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Research to treat placenta could improve human pregnancies
In humans, placental insufficiency restricts the growth of developing fetuses and typically leads to premature delivery and extended stays in the neonatal intensive care unit. Read More
UW–Madison’s Indigenous community centers Native November around love
This year’s Native November theme, “Love is…”, celebrated the ways Indigenous people show love for their culture. From food to the arts to stories passed on from generations, love is deeply rooted in the Indigenous community. Read More
Don Schutt named UW ombuds
Schutt served for more than 23 years in the Office of Human Resources at UW–Madison starting as director of human resource development and retiring as senior director for talent development. Read More
Diversity Forum keynote speaker: Be intentional about avoiding bias
More than 650 people attended the forum, titled “Threads of Belonging: Navigating Differences and Building Community.” Video streams of the event had more than 12,000 views. Read More
Valued connections, future innovations: Chancellor Mnookin visits Sauk, Vernon and Monroe counties
From innovation in sustainable farming and cheese production to partnerships that expand rural health access, UW–Madison works with communities beyond Madison to improve lives. Read More
UW–Madison 6th in national research ranking, surpasses $1.7 billion in research expenditures
UW moved up two spots in the ranking, and it had a 13.7% increase in research expenditures over the previous fiscal year, an increase of more than $208 million for the period covering July 2022 through June 2023. Read More
New Faculty Focus: Roberto Abadie
"I am interested in understanding the everyday lives of people who inject drugs (PWID) and how colonialism, poverty, dispossession, and racism shape their injection behaviors, HIV/HCV and overdose risk, and other drug-related harms." Read More
Weigel named vice provost for faculty and staff affairs
Weigel holds the Judge John J. Crown Chair of Dairy Genetics and has served as chair of the Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences since 2010. He first joined UW–Madison in 1995 as a research scientist in the Department of Dairy Science. Read More
UW–Madison, Ho-Chunk partner to increase seed stock of corn through traditional methods
The crop scientists and Ho-Chunk partners went to great lengths to prevent cross-pollination with the commercial corn that’s widely grown in Wisconsin, covering the ears of Ho-Chunk Speckled corn in bags. Read More
UW’s career services guide the way from classroom to career
Spanning every academic area, career services offices at UW–Madison are guiding students like Zoey to their ideal majors — and giving them a big head start in their future careers. Read More
Fun, healthy and free! Don’t overlook Rec Well programs and services
With three indoor facilities and two outdoor recreation spaces, Rec Well’s free options are perfect for college students looking to support their wellbeing and create meaningful connections on campus. Read More
How might pulsed microwaves harm the brain? UW–Madison engineers lead the search for answers
UW-Madison engineers will leverage cutting-edge research techniques to investigate changes — spanning the molecular level to the animal level — that occur in the brain due to pulsed microwave exposure. Read More
2024 UW–Madison survey shows increased satisfaction with administrative services
The results showed a meaningful increase in service satisfaction in the areas of finance, human resources, information technology, communications and general administration. Read More
UW–Madison seniors Klingele, Boes were finalists this year for the Rhodes Scholarship
“Beyond academic excellence, both are concerned for the welfare of others and committed to using their talents to improve communities. That ambition to serve the common good is at the heart of the Wisconsin Idea and the Rhodes Scholarship.” Read More
Love is…. Actor, comedian and Native November keynote Jana Schmieding
Lakota Native, actor, comedian and writer Jana Schmieding knows how to tell a good joke. As this year's Native November speaker, she proved that laughter is a big part of how the Indigenous community connects with each other and their culture. Read More
15 top-tier colleges wanted her. She chose UW–Madison. Here’s why.
What won her over? A combination of things, including UW–Madison’s world-class reputation, the friendliness of the campus community and a financial aid offer she couldn’t refuse. Read More
Seeking nominations for the 2025 Administrative Improvement Award
The awards recognize exceptional contributions in customer service, process design or redesign or innovation; or development that enhanced effectiveness and efficiency, generated new revenue, saved time or costs, improved service delivery or other benefits. Read More
Human stem cell-derived heart cells are safe in monkeys, could treat congenital heart disease
Regenerating tissue to support healthy heart function could keep hearts beating stronger and longer, and this is where stem cell research is stepping in. Read More
Gene therapy protects against motor neuron disease in rats
The gene therapy approach allowed the non-mutated gene to be expressed in neurons and better support the transportation of proteins, preventing disease. Read More
Open Studio Day: A glimpse at artists’ work, from neon to paint to pottery
Over 50 student artists showed their work at the UW–Madison Art Department's Annual Open Studio Day on Saturday, Nov. 2 in the Art Lofts and Humanities Building. Read More