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Nergard appointed 1st full-time director of sustainability
The new position reflects a renewed emphasis on sustainability and resource stewardship as well as an increased focus on sustainable operations in the university’s environmental stewardship efforts.
Scientists discover cause of aging-related disease in mice, then reverse its symptoms
UW–Madison researchers have shown that mice making too much of a human protein called AT-1 show signs of early aging and premature death, which are also symptoms of the human disorder progeria.
The bladder can regenerate like nobody’s business and now we know why
New research from the UW–Madison School of Veterinary Medicine shows that non-bladder cells from a nearby anatomical structure called the Wolffian duct can actually help the bladder mend itself.
Art from shaving cream
Shaving cream has plenty of uses besides shaving off your beard. At a Summer Spin activity on July 26, Participants eagerly created shaving-cream art and patterned-paper prints at the Chazen Museum of Art.
You can vote now in the Aug. 14 primary election
It’s not too early to vote in the Aug. 14 primary election. You can vote absentee, or in-person absentee. Or you can wait until election day.
A look at #UWSummer: Badgers all over the world
The #UWSummer campaign July 16 to 20 showed the scope and impact of UW–Madison student activity this summer, both on campus and off. Activities were in the classroom, at internships, in the research lab, overseas and elsewhere.
Bucky on Parade feature: Megan Breene and Allyson Casey
Megan Breene and Allyson Casey, both graphic designers at the Wisconsin Union, designed and painted Sunset Bucky for Bucky on Parade, a public art project. They hope their Bucky reminds people of nights spent on the Terrace, which has become an icon of Madison.
#UWSummer: Badgers are active in summer, from the terrace to Thailand
UW-Madison students have all sorts of learning experiences in the summer, in all sorts of places, based on this social media campaign.
Nanoparticles improve tumor treatment in mice
In mouse models of human lung cancer, the improved drug inhibited tumor growth more effectively than the standard drug. “Ultimately, our goal is to get this into human beings,” says pharmacy professor Glen Kwon.
Bob Dylan’s electric guitar and leather jacket inspire a dissertation
The singer-songwriter’s controversial performance at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival inspired Rivka Maizlish to look into the debate over how Americans have defined "folk."
Strong showing from Badgerloop at SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Competition
The UW–Madison Badgerloop team was among the top teams at the 2018 SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Competition, reaching the final four.
Away with words: Emoji help brands communicate with customers
A UW–Madison professor's research examines how emoji are used to convey meaning and emotion in written communications, especially on social media. Her favorite? The eye roll.
National Atmospheric Deposition Program moves to hygiene lab
The NADP monitors North America’s precipitation and atmosphere for a range of chemicals, and uses the data to determine trends in where pollution is concentrated and over what period of time.
Meditation affects brain networks differently in long-term meditators and novices
UW-Madison researchers examined brain activity in non-meditators, new meditators, and long-term meditators, and they discovered differences in emotion networks of the brain among these groups.
Chancellor Blank reaches 5-year milestone
Rebecca Blank has now been chancellor of UW–Madison for five years. On this anniversary, she celebrated with Bucky Badger and shared some reflections about what's been accomplished during that time. "Everything here that gets done is a team effort," she says.
Eagle-eyed machine learning algorithm outdoes human experts
UW–Madison's Dane Morgan and collaborators used machine learning to make artificial intelligence better than experienced humans at analyzing damage to potential nuclear reactor materials.
Wisconsin researchers receive $60 million from NIH for ‘All of Us’ research program
By partnering with 1 million diverse people who share information about themselves over many years, "All of Us" will enable research to more precisely prevent and treat a variety of health conditions.
World Emoji Day? Here’s your emoji guide to UW–Madison
Texting your friend but don’t have time to spell out “Hagenah Fountain?” In honor of Tuesday's World Emoji Day, try this handy emoji guide for all things related to Wisconsin.
Bucky on Parade feature: Nicole Rosenbaum
Nicole Rosenbaum, a senior at UW graduating with an Art Education degree, designed "Terrace Bucky" and "Flamingo Bucky" for Bucky on Parade, a public art project. Her parents, both artists, inspired her to pursue art, and now she's eager to spread her love of creativity to children.
Students use cool tools to solve local problems in summer Makerspace course
In the UW–Madison Makerspace, students design and build whatever they can imagine in a collaborative environment with cutting-edge tools. Some of their designs solve local challenges.