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Curiosities: Why, when I see wind generators on a windy day, are some rotating and others not?
There are several possible reasons why a turbine may be still even when the wind is blowing, says Giri Venkataramanan, a… Read More
Berquam: Mental health support always available
UHS, Berquam promote resources for students, faculty and staff who are in need of assistance. Read More
UW-Madison conference will educate for lives of purpose
The Student Personnel Association at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will host its annual conference, "Educating for Lives of Purpose," on Thursday, March 10, at the Concourse Hotel. All members of the campus community are encouraged to attend. Read More
Insect hearing inspires new approach to small antennas
Ormia ochracea is a small parasitic fly best known for its strong sense of directional hearing. A female fly tracks a male cricket by its chirps and then deposits her eggs on the unfortunate host. The larvae subsequently eat the cricket. Read More
UW-Madison Dance Department, Arts Institute remember ‘60s events with symposium
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Dance Department and Arts Institute announce the Sunlight Project and Symposium, a series of 10 events related to Pulitzer Prize-winner David Maraniss' "They Marched into Sunlight." Read More
Kevin Henkes, award-winning children’s author and illustrator, visits Vilas Hall; seats available for TV taping
Award-winning children’s book author and illustrator Kevin Henkes will join an audience of UW–Madison students and friends for a taping of Wisconsin Reflections, airing… Read More
Board of Regents meeting streamed live today
Today's special meeting of the Board of Regents to discuss the potential separation of UW–Madison from UW System will be live streamed to accommodate those who cannot attend the meeting. The meeting is scheduled to run from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Read More
Recent sightings: New Badger Partnership chat
On Feb, 24, 2011, Chancellor Biddy Martin (left), Vice Chancellor for Administration Darrell Bazzell, Director of Human Resources Robert Lavigna (right), and Dean of… Read More
Web chat today about the New Badger Partnership
Chancellor Biddy Martin and other university experts will chat with the campus community to answer questions and share thoughts about UW–Madison's future under a state budget proposal that would give the university additional flexibilities and distinguish it as a public authority. Read More
Moms’ mental health needs attention during and after pregnancy
Poor mental health before and during pregnancy are "giant red flags" predicting which new mothers are more likely to suffer postpartum mood disorders, a new nationwide survey reveals. Read More
Using satellites to enhance air quality understanding
The first late winter thaws bring puddles, mud, and a promise of spring in the air. But there may also be something less wholesome in the air - very high levels of air pollution. Read More
UW-Madison chancellor, alumnus and professor named to national commission
As the American Academy of Arts & Sciences introduces a national commission to encourage research in the humanities and social sciences, the University of Wisconsin–Madison boasts strong representation. Read More
Neuroscientist raises questions in first animal research forum
In the hunt for some middle ground between animal researchers and animal rights advocates, Larry Hansen thinks what’s missing is … the middle ground. Read More
Students partner with business to launch iPhone app, highlight Wisconsin-made products
What if you could enter a grocery store, and with the tap of your finger, determine which products were made in your state? Thanks to three UW–Madison graduate students and their partnership with a local grocery store, you now can. Read More