Tom Brock, who discovered world-changing extremophiles, dies at 94
One of the species Brock discovered helped usher in the modern era of molecular biology and underpins today’s PCR tests for the COVID-19 virus. Read More
Human genome editing requires difficult conversations between science and society
Researchers argue that such advanced technologies demand more robust and thoughtful public engagement if they are to be harnessed to benefit society without crossing ethical lines. Read More
COVID questions: Can I mix and match different vaccines? What if my partner refuses to be vaccinated?
Readers ask: I have been immunized with the Moderna vaccine. Can I now get vaccinated with the Pfizer vaccine? And: What are some guidelines for how to live in a household where only one person is vaccinated? Read More
Arsenic is more common in wells near fractured bedrock in southeastern Wisconsin
The findings come from an ongoing survey of the extent and causes of arsenic contamination in groundwater led by Eric Stewart of the Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey. Read More
Heller to depart, Cramer named interim vice chancellor
Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration Laurent Heller, who joined the university in 2016, is leaving this summer to take a similar role at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. Read More
New chemistry makes ‘magic’ drug improvements easier
Drug developers could use the technique to test whether a drug candidate might be improved with a new methyl group, potentially saving otherwise promising drugs from the trash heap. Read More
Chancellor Blank wins national economics research honor
UW–Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank has been named a 2021 Distinguished Fellow by the American Economic Association, an honor established in 1965 to recognize the lifetime research contributions of distinguished economists from the United States and Canada. Read More
Survey seeks answers about transition to campus
The survey asks questions about onsite work, experiences with remote work, and how the university can best support the many employees transitioning back to campus. Read More
During pandemic, UW instructors prioritized students while facing many new challenges, according to surveys
“In many ways, the survey results confirm something we already knew: Online teaching is more work, not less," says Vice Provost John Zumbrunnen. Read More
2021 Academic Staff Excellence Awards
This year’s recipients are gifted teachers, award-winning researchers, skilled administrators and passionate mentors — all working harder than ever to help the university navigate a pandemic. Read More
Five-year review begins for Graduate School dean
Bill Karpus became the first dean of the Graduate School following the restructuring of the UW–Madison research and graduate education enterprise in 2015. Read More
Micro-molded ‘ice cube tray’ scaffold is next step in returning sight to injured retinas
New advances by medical researchers and engineers at UW–Madison may provide hope for those suffering from vision loss. Read More
Transportation Services announces 2021-22 parking rates and policies
Revenue funds parking lots and facilities, bus service, and federal- and state-mandated alternate transportation activities. Read More
Wendt appointed associate vice chancellor for research in the physical sciences
“My unintended role as a trailblazer has led to a career-long pursuit of diversity in STEM,” says Wendt, a professor of electrical and computer engineering. Read More
As the Chauvin trial ends, how can we move forward?
As the Derek Chauvin trial concludes, Chancellor Rebecca Blank shares her thoughts on how we can continue to make progress on racial justice, examples of UW–Madison programs working toward that end and resources for the campus community. Read More
‘Divine Nine’ project to honor history, achievements of Black fraternities and sororities
Although Black fraternity and sorority chapters have existed at UW–Madison for many decades, they are sometimes little known on campus. That’s about to change. Read More
Research reveals a more accurate picture of invasive fish virus
Since the early 2000s, viral hemorrhagic septicemia has caused deaths in more than 30 fish species in the Great Lakes region. Read More
Imaging system allows us to see UV and visible light simultaneously
While the first device is a proof of concept measuring about 8 inches long, the system could be downsized for use in commercial products, like a device similar to binoculars. Read More
Research network to measure and promote emotional well-being
"This network is predicated on the idea that ... well-being is plastic and something we can modify,” says Richard Davidson, director of the UW's Center for Healthy Minds. Read More
Advanced microscopy technique could help UW reach new frontiers in the biosciences
At its most basic level, it takes pictures. That’s the scaled-down explanation of cryogenic electron microscopy, or cryo-EM. But it’s so much more than that. Read More