Sharing ideas in the sunshine
On a beautiful summer day, the outdoor patio at Nancy Nicholas Hall was the perfect place for a discussion. Read More
UW–Madison, College of Menominee Nation renew student transfer partnership
The contract allows a qualified students to begin postsecondary education as a freshman at CMN and be guaranteed admission as a transfer student at UW–Madison after completing three academic years, or 30 transferable credits. Read More
Nuclear war would turn oceans upside down, crash food web
It would result in cooling so strong it would extend sea ice and render impassable major seaports that are now open year-round, and would likely cause significant damage to much of the ocean food web. Read More
Unexpected link between most common cancer drivers may yield more effective drugs
A UW–Madison research team has discovered a direct link between cellular pathways that make promising targets for new cancer treatments. Read More
Wisconsin Student Summer Life — Emily Takacs
Emily Takacs, a rising senior studying mass communication, explains how her student job as a tech worker for UW–Madison Libraries inspired her to add a computer science certificate. Read More
New contract approval policies provide flexibility
The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents last week approved revisions to contract approval policies that will provide greater flexibility for UW–Madison related to approval of research and clinical trials and athletic employment contracts. Read More
New cryo-electron microscopy centers help UW researchers uncover mysteries of life
The technology allows scientists to capture detailed information about the smallest components of living cells to understand everything from more effective drug development to how viruses infect cells. Read More
Baldwin Wisconsin Idea grants awarded
Eight projects and 10 seed projects show the range of how UW–Madison faculty, staff and students can collaborate with community members to co-create and share knowledge and solutions that will benefit and enrich the lives of the people of Wisconsin, the nation and the world. Read More
Distinguished scholar of African and women’s studies receives Vilas honors
Her research has focused on many aspects of women and gender in politics, particularly in Africa — women’s movements in Africa, transnational feminism, African politics with particular reference to Uganda and Tanzania, autocracies in Africa, and on the informal economy in Africa. Read More
Speed and dense gas bend jets of matter streaming away from some galaxy centers
Understanding the environment that shapes jet direction helps astronomers understand how galaxies evolve, but just how the matter is launched away from a black hole is an open question. Read More
For media: UW–Madison Father’s Day experts available
Experts from UW–Madison are available to discuss topics related to Father’s Day. Read More
PhD student researches the chemical origins of life
In 2019, Lena Vincent led a study that has become an essential guide for other astrobiology researchers trying to understand how, from a complex mix of chemicals, life could emerge anywhere that basic building blocks exist. Read More
Altered gene helps plants absorb more carbon dioxide, produce more useful compounds
If scientists could add a trait like this to crops or drug-producing plants, it could help them produce more chemicals naturally while reducing greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Read More
Latest round of Research Forward supports cross-campus collaborations and diversity
The projects range from probing the origins of the universe, to examining the negative effects of poverty on adolescent academic success, to developing a new type of anti-tumor vaccine that can be used to treat cancer. Read More
32 faculty honored with Vilas professorships and awards
Seventeen professors were named to Vilas Distinguished Achievement Professorships, nine professors received Vilas Faculty Mid-Career Investigator Awards; and six professors received Vilas Faculty Early Career Investigator Awards. Read More
New nanoparticles aid sepsis treatment in mice
In new research published today, UW–Madison researchers reported a new nanoparticle-based treatment for sepsis that delivers anti-inflammatory molecules and antibiotics. Read More
Engineer reinvents himself as an ambassador to excite kids worldwide about science
After 10 years of rejected applications and failed walk-on attempts in multiple cities, UW alum Jay Flores finally got the call to compete on American Ninja Warrior — and an opportunity to share his message about STEM and perseverance on television’s big stage. Read More
Employee Appreciation Ice Cream Social celebrates second and third shift workers
A late-night Ice Cream Social will recognize the hard work and contributions of UW–Madison’s second and third shift employees. Read More
Campus, community celebrate Pride Month
Throughout June, the campus and the Madison community have a series of events to celebrate the self-affirmation, dignity, equality and visibility of the diverse group of people who make up the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender-nonconforming, queer-plus community. Read More
Meet the executive director for Wisconsin Public Media finalists
The two finalists will make public presentations on campus June 6 and 7. The candidates’ names and application materials will be shared 48 hours prior to their visits. Read More