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UW–Madison receives $150 million grant to to lead nationwide Alzheimer’s disease study

January 9, 2024

The five-year study will provide state-of-the-art imaging and blood-based biomarkers for researchers around the world to study and advance the field of Alzheimer’s and related dementias. The work is also designed to shed light on mixed dementia, where more than one neurological disease is contributing to dementia.

Search begins for next School of Education dean

January 9, 2024

A search is underway for the next dean of the School of Education to lead the school's academic and executive affairs at one of the nation's most prominent schools of education. Listening sessions on Jan. 16 and 17 will give community members the opportunity to provide input and ask questions. The application for full consideration is March 18.

Plan ahead for winter weather; campus operations remain normal

January 8, 2024

Employees are encouraged to make plans to account for possible travel delays and potential school or childcare closures. Notify supervisors and make alternate arrangements, as outlined in UW–Madison's Inclement Weather Policy. Ensuring your safety should always be a top priority.

15 Badgers recognized among Wisconsin’s Most Influential Black Leaders for 2023

January 8, 2024

Current and former UW–Madison students and employees received recognition from Madison365 for their tremendous contributions to Wisconsin's Black community across their diverse fields, from public health and education, to finance, public service and law.

Land and campus community connect through new art installation

January 8, 2024

A new art installation preserves some of the wood from an elm tree fondly known as Elmer, which stood in the Biochemical Sciences Complex Plaza until it succumbed to Dutch elm disease in 2018. The hanging piece was installed in the Biochemistry Sciences Building atrium in October 2023.

UW–Madison scientists reveal the inner workings of an essential protein trafficking complex

January 3, 2024

The discovery could eventually help researchers better understand and develop new treatments for diseases like cancer, diabetes and those that cause immune dysfunction.

UW celebrates legacy of Herb Kohl: alumnus, philanthropist and senator

December 28, 2023

Kohl, a giant of Wisconsin business, politics and philanthropy, is being remembered by the campus community as a distinguished alumnus, strong advocate and loyal supporter. 

Updates on legislative compromise agreement

December 21, 2023

An update on next steps following approval of the Universities of Wisconsin pay plan.

Multitasking microbes: UW–Madison scientists engineer bacteria to make two valuable products from plant fiber

December 20, 2023

UW researchers have engineered bacteria that can produce two chemical products at the same time from underutilized plant fiber. The discovery could help make biofuels more sustainable and commercially viable.

Stem cell technology developed at UW–Madison leads to new understanding of autism risks

December 20, 2023

Ashton says researchers using technologies like the RosetteArray are finding that the risk factors for autism spectrum disorder are boiling down to a couple of core pathways, that seem to have roles very early in human brain development, which is helpful information as researchers work on treatments.

Moments in Time 2023

December 19, 2023

In 2023, University Communications photographers captured thousands of photos of Badgers living, learning and working at UW–Madison. Here's a small selection of some of their favorite moments.

JCOER to consider pay plan for UW employees

December 19, 2023

The pay plan had been approved in the 2023-25 state budget process in July, but final approval was delayed by JCOER.

UW–Madison experts available on warm, dry holiday weather expected for Wisconsin

December 18, 2023

Experts from the University of Wisconsin–Madison are available for commentary and analysis on the upcoming holiday forecast, the outlook for snow this winter in the Upper Midwest and Midwestern climate trends.

Mineral coatings could enable shelf-stable mRNA therapies

December 15, 2023

A protective mineral coating identified by University of Wisconsin–Madison biomedical engineering researchers could allow powerful messenger RNA therapeutics like COVID-19 vaccines to be stored at room temperature, making them more accessible to lower-resourced communities across the world.

Heads held high after semifinal loss

December 15, 2023

The Badger volleyball team lost to Texas 3-1 in the national semifinals of the NCAA tournament Thursday, ending a season filled with triumphs and teamwork.

Newly developed material gulps down hydrogen, spits it out, protects fusion reactor walls

December 14, 2023

The advance, detailed in a paper published recently in the journal Physica Scripta, could enable more efficient compact fusion reactors that are easier to repair and maintain.