UW-Madison tops nation in number of 2006 Sloan Research Fellowships
UW-Madison leads the nation in the number of Sloan Foundation Fellowships in Science and Technology awarded in 2006. Read More
Advance could help reduce cost of auto radar
Just as auto-makers are rolling out futuristic, radar-guided safety systems in their top-of-the-line models, UW–Madison researchers have made an advance that could help extend radar to all cars. Read More
Thin is in: Engineering tool targets plastics, other slender parts
The world abounds with objects that are thin and lightweight, yet strong, including cell phone cases, car body panels, and aircraft hulls, just to name a few. But engineering these parts isn't as easy as their commonness might suggest, says UW–Madison mechanical engineering professor Krishnan Suresh. Read More
Scientists reveal how deadly toxin hijacks cells
Scientists have pinpointed exactly how botulinum neurotoxin A - a potential agent of biological warfare and one of the most lethal toxins known to humans - is able to sneak into cells. Read More
Linguists set sights on ‘Skahnsin’ English
For newcomers to Wisconsin, a humdrum visit to the corner store can turn into a startling cultural experience when after a purchase, the cashier politely asks: "do you wanna beg for that?" Read More
Friends offer 15,000 books at used book sale
Wisconsin's largest used book sale, featuring more than 15,000 books on nearly any subject, returns March 22-25 to benefit the Friends of the UW–Madison Library. Read More
Researcher carves out role of champion of cheese
The most ironic thing about Mark Johnson, one of Wisconsin's leading experts on cheese, is that he spent the first half of his life simply hating the stuff. But the years can change a man and his taste buds. Now, as senior scientist at UW–Madison's Center for Dairy Research, Johnson has devoted his career to enhancing the quality of Wisconsin cheeses. Read More
Choosing the world’s best cheese — right here in Madison
Cheese championships are hardly a spectator sport, but cheese-lovers will have a unique opportunity to observe the 2006 World Championship Cheese Contest right here in Madison. Free and open to the public, the contest is slated to take place at the Monona Terrace Convention Center on March 21-23. Read More
UW-Madison to launch new influenza research institute
In an effort to bolster what is already recognized as one of the world's top programs of influenza research, UW–Madison announced today plans to launch a new Institute for Influenza Viral Research. Read More
Experts to brief area business leaders on economic outlook
Four leading economists will share their insights and predictions for local, regional, national and international economies and financial markets for the remainder of 2006 and beyond at UW–Madison's Economic Outlook on March 24. Read More
Communicators’ achievement, service honored at annual banquet
Five communications professionals will be honored for their leadership, accomplishment and service at the UW–Madison School of Journalism and Mass Communication annual banquet on Friday, March 24. Read More
Astronomers, at last, get a chance to size up a brown dwarf
Brown dwarfs - failed stars that fall somewhere between the smallest stars and the largest planets on the spectrum of heavenly objects - have always been viewed by astronomers as a critical link in the understanding of how both stars and planets form. Read More
Conference to explore global biological threats
Leading government and academic experts from Washington, D.C. and Madison will address key issues surrounding global biological threats in an all-day symposium April 7 at UW–Madison. Read More
New certificate program launched on global health issues
The UW–Madison Center for Global Health is formally launching this spring a certificate in global health, a collaborative offering of UW–Madison faculty from the schools of medicine and public health, nursing, pharmacy, veterinary medicine, and international studies. Read More
UW scientist, local activist to debate use of animals in research
Eric Sandgren, a UW–Madison professor of pathobiological sciences in the School of Veterinary Medicine, will debate the propriety of animal research with Rick Bogle of the Alliance for Animals' Primate Freedom Project. Read More
Sociologist to speak on human impacts of disasters
What do disasters like Hurricane Katrina reveal about human societies and the way we relate to our environment? Sociologist Kai Erikson, an expert on the social consequences of catastrophes, will explore this question in a free public lecture at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 21, in the Wisconsin Historical Society. Read More
Upcoming transfer student visit days
Transfer students have specific questions about academic programs, degree requirements, transfer credit, housing, financial aid, and more. That's why we offer Transfer Student Visit Days-to welcome interested students to visit campus and learn more about the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Read More
Snowmobiling team designs a cleaner, meaner sled
In a state with 200,000 registered snowmobiles and 25,000 miles of snowmobiling trails, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, snowmobiling is more that just a sport. It is a big part of the Wisconsin winter. Read More
Central Asian virtuoso musicians to be artists in residence
UW-Madison students as well as music lovers in the greater Madison area will have a unique opportunity to learn first-hand about Central Asian music and culture when two Kyrgyz performers take up a Central Asian University Residencies program on March 19-23. Read More