Physics Department open house welcomes community
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Department of Physics will throw open its doors from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 18, for its fifth annual Physics Fair. Read More
Hunting could hurt genetic diversity of sandhill cranes, UW research suggests
As Wisconsin lawmakers debate whether to establish a hunting season for sandhill cranes, they may want to consider more than just the sheer number of birds, suggests a University of Wisconsin–Madison specialist in avian genetics. Read More
Study shows calories drive earlier puberty
Environmental pollutants, eating habits, lack of exercise and genetic traits have all been raised as possible causes of earlier puberty onset in girls in recent years. Now we may now know why: It's the calories, as reported by Ei Terasawa, Joe Kurian, Ricki Colman and colleagues at the Wisconsin National Primate Research Center. Read More
UW-Madison named one of nation’s best values in higher education
The University of Wisconsin–Madison was named one of the nation's best values in higher education by the Princeton Review, ranking fifth among public colleges and universities. Read More
Talks address access, affordability in higher education
In his Academy Evening talks titled "Keeping College Accessible: Charting a New Course for Higher Education," University of Arizona professor Gary Rhoades will provide a seasoned, national perspective on the key factors affecting college affordability, social stratification, and educational quality. Read More
Cycle for Sight raises funds for vision research
The second annual "Cycle for Sight" event will be held from 10am to 2pm Feb. 11 at two UW–Madison recreational facilities, the Natatorium and the South East Recreational Facility. Read More
Sturgeon “thunder” has roots in biological process
Research into the mysterious sounds that lake sturgeon produce resumes in April, or whenever the water warms to a temperature conducive for fish spawning, which is the best time to experience sturgeon “thunder.” Read More
Student Organization Fair shows off more than 300 groups on Feb. 8
University of Wisconsin–Madison students can sample the wide diversity of student groups at the spring 2012 Student Organization Fair on Wednesday, Feb. 8 from 5-8 p.m. at the Kohl Center. Read More
Evolution’s oddities are focus of Darwin Day
The annual celebration of Charles Darwin’s birthday at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will highlight the evolutionary significance of strange life forms, including the octopus and enormous flowers. Read More
New general manager takes the reins at University Club
Justin Duris, 34, worked in catering while studying biology at the University of Minnesota. Much to his surprise, he discovered he like the catering business, so much so that he has made a career out of it. Read More
First Book Award lends crucial support to junior faculty
From the time they are hired, humanities faculty members begin working to turn the dissertation that earned them a Ph.D. into a book that will earn them tenure. But it’s not as easy as handing pages over to a publisher. Read More
Campus and community events highlight Black History Month
Across the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus and the Madison community, a number of events will be held to celebrate the meaning and importance of Black History Month. Read More
Metabolic “breathalyzer” reveals early signs of disease
The future of disease diagnosis may lie in a "breathalyzer"-like technology currently under development at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Read More
Smallest tools could give biggest results in bone repair
When William Murphy works with some of the most powerful tools in biology, he thinks about making tools that can fit together. These constructions sound a bit like socket wrenches, which can be assembled to turn a half-inch nut in tight quarters, or to loosen a rusted-tight one-inch bolt using a very persuasive lever. Read More
Statement of Interim Chancellor David Ward on second Chadima allegation
Here is a statement issued today (Monday, Feb. 6) by Interim Chancellor David Ward: Read More
Interim chancellor’s memo to the Labor Licensing Policy Committee
Here is a memo from Interim Chancellor David Ward to the Labor Licensing Policy Committee in response to a new statement from adidas on the PT Kizone factory situation. Read More
Neurons from stem cells could replace mice in botulinum test
Using lab-grown human neurons, researchers from the University of Wisconsin–Madison have devised an effective assay for detecting botulinum neurotoxin, the agent widely used to cosmetically smooth the wrinkles of age and, increasingly, for an array of medical disorders ranging from muscle spasticity to loss of bladder control. Read More