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Where the invasive things are — and where they could be

March 9, 2010

Researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Center for Limnology have launched a new Web site to help assess the threat of aquatic invasive species in Wisconsin's lakes. Read More

Celebrating 25 years at UW–Madison’s Biotechnology Center

March 8, 2010

On Wednesday, March 10, the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus community and guests will join in celebrating 25 years of operation at the UW–Madison Biotechnology Center. Read More

Weather Guys get new platform at Why Files Web site

March 5, 2010

The Weather Guys - two University of Wisconsin–Madison professors of atmospheric sciences - will now appear at The Why Files, a Web site that covers science behind the headlines. Read More

DNR taps UW–Madison expertise to measure, manage state deer herd

March 2, 2010

Wisconsin wildlife managers are tapping into University of Wisconsin–Madison expertise in wildlife ecology, forest ecology and environmental communications in order to better manage the state's population of white-tailed deer. Read More

Template engineering demonstrates possibilities of new superconducting material

February 28, 2010

A breakthrough approach by University of Wisconsin–Madison researchers and their collaborators in fabricating thin films of a new superconducting material has yielded promising results: The material has a current-carrying potential 500 times that of previous experiments, making it significant for a variety of practical applications. Read More

New approach could produce multifunction nanodevices

February 28, 2010

A team led by University of Wisconsin–Madison researchers has developed a new approach for creating powerful nanodevices, and their discoveries could pave the way for other researchers to begin more widespread development of these devices. Read More

Novel compound found effective against avian influenza virus

February 26, 2010

A novel compound is highly effective against the pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza virus, including some drug-resistant strains, according to new research led by a University of Wisconsin–Madison virologist. Read More

New process yields high-energy-density plant-based transportation fuel

February 25, 2010

A team of University of Wisconsin–Madison engineers has developed a highly efficient, environmentally friendly process that selectively converts gamma-valerolactone, a biomass derivative, into the chemical equivalent of jet fuel. Read More

UW-Madison physicists build basic quantum computing circuit

February 25, 2010

Exerting delicate control over a pair of atoms within a mere seven-millionths-of-a-second window of opportunity, physicists at the University of Wisconsin–Madison created an atomic circuit that may help quantum computing become a reality. Read More

Two selected as American Geophysical Union fellows

February 25, 2010

Two University of Wisconsin–Madison scientists have been named fellows of the American Geophysical Union, a distinction made for exceptional scientific contributions and eminence in the Earth or space sciences. Read More

Virus hybridization could create pandemic bird flu

February 22, 2010

Genetic interactions between avian H5N1 influenza and human seasonal influenza viruses have the potential to create hybrid strains combining the virulence of bird flu with the pandemic ability of H1N1, according to a new study. Read More

Induced neural stem cells: Not quite ready for prime time

February 15, 2010

The great promise of induced pluripotent stem cells is that the all-purpose cells seem capable of performing all the same tricks as embryonic stem cells, but without the controversy. Read More

Morgridge Institute for Research announces scientific leadership team, research areas

February 10, 2010

The Morgridge Institute for Research has finalized its inaugural team of top scientists selected to bring to life the institute's mission of accelerating discovery to delivery to improve human health. Read More

Location technology homes in on where stuff, people are

February 9, 2010

If you commute by mass transit in Madison or Chicago, Jignesh Patel can tell you, to the minute, when your bus will pull up to your stop. He can do this no matter the weather or traffic conditions. Read More

New UW–Madison agronomist leads international corn-breeding project

February 5, 2010

When corn breeder Kevin Pixley arrived on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus in November, one of the first things he had to do was learn to use the word "corn." Read More

Can blocking a frown keep bad feelings at bay?

January 29, 2010

Your facial expression may tell the world what you are thinking or feeling. But it also affects your ability to understand written language related to emotions, according to research that was presented today (Jan. 29). Read More

Federal grant funds production of stem cells for clinical trials

January 26, 2010

The long struggle to move the most versatile stem cells from the laboratory to the clinic got another boost with an $8.8 million contract award to the Waisman Clinical Biomanufacturing Facility at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Read More

Expectant mom’s flu exposure stunts baby’s brain development

January 25, 2010

For expectant mothers, catching even a mild case of the flu could stunt brain development in their newborns, according to a new study conducted in rhesus macaques. Read More

Air-quality improvements offset climate policy costs

January 22, 2010

The benefits of improved air quality resulting from climate change mitigation policies are likely to outweigh the near-term costs of implementing those policies, according to a new study. Read More

Science writer tackles Darwin’s ‘Secret Life’

January 20, 2010

Charles Darwin let more than two decades pass between his return to England aboard HMS Beagle and the publication of "Origin of the Species." Read More