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State Relations Update (June 29)
Friday night, the Legislature completed their action on the state budget and the Governor signed the spending plan into law today.
Sequencing effort to chart ants and their ecosystem
Nestled within the twisting fungus gardens of leaf-cutter ants exists a complex symbiotic web that has evolved over millions of years. Now, with the help of a major genomic sequencing grant from Roche Applied Science, scientists at UW–Madison will be able to analyze these interactions at the molecular scale.
Major study links malaria mosquitoes to Amazon deforestation
In one of the most field-intensive efforts to explore the connection between malaria and tropical deforestation, a team led by Jonathan Patz, a specialist in the link between environment and health at the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies at UW–Madison, has established a strong correlation between the extent of forest destruction and the incidence of the Amazon's most dangerous malaria vector, the mosquito Anopheles darlingi.
Chancellor’s Furlough Update
The University of Wisconsin–Madison is working closely with the state of Wisconsin and UW System administration to iron out the details provided by the Office of State Employment Relations (OSER) regarding mandatory employee furloughs.
Students help New Orleans wetlands
A project led by students at UW–Madison and designed to restore New Orleans wetlands damaged by Hurricane Katrina recently took a major step forward.
Experts: Big Tobacco dead by 2047, possibly sooner
President Barack Obama's signature on a bill this week to grant the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulatory authority over tobacco was historic, and represents a step in the march to eliminate tobacco use in this country by 2047, two national tobacco experts said today (June 25).
Projected food, energy demands seen to outpace production
With the caloric needs of the planet expected to soar by 50 percent in the next 40 years, planning and investment in global agriculture will become critically important, according a new report released today (June 25).
Recent sightings: Anything for Abe
Braving a near-record temperature of 94 degrees Fahrenheit, a grounds-crew member uses a line trimmer to cut the grass near the Abraham Lincoln statue…
Power restored to campus
Power has been restored to the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus after a widespread outage around 10:45 a.m. today (June 24). Around 30 buildings and some cooling systems were affected.
Chemistry professor reveals the science behind fireworks
Come early to the Memorial Union Terrace this Saturday, June 27, to stake out a good seat for Rhythm and Booms and learn about the science behind the spectacle.
From Earth to the universe to Capitol Square
On Saturday, June 27, wonders from the far reaches of the universe will be brought down to Earth on the Capitol Square.
Self-study course assists those planning for retirement
As Judy Ettinger puzzled over her retirement options a few years ago, her 30-plus years of experience in career counseling and career development proved to be invaluable.
UW-Madison announces vice chancellor for university relations
Citing his deep knowledge of the University of Wisconsin–Madison community, his effectiveness as an ambassador on behalf of the institution and his experience, UW–Madison Chancellor Biddy Martin has selected Vince Sweeney to be the university's first vice chancellor for university relations.
Carb synthesis sheds light on promising tuberculosis drug target
A fundamental question about how sugar units are strung together into long carbohydrate chains has also pinpointed a promising way to target new medicines against tuberculosis.
UW-Madison’s Lincoln statue turns 100
He's sat, stone-faced, through snowstorms and student protests, and he's endured as countless graduates crawled into his lap to whisper their aspirations into his ear and, maybe, kiss his cheek. One hundred years ago today (June 22), the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Abraham Lincoln statue was unveiled atop Bascom Hill.
UW-Madison announces new secretary of the academic staff
The longtime assistant director of the Office of Professional and Instructional Development for the University of Wisconsin System has been named the next secretary of the academic staff at UW–Madison, interim Provost Julie Underwood announced today (June 22).
State Relations Update (June 22)
Two weeks after the Joint Finance Committee took action on the Governors biennial budget, both the Assembly and Senate approved their own version of the spending plan this week.
Scientists and public differ on views about nanotechnology regulation
When it comes to regulating nanotechnology - a burgeoning global industry with wide-ranging potential applications - a new study led by professors Dietram Scheufele at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and Elizabeth Corley at Arizona State University (ASU) reveals that the views of U.S. nanoscientists differ from those of the general public.
‘Planet Trek’ offers chance to walk or bike scale model of solar system
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Space Place and the Monona Terrace invite the public to Planet Trek Fest at Monona Terrace on Saturday, June 20.
Distinguished alumni reminisce about UW–Madison on Big Ten Network
Discussing politics, Badger athletics and campus life in the 1960s and '70s, four University of Wisconsin–Madison alumni who were honored with the 2009 Distinguished Alumni Awards will be featured on a Big Ten Network program airing later this month.