Expert available to media on flexible electronics
A new development in the field of flexible electronics could allow hospitals to monitor patient vital signs without bulky cables or uncomfortable electrodes. In a paper published in the online edition of Science, a team at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign reports developing a new electronic "skin" that can cling to the body and detect physiological data such as heart rate or blood pressure. Read More
State Fair turns cardinal and white for UW–Madison Day
Forget cream puffs and the Midway. The Wisconsin State Fair’s main attraction Wednesday was Braveheart the dog. Read More
Former housing chief Newell J. Smith dies at 93
Newell J. Smith, director of University Housing for 41 years and the namesake of a University of Wisconsin–Madison residence hall, passed away on Friday, Aug. 5. He was 93. Read More
High-tech instrument makers abound among UW–Madison spinoffs
As scientists and engineers explore the unknown, they frequently end up building the cutting-edge equipment and instruments they need, and high-tech instrument makers that have emerged from UW–Madison labs have been a good foundation for spinoff firms that sell research tools and equipment globally while creating a wide range of jobs in Wisconsin. Read More
Groups partner to reduce waste during August move-out
In collaboration with St. Vincent de Paul and Dumpster Diving Revolution, Student United Way has designated numerous areas for University of Wisconsin–Madison students moving in and out of apartments to donate unwanted items to local community organizations. Read More
Urban Horticulture Field Day makes green thumbs greener
Urban Horticulture Field Day, set for Saturday, Aug. 20, offers a free, fun and varied program aimed at spreading knowledge about gardening and produce. Read More
Nearly 300 UW Health physicians named to “top doctor” lists
Nearly 300 UW Health physicians have been named to various "top doctors" lists in the last 12 months, with 52 named to the most recent list: "U.S. News Top Doctors," a new, searchable directory that lists peer-nominated physicians around the country. Read More
UW Carbone Cancer Center researcher wins $1 million award
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center have been awarded $1 million over two years to lead research on tracking prostate cancer progression by using novel imaging methods. Read More
Madison police seek information on downtown robberies
In the wake of several robberies across the Madison community, the University of Wisconsin Police Department and Madison Police Department are again reminding students to watch out for one another, especially at night. Read More
Traffic update: Construction at Charter Street and Observatory Drive
The underground utility project on Observatory Drive and Charter Street is moving into its final phase. Read More
Is hunting wolves key to their conservation?
Hunters have been credited with being strong conservation advocates for numerous game species in multiple countries. Would initiating a wolf hunt invoke the same advocacy for the carnivores? Read More
L&S advising and career offices move to Middleton Building Aug. 8
L&S Undergraduate Academic Services (UAS), formerly located in 70 Bascom, is moving to its new home in the Middleton Building at 1305 Linden Drive and will re-open Aug. 8. Read More