Forming genitals in boys requires complex dance between genes and hormones
The research helps us understand how genes and hormones interact to develop male reproductive systems, a step toward researching why disorders in these organs have become more common and how we might prevent them.
Survey: Stressed office workers turn to new coping strategies during pandemic
A new poll conducted by YouGov on behalf of the nonprofit Healthy Minds Innovations confirms what many U.S. office workers have been feeling: it’s a stressful time filled with uncertainty, and most people are interested in new coping mechanisms to make it through.
PhD candidate Xiao wins fellowship for work in Lagos
Allen Xiao spent 15 months in Lagos, Nigeria, collecting more than 100 life stories, and then conducting follow-up interviews and even visiting their hometowns and going to social events with his subjects.
COVID Questions: Polite distancing, second wave, should I get a test
Answers to your COVID-19 questions, including: Do you have tips for effective and polite (or at least non-confrontational) ways to ask strangers to move away from you when they're not wearing a mask?
Badgers Talks video: Staying safe while public spaces reopen
The state of Wisconsin continues the gradual process of reopening after months of closures to stop the spread of COVID-19. In this Badger Talks video,…
100 days into pandemic, campus buildings await
It’s been 100 days since many faculty and staff members began the transition to remotely working from home. Here is a visual reminder of some of the buildings that house the various schools and colleges of UW–Madison.
Hess reappointed as dean of the School of Education
Every five years of their tenure, deans of the university’s schools and colleges undergo a comprehensive review to assess their academic and administrative leadership and performance.
The UW Now Livestream: The Future of Consumer Behavior
The pandemic has changed consumer spending habits practically overnight. In this live event, Wisconsin School of Business Professor Evan Polman and SOHE consumer psychologist Nancy Wong explore the future of retail.
Happy birthday – and Father’s Day – to Bascom Hall
Florence Bascom was proud of her father John Bascom because he was a strong early advocate for women in academia. She proposed renaming University Hall in her father’s honor, and on June 22, 1920, a formal dedication took place.
Facing supply chain challenges, meat science program donates surplus pork
Facing supply chain challenges due to COVID-19, the UW-Madson meat science program is partnering with Vita Plus to distribute surplus pork to local food pantries in Wisconsin.
Badger Talks showcases diverse offerings from campus experts — remotely
Badger Talks, which has historically connected speakers from the various colleges and programs around campus with Wisconsin host groups — businesses, non-profits, public and professional organizations — has taken a new approach with regular livestream offerings for the public.
How has the pandemic affected real estate?
The U.S. residential and commercial real estate markets are prone to fluctuation in the face of crises, but the impacts imposed by COVID-19 have differed from those in previous economic downturns, like the great recession and 9/11, says Mark Eppli of the Wisconsin School of Busines.
Terrace to reopen June 22, with new rules
The Terrace will reopen on June 22, but with new rules to keep everyone safe. The Terrace will be by reservation only to ensure everyone is safe and socially-distanced.
Grad student receives fellowship for her research on bomba dance
Graduate student Sarah Bruno didn't just read books and study documents to learn about the bomba dance and its roots. She danced.
Badger Talks video: COVID-19 and the meat supply chain
News stories about meatpacking workers succumbing to COVID-19 and meat shortages at grocery stores have caused some consumers to worry that the meat supply chain is about to collapse. Not quite, says Andrew Stevens, assistant professor of agricultural and applied economics.
The UW Now Livestream: Mental health and well-being amid crisis
The mental and emotional toll of the last few months has been uniquely exhausting. What effect does this have on our overall well-being? Two renowned UW mental health experts weigh in in this Tuesday event.
Dane County teams are finalists in national competition to raise incomes
The teams – Connect Rx and Opportunity Calculator – will take their proposals to raise the net income of 10,000 Dane County families by 10 percent to the finals of the Alliance for the American Dream competition.
Sesame Workshop materials help families affected by incarceration
Sesame Workshop’s parental incarceration materials feature a Muppet named Alex, whose father is in jail. The UW–Madison study details how Alex’s story and the accompanying materials resulted in children’s at-home caregivers reporting positive change.
UW–Madison partners with InStride to expand access to education
The new partnership enables UW–Madison Online to offer online education directly to workers through large employers.
UW-Madison communicators honored with CASE awards
Each year the awards recognize higher education staff members who advance their institutions through innovative, inspiring and creative ideas.