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Foreign exchange rate conference set Sept. 28-29
Leading researchers, economists and policymakers from major universities will participate in a landmark foreign exchange rate conference at UW–Madison Sept. 28-29. Read More
With a tweak, flu virus is a killer
By incorporating the slightest change in the arrangement of its molecules, the virus responsible for a brief but frightening influenza outbreak in Hong Kong several years ago can quickly morph from a relatively benign virus to a killer. Read More
Memorandum of understanding
Memorandum of Understanding between WiCell Research Institute, Inc. and Public Health Service U.S. Department of Health and Human Services This Memorandum Of Understanding (hereinafter… Read More
WiCell signs stem cell research agreement
The National Institutes of Health and the WiCell Research Institute, Inc., of Madison announced today, Sept. 5, the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for research use of WiCell's existing five human embryonic stem cell lines. Read More
New learning center to break ground
Events this Friday, Sept. 7, will mark groundbreaking for the Health Sciences Learning Center, a state-of-the-art learning facility for UW students in the health professions. Read More
‘House calls at the edge of the mind’
Oliver Sacks, author of the best sellers 'Awakenings' and 'The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat,' will address the 2001 Chancellor's Convocation at the Kohl Center Wednesday, Sept. 5, at 7 p.m. Read More
Admissions tops regent agenda
A presentation on admissions policies is among items on the next UW System Board of Regents meeting agenda. Read More
Stem cells guided down blood’s developmental pathway
For the first time, scientists have demonstrated that undifferentiated human embryonic stem cells can be teased down a developmental pathway to become blood cells. Read More
Freshman class of 2001 is a record-setting group
The incoming freshman class could be the largest and most talented in the 153-year history of the campus. Read More
Housing leaders promote fire prevention
As students return to campus, University Housing officials are emphasizing the need for fire prevention. Read More
Prof studies nuclear safety in deregulated landscape
A study of deregulation's past impact on several safety-critical industries provides valuable insight into the factors affecting safety of deregulated nuclear power plants. Read More
Arboretum center opens Sept. 8
The Arboretum will cut the ribbon to symbolize the official opening of its expanded visitor center on Saturday, Sept. 8 Read More
Families working longer in downturn
The national economic slowdown is hitting Wisconsin hard, according to a report released this Labor Day holiday weekend. Read More
Hoofer clubs invite new members
If the outdoors beckons, you'll want to visit the annual Wisconsin Hoofer Club-wide Kickoff, Thursday, Sept. 6, 7:30 p.m. in Great Hall , Memorial Union, 800 Langdon St. Read More
Economic outlook conference examines future
The possibilities of lower interest rates, volatile markets, more layoffs and recession will be addressed by John W. Thompson, president of Thompson, Plumb & Associates, Madison, one of four leading economic advisers who will speak at the 'Economic Outlook: 2002' conference, Friday, Sept. 21, at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Read More
Students pleased with UW–Madison computing
A UW–Madison survey finds 87 percent of students are satisfied or very satisfied with the computing resources the university provides, a figure that has remained steady for three years. Read More
Filmmaker Tony Buba is fall artist in residence
Noted documentary filmmaker Tony Buba will be the Arts Institute interdisciplinary artist in residence at the UW–Madison this fall. Read More
Institute to host 4 visiting scholars
Four distinguished international scholars, including a former ambassador, will be on campus this fall, guests of the International Institute and several of its member programs. Read More
Expanded Waisman Center supports vital programs
A $25 million expansion of the Waisman Center will support the center's pioneering research, services, and education in human development, developmental disabilities and neurodegenerative diseases. Read More
Study: Alcohol alternatives supported
As college students head back to school, an American Medical Association survey released Wednesday shows binge drinking is among their parents' top concerns: 95 percent say excessive drinking is a serious threat to their children, and 85 percent say easy access to alcohol at colleges contributes to the problem. Read More