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Professor helps schools meet the demands of high-stakes accountability

January 24, 2008

Richard Halverson, an education leadership and policy analysis professor, is focusing his research on examining how schools are approaching the tough standards established by the federal No Child Left Behind law.

UW-Madison joins largest climate change teach-in in U.S. history

January 23, 2008

On Jan. 30 and 31, the University of Wisconsin–Madison will participate in Focus the Nation, an unprecedented teach-in on global warming solutions with the aim of preparing millions of students to become leaders in responding to the challenge.

Campus learns about building plans at town hall meetings

January 23, 2008

Throughout the month of October, the UW–Madison and the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation hosted a series of town hall meetings on campus to inform the university community about the latest building plans for the Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery.

Bioethicist Fost debates use of steroids in sports

January 23, 2008

Norman Fost, professor in the departments of pediatrics and medical history and bioethics, and director of the Program in Bioethics, particpiated recently in an Intelligence Squared U.S. debate as an advocate for the motion “Should We Accept Steroid Use in Sports?”

Low vaccination rate of U.S. puppies and kittens poses larger risks

January 22, 2008

It's hard to believe that in an advanced country like the United States, fewer than half of all puppies and kittens are being vaccinated. Yet that's exactly what was found in a study recently completed by UW–Madison and Dane County veterinarians.

School of Pharmacy ready to celebrate 125 years

January 22, 2008

What began as an inspiration of several forward-thinking pharmacists throughout the state is now, 125 years later, a national leader in advancing both the practice and science of pharmacy.

Ebola virus disarmed by excising a single gene

January 21, 2008

The deadly Ebola virus, an emerging public health concern in Africa and a potential biological weapon, ranks among the most feared of exotic pathogens.

In diatom, scientists find genes that may level engineering hurdle

January 21, 2008

Denizens of oceans, lakes and even wet soil, diatoms are unicellular algae that encase themselves in intricately patterned, glass-like shells. Curiously, these tiny phytoplankton could be harboring the next big breakthrough in computer chips.

Curiosities: How can a tornado occur in January?

January 21, 2008

Tornadoes can happen whenever atmospheric conditions are suitable, says Steve Ackerman, professor of atmospheric science at UW–Madison. Over the years, Wisconsin has had…

Study: Brain connections strengthen during waking hours, weaken during sleep

January 20, 2008

Most people know it from experience: After so many hours of being awake, your brain feels unable to absorb any more-and several hours of sleep will refresh it.

Planning for interaction at Institutes for Discovery

January 16, 2008

As a first-generation college student at a small liberal arts school on the East Coast, Gwen Drury was struck by how physical space influenced the way people interact.

Wisconsin Idea grants bring a community focus to current affairs

January 16, 2008

The 2008 Ira and Ineva Reilly Baldwin Wisconsin Idea Endowment will provide more than $900,000 in support for 15 projects targeting issues related to education, health, the economy and the environment.

UW-Madison No. 2 in producing Peace Corps volunteers

January 15, 2008

For the second straight year, the University of Wisconsin–Madison is second in the nation in producing alumni volunteers to the Peace Corps.

Work begins on future site of Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery

January 15, 2008

A major change will begin to take shape on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus this month as construction begins at the future site of the Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery.

Professor to be featured on ABC’s 20/20 tonight, Jan. 11

January 11, 2008

Richard Davidson, the Vilas Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry, will be featured on ABC’s 20/20 program tonight, Jan. 11, 2008.

California company licenses WARF stem cell technology

January 9, 2008

BioTime, Inc. (OTCBB: BTIM) has signed a licensing agreement with the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) for 173 patents and patent applications relating to human embryonic stem cell technology created by James Thomson at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Waisman Center presents documentary ‘Indestructible’

January 7, 2008

The award-winning documentary "Indestructible" will screen at the Waisman Center at the University of Wisconsin–Madison on Thursday, Jan. 24.

Environmental art exhibition forged by artists, educators, researchers

January 7, 2008

An innovative art exhibition titled "Paradise Lost? Climate Change in the Northwoods" features the work of 20 area artists commissioned to explore the specter of global warming in the Great Lakes region.

Persistence, genius mix for chemist

January 2, 2008

Chemistry professor Laura Kiessling is featured in the Milwuakee Journal Sentinel’s series on “groundbreaking thinkers in Wisconsin” series.