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Inaugural Bassam Z. Shakhashiri Public Science Engagement Award recognizes excellence in outreach

March 20, 2023

A conservation scientist with a goal of finding ways to equitably protect tropical forest biodiversity and a teaching faculty member whose outreach work has led to a method for teaching visually impaired students about nanotechnology received the award. Read More

Lucky Seven: Badgers claim seventh national title

March 19, 2023

The Badgers defeated Ohio State 1-0 and will celebrate with fans in Madison with an event at 6 p.m. Monday night at LaBahn Arena. Read More

DOE renews funding for Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center; UW–Madison hub to receive $27.5 million for 2023

March 17, 2023

The extension will allow GLBRC scientists to continue foundational research to enable the breakthroughs needed for the cost-effective conversion of non-food plants into low-carbon replacements for jet fuel, diesel and other fossil fuels. Read More

UW–Madison engineering talent critical to state, national economic progress

March 16, 2023

A planned new building is a critical starting point in the college’s ability to provide a hands-on education to many more engineering students and help keep pace with industry growth. Read More

For media: Bank failure experts available from UW–Madison

March 14, 2023

Experts from UW–Madison are available to discuss news about the Silicon Valley Bank failure and banking system destabilization in general. Read More

Research in the Rotunda: From plastics recycling to imposter phenomenon

March 8, 2023

Several UW–Madison students shared their research in the Wisconsin State Capitol on March 8, in the annual "Research in the Rotunda" event. Read More

UW–Madison’s DDEEA celebrates 15th cohort of Outstanding Women of Color

March 8, 2023

The awardees are chosen based on their engagement in social justice, activism, and advocacy on behalf of disadvantaged and marginalized populations. Read More

From concussions to PFAS: five ways UW research is tackling real-world problems

March 7, 2023

From advanced materials aimed at making athletes safer to medical discoveries that could one day help treat ailments like blindness, here are just a few examples. Read More

Chancellor Emerita Blank remembered at service

March 6, 2023

People shared memories of Chancellor Emerita Rebecca Blank, sang "Varsity" and offered condolences during a memorial service for her on Saturday, March 4, at First Congregational United Church of Christ in Madison. Read More

A Night at the Bazaar

March 4, 2023

The Red Gym and Pyle Center were full of colorful clothing, lively dancing and tasty food as "A Night at the Bazaar" kicked off Middle Eastern and North African Heritage Month. Read More

Newest Field Day Lab educational video game is a deep dive

March 2, 2023

The game represents exciting new frontiers for game-based learning and a major achievement for the internationally-recognized lab, which built it with input from teachers across Wisconsin. Read More

SuccessWorks helps Letters & Science students translate majors into careers

February 28, 2023

SuccessWorks, in the College of Letters & Science, collaborates with students early in their career exploration process to match majors and interests to future careers. Read More

Royal visit strengthens WIPAC and IceCube’s partnership with Thailand

February 23, 2023

Discussions between scientists and Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn explored how to increase research opportunities for Thai researchers and technical staff at the IceCube Neutrino Observatory. Read More

Student engagement survey puts focus on the UW experience

February 22, 2023

Students scurried past Bascom Hall on the first day of classes Sept. 8. Photo: Bryce Richter On March 1, all first-year students… Read More

Physics show: Fiery methane bubbles and vortex cannons wow crowd

February 21, 2023

The Wonders of Physics show in Chamberlin Hall on Feb. 18 kept the audience riveted with scientific experiments that demonstrated physics principles with panache Read More

Badgers are in demand after graduation. How UW is making it happen.

February 21, 2023

To help prepare them, students receive hands-on training in real-world skills, experience in professional settings and face-to-face meetings with employers. Read More

Lake Superior researcher helps communities better understand harmful algal blooms

February 17, 2023

The study, called "Blooms also like it cold," documents wide-ranging cold-water cyanobacterial blooms and identifies physical and biological drivers that may promote blooms under cold conditions. Read More

Two UW–Madison faculty among 2023 Sloan Research Fellows

February 17, 2023

Being honored are Andrew Buller, assistant professor of chemistry, and Jose Israel Rodriguez, assistant professor of mathematics. Read More