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Documentary examines Wisconsin Innocence Project case
A new true-crime documentary, "Facing Life: The Retrial of Evan Zimmerman," will air at 8 p.m. on Monday, June 5, on the A&E cable network.
Culver receives Distinguished Business Alumnus Award
The University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Business has announced Curt Culver will receive its Distinguished Business Alumnus Award tonight (June 1) at an event in his honor at the Blue Mound Country Club in Brookfield, Wis.
Professor to coordinate U.S. fusion science effort
A University of Wisconsin–Madison professor will be the liaison between United States plasma and fusion science researchers and a group that is building the U.S. share of ITER, an international fusion experiment that eventually could lead to an abundant, economical and environmentally benign energy source.
New approach allows closer look at smoker lungs
Aided by a powerful imaging technique, scientists have discovered they can detect smoking-related lung damage in healthy smokers who otherwise display none of the telltale signs of tobacco use.
Local high school students complete UW–Madison IT training program
Thirteen area high school students will receive certificates of graduation for completing an intensive information technology training program through the University of Wisconsin–Madison called the Information Technology Academy.
Biochemist bags young scientist award
A biochemist at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is one of two recipients of the 2006 Shaw Scientist Award. Designed to help young scientists explore novel research directions, the $200,000 prize is annually awarded to Wisconsin researchers working in the fields of biochemistry, the biological sciences and cancer research.
Online course to develop curriculum around process of science
"Forensic Science" is a unique online learning opportunity that will provide K-12 teachers with the techniques and tools to bring scientific investigation into their classrooms. This two-week Web-based learning opportunity will be conducted June 12-26.
Jazz event benefits campus child care, honors educators
Well-known local jazz singer Jan Wheaton, with the Jan Wheaton Quintet, will perform at a fund-raising event to benefit the University of Wisconsin–Madison Campus Child Care Centers.