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Parents’ stress leaves mark on the DNA of children
Parents who are stressed during their children's early years can leave an imprint on their sons' or daughters' genes - an imprint that lasts into adolescence and may affect how these genes are expressed later in life, according to a study by researchers at the University of Wisconsin and the University of British Columbia. Read More
UW Law School students start off first year with community service
This week, the class of 2014 at the University of Wisconsin Law School will put aside their textbooks for a day of community service. Read More
Construction projects provide campus improvements, jobs
Major construction projects on the UW–Madison campus are providing needed new facilities and securing important construction-sector jobs at the same time. Read More
Why does the semester start when it does?
Having the academic year start on the Friday before Labor Day weekend may be puzzling to some; however, there is a simple explanation for this seemingly illogical start date. Read More
At UW–Madison, students, faculty and staff keep moving to new technologies
Students at UW–Madison have embraced social networks - not much of a surprise on a campus that is often a trendsetter with new technologies. But in growing numbers, faculty and staff on the Madison campus are following along, using their mobile Internet devices to join the online multitudes at Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and other social media sites. Read More
UW-Madison ranks highly in two magazines’ assessments
Two magazines -- Washington Monthly and Reform Judaism -- have ranked the University of Wisconsin–Madison highly in separate rankings. Read More
Two UW–Madison academic staff educators receive teaching awards
Two University of Wisconsin–Madison educators are among the recipients of the UW System's 2011 Alliant Energy Underkofler Awards for Excellence in Teaching. Read More
In cell culture, like real estate, the neighborhood matters
Ever since scientists first began growing human cells in lab dishes in 1952, they have focused on improving the chemical soup that feeds the cells and helps regulate their growth. But surfaces also matter, says Laura Kiessling, a professor of chemistry at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, who observes that living cells are normally in contact with each other and with a structure called the extracellular matrix, not just with the dissolved chemicals in their surroundings. Read More
UW–Madison plans assistance for hurricane-affected students
UW–Madison students who may be affected by Hurricane Irene are encouraged to call the Division of Student Life for assistance with any academic and student… Read More
New study will explore impact of exercise on pulmonary hypertension
For sufferers of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), maintaining healthy heart function isn't as simple as going for a jog every morning. Patients need to do all they can to slow damage to their heart, and exercise can improve potentially improve their quality of life. Read More
Irrigation’s impacts on global carbon uptake
Globally, irrigation increases agricultural productivity by an amount roughly equivalent to the entire agricultural output of the U.S., according to a new University of Wisconsin–Madison study. Read More
Recent Sighting: International SOAR
International students listen to a presentation by Tina Hatch, an advisor in International Student Services, about legal information related to staying in the… Read More
UW–Madison experts available to media to discuss 9/11
As the world marks the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terror attacks at the World Trade Center and Pentagon, the University of Wisconsin–Madison has a number of experts who can discuss topics and issues connecting the anniversary and counterterrorism, religion and politics. Read More
UW–Madison limnologist receives international Water Prize
Sweden’s King Carl XVI Gustaf presented Steve Carpenter, University of Wisconsin–Madison Stephen Alfred Forbes Professor of Zoology and director of the Center for Limnology, with the Stockholm Water Prize today (Aug. 25) in a ceremony at the 2011 World Water Week conference in Stockholm. Read More
APR project leads to more efficient ice-cream service
An Administrative Process Redesign project has produced sweet results for the Memorial Union's Daily Scoop. Read More
Reading, writing and relationships: Tips for parents on the social aspects of back to school
The pencils and notebooks have been purchased and the new shoes have been broken in, but there are other preparations parents can be making to help children get ready for the social and emotional aspects of going back to school. Read More
Rare weekday football game poses campus challenges
With the football season beginning on a weekday when the Badgers open their season against UNLV at Camp Randall Stadium the night of Thursday, Sept. 1, the campus faces some unusual challenges. Read More