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Genetic change prevents cell death in mouse model of Parkinson’s disease
By shifting a normal protective mechanism into overdrive, a University of Wisconsin–Madison scientist has completely shielded mice from a toxic chemical that would otherwise cause Parkinson's disease.
Recent sightings: Table for four
The winter sun sets behind “Ice & Snow Furniture Raised From Lake Mendota,” an art project by art student Hongtao Zhou. Zhou created the…
Single gene lets bacteria jump from host to host
All life - plants, animals, people - depends on peaceful coexistence with a swarm of microbial life that performs vital services from helping to convert food to energy to protection from disease.
Vet Medicine launches a new approach to E. coli food safety
Infection by Eschericia.coli O157:H7 from undercooked cattle meat proves deadly to about 60 people in the U.S. each year. While testing is available to detect the presence of the bacterium in raw meat, researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison would prefer to address the problem before the meat is sent to market.
Curiosities: Why don’t cars rust like they used to?
Rust used to be one of the great banes of car ownership. And because road salt accelerates rusting, the problem was especially severe in places…
Curiosities: Are people attracted to people who look like them?
Yes, says Linda Roberts, a professor of human development and family studies at UW–Madison. Roberts, who studies couples, says evidence supports this folk…
Journalist to share insights into future of free trade, Doha
Prize-winning journalist Paul Blustein will visit campus Thursday, Feb. 5, as the featured speaker for “Free Trade under Threat: Impact for U.S. Business,” a public lecture with question-and-answer session hosted by the Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) at the Wisconsin School of Business.
Experts available to discuss the federal economic stimulus package
As federal lawmakers continue to debate the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA 2009), professional development experts at the University of Wisconsin–Madison are available to discuss the impact of the legislation on the nation's infrastructure.
Research uncovers surprising lion stronghold in war-torn central Africa
Times are tough for wildlife living at the frontier between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Armies are reportedly encamped in a national park and wildlife preserve on the Congolese side, while displaced herders and their cattle have settled in an adjoining Ugandan park.
Piano Pioneers brings musical opportunities to Madison community
For the School of Music, the key to connecting with the Madison community lies within the keys of a piano.