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Gradual reopening includes select facilities
After being closed since March due to the COVID-19 outbreak, some University of Wisconsin–Madison facilities are reopening on a limited basis, with new safety requirements such as masking and physical distancing. Read More
Coughing visualization illustrates the benefits of wearing a good mask
A research team made a video of a modified mannequin whose mouth releases a puff of air containing fog, in order to see how well masks contain the fog and visualize results from testing different mask styles. Read More
Study aims to help with “quarantine 15” weight management
Many people are eating more and exercising less since the pandemic began. Those who are interested can go to Partner2Lose.com to fill out an online screening form and see if they qualify. Read More
Peering under galactic dust, study reveals radiation at center of Milky Way
Our view of the galaxy’s dense and active center is blocked by immense clouds of dust, but telescopic data has set researchers on a path to better understanding the Milky Way's energy. Read More
Increase in COVID-19 cases in Dane County prompts new guidelines
Whether you’re staying local or traveling for the holiday weekend, it is important to limit your potential exposure to the virus at this time when cases are increasing locally and across the country. Read More
UW-Madison commits to empowering students to vote
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has joined more than 160 colleges and universities in striving for full student voter registration and participation through the nonpartisan All In Campus Democracy Challenge. Read More
COVID questions: Dog parks, work from home, future of cities
Is it safe to take my dog to the dog park? What's the future of hard-hit urban areas? Will work from home continue after the pandemic? Read More
Tiny mineral particles are better vehicles for promising gene therapy
UW–Madison researchers have developed a safer and more efficient way to deliver a promising new method for treating cancer and liver disorders and for vaccination — including a COVID-19 vaccine that has advanced to clinical trials. Read More
Tommy Thompson takes office as UW System President, seeks feedback
"We believe in helping more state residents earn college degrees, and we are dedicated to opening the doors of the university to talented students from families all across Wisconsin," Thompson says. Read More
Introducing the Sandra Rosenbaum School of Social Work
The gift, the largest in the school’s history, is another way for Joel Berman, the founder and former CEO of Iatric Systems, a healthcare technology company, to honor his love for and life with Sandra Rosenbaum. Read More
Making the most of our summers: painting, walks and learning
Trips have been canceled, all UW–Madison summer courses were moved to remote instruction and most social gathering places have COVID-19 restrictions. But that doesn’t mean that we are just going to stay home staring at the wall. UW–Madison students, whether they’re at their homes or still in Madison, are still making the most of their summers, while still respecting physical distancing rules. Read More
New method measures temperature within 3D objects
The method may be useful in applications where traditional temperature probes won’t work, like monitoring semiconductor performance or next-generation nuclear reactors. Read More
Phase 2 returns more research activity to campus
Phase 2 continues a gradual expansion of research activities while ensuring we continue to follow guidelines to minimize the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
Badger Talks video: All you need to know about wearing a mask
Professor of population health sciences Ajay Sethi talks about who should wear a mask and how they help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Read More
Lonnie Berger to be associate vice chancellor in the social sciences
Berger will provide leadership for divisional area faculty recruitment and retention, grant matches, research center reviews, faculty awards and professorships, and fall competition awards. Read More
‘Committed to Change: A Call to Action’ discussion invites ideas for next steps
Three panels featuring a broad cross-section of alumni, experts on racism, campus and community leaders, and elected officials will share the long-term history and roots of racism, especially in the Midwest Region of the United States. Read More
Free chemistry camps offered online this summer
Activities cover a range of scientific topics including chemical reactions, engineering, physics and learning how to do and troubleshoot experiments. The experiments are safe, inexpensive and easy to do at home. Read More
American Family Insurance Data Science Institute awards “mini grants” to advance data science
The emerging field of data science is the study, development or application of methods that reveal new insights from data. The successful projects will further research ranging from third-wave artificial intelligence to student entrepreneurship. Read More
Showing pro-diversity feelings are the norm makes individuals more tolerant
Students who watched a video about the positive impact of a diverse campus on their first day of class were more tolerant of other groups and more supportive of diversity even months later. Read More
On-Campus Childcare Centers Set to Reopen
Beginning June 29, all on-campus childcare centers will reopen. This includes Eagle’s Wing, UW Child Development Lab, and Waisman Early Childhood Program. In addition, Little Chicks Learning Academy remains open. All facilities are following state, local and CDC guidelines for operations. Read More