to Explore the Future of AI and Human-machine Interaction
AALTO, Finland, May 21 -- Aalto University issued the following news release: * * * Nordea and Aalto University to explore the future of AI and human-machine interaction Nordea and Aalto University are launching a long term research and education partnership to explore how machine agency will shape the future of services, including banking. The relationship with humans and intelligent machines is rapidly evolving as artificial intelligence moves from a supportive resource to an active decisio  more

Ohio State engineering students demonstrate innovation at inaugural Design Showcase
COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 21 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * Ohio State engineering students demonstrate innovation at inaugural Design Showcase * Graduating seniors and first-year students at The Ohio State University put their knowledge into practice during the inaugural Buckeye Engineering Design Showcase. The College of Engineering recently hosted the event at Ohio Stadium and the Recreation and Physical Activity Center on the Columbus campus. More than 800 first-ye  more

Ontario Tech launches new master's degree for content creators
OSHAWA, Ontario, May 21 -- The Ontario Tech University issued the following news release: * * * Ontario Tech launches new master's degree for content creators * There was a time when being a content creator wasn't considered a career. It was an experiment, a side hustle, a hobby, or something people stumbled into. That time is over. The global creator economy is estimated at more than US$250 billion and is projected to approach US$500 billion by 2027. More than 200 million people worldwi  more

Queen Mary Academics Elected Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences
LONDON, England, May 21 -- Queen Mary University of London issued the following news: * * * Queen Mary academics elected Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences Two Professors from Queen Mary University of London have been selected for the 2026 Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Sciences. The honour recognises individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and achievement in advancing medical science, improving healthcare and delivering benefits to patients and communities. *  more

Rebel Faculty and Staff Share Big Leaps in Career Readiness
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, May 21 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * Rebel Faculty and Staff Share Big Leaps in Career Readiness * In a room tucked away on the second floor of the Student Union, the energy is unmistakable -it's part innovation lab, part mentorship hub, and entirely focused on the future. At the Rebel Career Champions Network (RCCN) Showcase on April 30, UNLV faculty and staff shared how they are helping students prepare for life after col  more

Regis College Public Health Program Ranked by OnlineMasters.com Among Best in the U.S.
WESTON, Massachusetts, May 22 -- Regis College issued the following news: * * * Regis College Public Health Program Ranked by OnlineMasters.com Among Best in the U.S. Regis places in the top 50 nationwide for 2026 * Regis College's Online Master's in Public Health Program has been recognized by OnlineMasters.com as one of the best in the nation for 2026, a distinction that reflects the university's longstanding commitment to academic excellence, student support, and career-focused graduate  more

Six Penn State Dickinson Law Class of 2026 students share their stories
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, May 20 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news: * * * Six Penn State Dickinson Law Class of 2026 students share their stories * In May, more than 350 students in the Juris Doctor (J.D.), Master of Laws (LL.M.), and Doctor of Juridical Science (S.J.D.) programs will graduate from Penn State Dickinson Law at the Carlisle and University Park locations. Every student has taken a unique path to this exciting achievement. Here, six  more

Stephen Wright appointed dean of U of T's Faculty of Arts & Science
TORONTO, Ontario, May 21 -- The University of Toronto posted the following news: * * * Stephen Wright appointed dean of U of T's Faculty of Arts & Science * Stephen Wright, a leading scientist in the emerging field of plant evolutionary genomics, has been appointed dean of the University of Toronto's Faculty of Arts & Science. A professor in the department of ecology and evolutionary biology, Wright will serve as dean for a five-year term from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2031. He has served a  more

Technology usually creates jobs for young, skilled workers. Will AI do the same?
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 21 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * Technology usually creates jobs for young, skilled workers. Will AI do the same? * At any given time, technology does two things to employment: It replaces traditional jobs, and it creates new lines of work. Machines replace farmers, but enable, say, aeronautical engineers to exist. So, if tech creates new jobs, who gets them? How well do they pay? How long do new jobs remain new, b  more

Texas A&M Engineering: Chemical Engineers Fight Data Center Fires
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 22 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Chemical engineers fight data center fires Texas A&M chemical engineering researchers have analyzed common causes of fires in data centers and identified ways to mitigate the growing risk. By Alyssa Schaechinger, Engineering News Staff Over the past decade, the ability of artificial intelligence to speed up complex processes has made it a key tool in engineering research. Many   more

The next generation of research leaders starts here
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, May 20 -- The University of the Witwatersrand posted the following news: * * * The next generation of research leaders starts here * Dr Simone Richardson named as one of just 15 CIFAR Global Scholars for 2026-2028 How could understanding how HIV co-infection affects immune responses in babies enable more effective vaccine design? How might our understanding of the microbiome, quantum materials and AI transform the technologies and health systems of the future?  more

Thoro10 Framework Takes Statewide Stage at Pedagogicon 2026
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, May 21 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news: * * * Thoro10 Framework Takes Statewide Stage at Pedagogicon 2026 * Faculty members shared how Kentucky State is embedding essential skills into curriculum, assessment, and student career readiness. FRANKFORT, Ky. -Kentucky State University faculty helped bring Thoro10 into a statewide conversation on how colleges can connect classroom learning, student engagement, and workforce preparation. The Universit  more

Troy University hosts 2026 Association for Computing Machinery Southeast Conference
TROY, Alabama, May 21 -- Troy University issued the following news: * * * Troy University hosts 2026 Association for Computing Machinery Southeast Conference * From April 23-25, Troy University's Department of Computer Science welcomed researchers, educators and students from across the country for the 2026 ACM Southeast Conference. One of the longest-running regional conferences affiliated with the Association for Computing Machinery Southeast Conference, ACMSE brought together more than 50  more

UC Davis Opens Resnick Center for Agricultural Innovation
DAVIS, California, May 21 -- The University of California Davis posted the following news: * * * UC Davis Opens Resnick Center for Agricultural Innovation * The University of California, Davis, celebrated the grand opening of the Resnick Center for Agricultural Innovation, a state-of-the-art facility designed to transform agricultural research, teaching and outreach while accelerating solutions to the world's most pressing challenges in food systems and sustainability. Made possible by phi  more

UCLA Samueli School of Engineering launches $125 million semiconductor hub with top industry leaders
LOS ANGELES, California, May 21 -- The University of California posted the following news release: * * * UCLA Samueli School of Engineering launches $125 million semiconductor hub with top industry leaders * Key takeaways * A first-of-its-kind Semiconductor Hub at the UCLA Samueli School of Engineering aims to accelerate research, strengthen U.S. leadership and support workforce development in energy-efficient AI-powered chip technologies critical to economic growth and national security.  more

University of Birmingham: Single Global Platform on Carbon Data for Healthcare Products
BIRMINGHAM, England, May 21 -- The University of Birmingham posted the following news: * * * Single global platform on carbon data for healthcare products New database unites clinicians, engineers, data scientists, economists, and public health professionals to support healthcare decarbonisation worldwide. * University of Birmingham data experts have helped to create the first global carbon analytics database - a valuable new resource that will help hospitals and clinics save money, reduce   more

University of Hertfordshire: Researchers Uncover Hidden 'Golden Rule' in Abstract Art
HATFIELD, England, May 15 (TNSjou) -- The University of Hertfordshire issued the following news: * * * Researchers uncover hidden 'golden rule' in abstract art Human artists appear to follow a hidden mathematical rule when creating abstract works - one that artificial intelligence does not reproduce, according to a new study co-led by the University of Hertfordshire. The international team of scientists explored how people respond to abstract artworks made by humans compared to visually simi  more

University of Iowa College of Engineering: Humanoid, Quadruped Bring Mechanical Engineering Alive
IOWA CITY, Iowa, May 22 -- The University of Iowa College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Humanoid, quadruped bring mechanical engineering alive For University of Iowa sophomores seated in the cornerstone engineering class, Dynamics, a slide presentation about rigid body motion, angular velocity, and moment of inertia quickly came alive. One of the Department of Mechanical Engineering's newest educational tools walked through the doorway, down the aisle, and to the front of   more

University of Manchester Techbio Spin-out Secures 5 Million Pounds to Deploy Quantum Physics, AI Modelling, and Highly Automated Labs to Power Next Gen Enzyme Engineering
MANCHESTER, England, May 21 -- The University of Manchester issued the following news release: * * * University of Manchester techbio spin-out secures pound sterling5 million to deploy quantum physics, AI modelling, and highly automated labs to power next gen enzyme engineering * Round led by PXN Ventures, with additional funding from existing investors IQ Capital and Northern Gritstone * Company uses quantum physics, AI modelling and deeply integrated laboratory automation and robotics in a  more

University of Manchester: Professor Sir Louis Appleby Becomes AMS Fellow
MANCHESTER, England, May 21 -- The University of Manchester issued the following news release: * * * Professor Sir Louis Appleby becomes AMS Fellow The Academy of Medical Sciences has elected Professor Sir Louis Appleby CBE to its prestigious Fellowship, it has been announced today (Thursday 21 May 2026). Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Manchester, he is one of 60 exceptional biomedical and health scientists, the latest cohort of Fellows have been recognised for their outstandin  more

University of Salford to Lead 3 Million Euros International Research Project on Four-day Week
GREATER MANCHESTER, England, May 21 -- The University of Salford issued the following news: * * * University of Salford to lead Euros3 million international research project on four-day week The University of Salford will lead a major international study into the impact of shorter working weeks across Europe as pressure grows to rethink how we work. Researchers have secured Euros3.1 million (pound sterling2.7 million) in Horizon Europe funding to deliver one of the most comprehensive, cross-  more

University of Technology Sydney: $1.4 Million to Scale Algae Biotechnology
SYDNEY, Australia, May 21 -- The University of Technology Sydney issued the following news: * * * $1.4 million to scale algae biotechnology Biotechnology start-up Algenie has won a major national grant to commercialise its biomanufacturing platform. * Algenie has been awarded $1.4 million through the Australian Government's Industry Growth Program to scale their breakthrough technology that removes carbon from the air and locks it into sustainable feed, food and fuels. The grant will fund   more

University of Washington School of Medicine: AI Helps Create Miniprotein Switches for Drug Targets
SEATTLE, Washington, May 22 (TNSjou) -- The University of Washington School of Medicine posted the following news release: * * * AI helps create miniprotein switches for drug targets UW Medicine and Skape Bio used AI to create on-demand molecules to turn on or off important, challenging drug targets. * A tiny computer-designed protein (pink) fits into a deep pocket (inset) of a cell surface receptor called a GPCR (blue), thereby allowing scientists to switch cell signaling on or off. G pro  more

UT MD Anderson names Albert Koong, M.D., Ph.D., chief scientific officer
HOUSTON, Texas, May 21 -- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center posted the following news release: * * * UT MD Anderson names Albert Koong, M.D., Ph.D., chief scientific officer * The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center today announced that Albert Koong, M.D., Ph.D., an internationally recognized physician-scientist, has been appointed chief scientific officer (CSO), effective June 1. Koong has served as CSO ad interim since Jan. 1. The CSO role oversees UT MD Anderso  more

UT San Antonio leads national effort to arm law enforcement with 'smart' forensic skills
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 21 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * UT San Antonio leads national effort to arm law enforcement with 'smart' forensic skills * The modern crime scene is no longer confined to obvious, physical evidence like broken glass or shell casings. In the age of the "smart home," seemingly innocuous devices that are networked, mounted on a wall or strapped on a wrist can play a key role in solving -and committing -crimes. As the number of  more

UT System investments of over $470 million accelerate UT San Antonio's rise as a world-class research university
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 21 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * UT System investments of over $470 million accelerate UT San Antonio's rise as a world-class research university * The University of Texas System Board of Regents has authorized approximately $470 million in capital investments supporting UT San Antonio's continued growth as one of the nation's fastest-rising public research universities and academic health institutions. Approved over the pas  more

UTA tackling Texas computer science teacher shortage
ARLINGTON, Texas, May 21 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * UTA tackling Texas computer science teacher shortage * The University of Texas at Arlington has joined a statewide program to help address the urgent need for K-12 teachers with computer science certification in Texas. The WeTeach_CS Secondary Certification Preparation Hub provides training for teachers to implement computer science education in their classrooms. The program is ope  more

UToledo to Host Pair of International Language and Culture Conferences
TOLEDO, Ohio, May 21 -- The University of Toledo issued the following news: * * * UToledo to Host Pair of International Language and Culture Conferences * The Department of World Languages and Cultures at The University of Toledo will host two international scholarly conferences in July. "Bringing global experts in linguistics and intercultural communication to our R1 institution is in line with our University's mission and contributes to raising our reputation as a hub for scholarly inqui  more

UW-Madison designates 2026 as the 'Year of AI Readiness and Competency'
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 21 -- The University of Wisconsin posted the following news: * * * UW-Madison designates 2026 as the 'Year of AI Readiness and Competency' * The effort, which supports a number of campus priorities, will focus on a people-centered approach to guide thoughtful use of artificial intelligence on campus. Lauren Bruce May 21, 2026 Share this article The University of Wisconsin-Madison will designate 2026 as the "Year of AI Readiness and Competency" in a coord  more

UWG Debate Team Welcomes a New Chapter with Regents Cup Win
CARROLLTON, Georgia, May 21 -- The University of West Georgia posted the following news: * * * UWG Debate Team Welcomes a New Chapter with Regents Cup Win * The University of West Georgia Debate Team recently brought home a Regents Cup victory that reflected a year of growth and the emergence of a new generation of debaters. The win also marked a significant moment for a program in leadership transition. The University System of Georgia 's Regents Cup is a public-facing debate competition   more

Virginia Commonwealth University: Class of 2026 - Stephen Tivenan Brings AI to Climate Forecasting
RICHMOND, Virginia, May 22 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Class of 2026: Stephen Tivenan brings AI to climate forecasting With his Ph.D. in systems modeling and analysis, he seeks greater precision and pattern identification in examining our evolving environment. By Konrad Solberg For Stephen Tivenan, assessing the planet's outlook - and building public trust - can come down to the margin of error. "It's one thing to make these big statements about the  more

Virginia Tech: Expert Explains Impact of Technology on World Cup Tourism
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, May 22 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Expert explains impact of technology on World Cup tourism Real-time data will be important to guide host city logistics and guest experiences. By Jacob Levin When the world descends on North America this summer for the FIFA World Cup 2026, the guest experience -- and all the preparation that went into it -- will demonstrate how well artificial intelligence (AI)-driven apps and networks function. According to J  more

Virginia Tech: Student-led Startup Gains National Recognition
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, May 22 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Student-led startup gains national recognition After back-to-back appearances on national stages, Sentivity.ai is gaining recognition not just for its technology solution, but for what it represents: the power of interdisciplinary, hands-on, experiential learning in action. Founded by Rowan Martnishn '26, a graduate of the College of Science, and Vishal Green, a rising senior in the College of Engineering, Sentivi  more

Westmont College: Event Tackles Intersection of Ethics, AI, Human Flourishing
SANTA BARBARA, California, May 22 -- Westmont College issued the following news: * * * Event Tackles Intersection of Ethics, AI, Human Flourishing By Scott Craig Westmont host its 12th annual LEAD Where You Stand conference, "Leadership, Human Flourishing and Artificial Intelligence," from June 4-5 at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort. The premier leadership event brings together a distinguished lineup of global thought leaders, bestselling authors and researchers to equip executive  more

What Makes St. Olaf a 'Dream School'?
NORTHFIELD, Minnesota, May 21 -- St. Olaf College issued the following news: * * * What Makes St. Olaf a 'Dream School'? * In a moment of rapid change for higher education and the workforce, students are being asked to navigate increasing uncertainty about their futures. A recent conversation with New York Times best-selling author Jeff Selingo about his new book highlights how a St. Olaf education -grounded in research, mentorship, and off-campus experiences -can meet that moment. Beneath  more

Widespread AI misuse means higher ed must rethink assessment
ITHACA, New York, May 21 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Widespread AI misuse means higher ed must rethink assessment * Large numbers of college students are now using artificial intelligence to complete - and cheat on - their assignments, suggesting that colleges and universities need to change how they are evaluating students, new Cornell research finds. An analysis of survey responses from more than 95,000 students at 20 public research universities in the U.S. fi  more