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
Researchers aim X-rays at century-old plant secretions for insight into Aboriginal Australian cultural heritage
For tens of thousands of years, Aboriginal Australians have created some of the world’s most striking artworks. Today their work continues long lines of ancestral… Read More
UW–Madison spring experts available to media
Experts from UW–Madison are available to media to discuss topics related to the return to warmer weather, from lawns to hurricanes to grilling. Read More
Non-invasive liquid biopsy tracks cancer treatment success in real time
These blood tests could help physicians better treat their patients by allowing them to see which treatments are working in real time without the need for repeated, invasive biopsies of solid tumors. Read More
Mural project promotes diversity in veterinary medicine
More than 30 participants from multiple universities helped paint sections of a reduced-scale rendering of a community mural project, led by artist Tia Richardson at the Veterinary Medicine Building on May 20. Read More
3D scan will reveal the stories hidden within 1,200-year-old Wisconsin canoe
Lennon Rodgers of the College of Engineering performed the scan on the 15-foot dugout canoe recovered in 2021 from the waters of Lake Mendota, part of the ancestral home of the Ho-Chunk Nation. Read More
COVID-19 subvariant BA.2 does not cause more severe illness than BA.1
The researchers are now testing the newest sub-variants of omicron, including BA.2.12.1, which recently began spreading quickly in New York state. Read More
UW-Madison professor appointed to commission addressing violent crime against Indigenous Americans
Grace Bulltail’s research centers on natural resource management, tribal resource sovereignty and environmental justice in Indigenous communities. Read More
2022 Chancellor’s Undergraduate Awards Ceremony honors 149 outstanding UW–Madison students
A total of 107 students received Wisconsin Hilldale Undergraduate/Faculty Research Fellowships, which support undergraduate research done in collaboration with a faculty or staff member. Read More