UW-Madison biochemist wins Shaw Scientist Award
Ophelia Venturelli's research may lead to the ability to engineer behaviors among beneficial microbes in the gut ecosystem, which could be used to enhance their resilience to invasion by pathogens or unintended impairment from antibiotics.
As continents continue moving, study suggests effects on biodiversity
UW geoscientists have found that marine species tend to become more numerous when the continents divide, and to stabilize — maybe even decline — when continents congeal.
New clues to healthy bones for those with PKU
Individuals with PKU are unable to metabolize phenylalanine, so it accumulates at high levels in their blood, leading to intellectual disabilities, seizures and other serious health problems.
Campus project aims to create engaging, welcoming classroom discussions
“As faculty and academic staff members, we often try to improve writing skills in our classes, but it is just as important to think of discussion as a skill that needs to be carefully developed,” says researcher Paula McAvoy.
Starting their service
On May 13, 32 members of the UW–Madison Reserve Officer Training Corps were commissioned to serve in the Air Force, Army, Navy and Marine Corps.
Scenes from Friday Spring Commencement 2017
More than 7,000 graduates took part in commencement exercises this weekend, celebrating with family and friends from around Wisconsin, the country and the world. Festivities began…
Commencement Speech by Steven Levitan
Award-winning television producer Steven Levitan, a 1984 graduate of UW–Madison and creator of the Emmy-winning show ‘Modern Family’ presented the keynote speech during UW–Madison’s spring…
“Don’t sit back and wait for good things to happen,” Levitan tells grads
About 42,000 turned out for Saturday's commencement exercises in Camp Randall to hear the 'Modern Family' producer.
Scenes from Saturday Commencement 2017
More than 7,000 graduates took part in commencement exercises this weekend, celebrating with family and friends from around Wisconsin, the country and the world. Festivities began…
Friday Commencement full of ‘peace, love, happiness’
“In your time here, no matter what school, college, department, institute, or research center you’ve been part of, I hope you’ve found an extraordinary community of scholars,” Chancellor Rebecca Blank told the graduates.
Grads, you’re almost there!
All week, flocks of soon-to-be graduates have covered campus, celebrating and capturing photos of this special time.
Over-the-counter drugs: Do we take as directed?
A marketing professor is studying how to discourage people with raging headaches from violating drug label directions. His findings could lead to changes in labeling and improved consumer education.
Colorado investigator, a UW alum, will be next Title IX coordinator
Lauren Hasselbacher most recently worked as a senior investigator in the Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance at the University of Colorado Boulder, where she investigated allegations of discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct on campus.
Alumni Park opening date, first featured grads announced
The new green space between Memorial Union and the Red Gym will officially open to campus and the community Friday, Oct. 6, showcasing the work of artists and makers — including local artisans — who contributed to the park's design.
Administrative Improvement Award winners help university run more smoothly
The award recipients are being recognized for their exceptional work in administrative roles supporting academics, research, student services, outreach or administration.
UW program aims to update buildings so dairy cows can be happy
Wisconsin farmers consult with the UW's Nigel Cook, an expert in scientific treatment of dairy cows — which, Cook says, is sensible, humane and profitable all at once.
South African cave yields yet more fossils of a newfound relative
The discovery of the new Homo naledi fossils, representing the remains of at least three juvenile and adult specimens, includes a “wonderfully complete skull,” says UW–Madison anthropologist John Hawks.
Commencement spotlight: Class of 2017
Some overcame immense challenges to get here. All have achieved a cherished goal. See how some members of the Class of 2017 made their mark.
Spring comes to Allen Centennial Garden
The Allen Centennial Garden is at the height of its late-spring beauty this week, as many of its flowers are blooming. The garden was dedicated…
New center brings together biologists, engineers to improve crops
The phenotyping center at the Wisconsin Crop Innovation Center aims to develop new ways to measure plants and address novel questions about what factors influence crop performance.