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Science editor to present neuroscience and public policy seminar
Bruce Alberts, editor-in-chief of Science, will present a neuroscience and public policy seminar, titled “Science and the World’s Future,” at 4 p.m. on Friday, March… Read More
Showcase returns for 12th year
UW–Madison’s 12th annual Showcase will feature more than 50 poster exhibits and optional breakout sessions focusing on ways to improve process on campus. The exhibits… Read More
Adapted fitness: Elite athletes, at any ability
Everyone’s an athlete Read More
New book shines light on relationships between mothers, nannies
Financial pressure, mothers’ role led to recent controversy Read More
Chancellor Martin’s statement on Governor Walker’s budget proposal
University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Biddy Martin said Tuesday that Governor Scott Walker's proposed cuts to higher education in Wisconsin will be very difficult to absorb after years of cuts to the campuses. She is encouraged, on the other hand, by the governor's forward-looking proposal to give increased flexibility to UW–Madison, and, over time, other UW System institutions. Read More
Ecological adaptation likely to influence impacts of climate change
Animals' capacity to adapt is a factor in how they are likely to respond to changing climate conditions. Read More
Conference on politics of consumption returns to UW–Madison
The University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Journalism and Mass Communication will host a conference this week examining the intersection of consumption, citizenship, media and marketing. Read More
Wisconsin boaters, anglers doing more to halt spread of invasives
Wisconsin boaters and anglers seem to be doing a better job of following rules aimed at curbing the spread of aquatic invasive species, according to the results of UW–Madison surveys taken in 2009 and 2010. Read More
Recent sightings: Black Men’s Forum
On Feb. 25, 2011, members of the Wisconsin Association of Black Men (WABM), a UW–Madison student organization, along with students from the Chicago Urban… Read More
100-Hour Challenge winners named
A dress made of rubber gloves, a xylophone constructed from PVC pipes and a coffee chiller fashioned out of discarded lab equipment were just three examples of entrepreneurial creativity submitted in this year's Wiscontrepreneur 100-Hour Challenge, sponsored by the University of Wisconsin–Madison Office of Corporate Relations. Read More
Campus forums scheduled on budget, New Badger Partnership
During the next two weeks, Chancellor Biddy Martin will be holding a pair of forums on developments regarding the New Badger Partnership and the state budget process. Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend. Read More
Chemist awarded grant to develop ‘green chemistry’ for pharmaceutical industry
A University of Wisconsin–Madison professor of chemistry has received a grant to develop "green" techniques to produce compounds for the pharmaceutical industry. Read More
UW-Madison artist wins international visualization challenge
Watch yourself around Kandis Elliot's art, because it may be smuggling things into your brain. Read More
UW-Madison trio named Leopold Leadership Fellows
Three University of Wisconsin–Madison professors are among only 20 academics from throughout North America chosen this year to participate in a prestigious environmental leadership and communications training program. Read More
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