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School of Pharmacy combats racial disparities in COVID-19 vaccination
Student pharmacists being taught to respectfully serve diverse populations through changes in the curriculum, including a new lecture about the history of racism in medical research. Read More
UW-Madison professors teach schools how to do antigen testing
"A school can identify quickly if a staff member or a kid who comes in the school who might have symptoms comes in the school and should get sent home." Read More
Uncovering how low-protein diets might reprogram metabolism
Dudley Lamming recognizes his findings are counterintuitive. Much dietary research favors adding protein, not limiting it. But with the majority of the U.S. population being overweight and sedentary, he sees an opportunity to rethink diets. Read More
UW-Madison ‘COVID crisis: Looking forward’ experts, new website
What’s next in the COVID-19 crisis? University of Wisconsin–Madison experts are available to discuss forward-looking research, tips, and the latest trends related to the pandemic as we enter a summer of change. Read More
New white paper showcases value of UW–Madison’s in-state job creation, grad placement and economic recovery
With an annual statewide impact of $30.8 billion, the UW is a major contributor to Wisconsin’s economic growth, particularly when it comes to job creation and workforce development. Read More
UW–Madison joins Rockefeller Foundation’s pandemic prevention institute
The goal, says a leading UW researcher, is to “break through these silos and get us better public health outcomes and also more informed translational research.” Read More
COVID questions: Anxiety about the return to ‘normal’, other vaccines
In a pre-lockdown world, many people experienced a "fear of missing out" (FOMO) on social events, but now many people are experiencing a "fear of going out" (FOGO). Read More
UW leaders appreciate investment in academic building projects
The legislature’s Joint Finance Committee advanced its version of the state’s 2021-23 capital budget Tuesday, including funding for a new academic facility for the College of Letters & Science at UW–Madison. Read More
SMPH survey shows increase in total COVID-19 infections and effect of vaccine uptake
The third and final wave of an SMPH survey estimated more than 11% of participants had a positive COVID-19 antibody test due to infection with the virus that causes the disease — a two-fold increase from the second set of results in December. Read More
Recent grads make film about social isolation and loneliness during Covid-19
"In Due Time" explores one woman’s experience living alone in a Madison apartment in spring 2020. Read More
Engineering students learn by solving real-world problems
Students overwhelmingly enjoy the classes that enable them to put their calculus, chemistry, physics and other knowledge to use. Read More
Engaging in the arts at Wheelhouse
Wheelhouse Studios is an open art studio located in the lower level of Memorial Union. With three versatile workspaces, flexible studio designs, drop-in art opportunities, and classes for enthusiasts and first-time artists alike, it’s easy to engage in the arts at Wheelhouse. Advance registration is required. Read More
Polar vortex, winter heat may change bird populations
Extreme winter weather events such as a polar vortex can push some species to the edge of survival. Yet winter tends to get short shrift in climate change research. Read More
Behind the scenes with the new AD
Chris McIntosh, a former Badger football star, was introduced as the University of Wisconsin's next director of athletics at a Kohl Center news conference following his selection by Chancellor Rebecca Blank and approval by the UW System Board of Regents on Wednesday. McIntosh, currently the deputy AD, will succeed Barry Alvarez, who is retiring. Read More
Student designs restore mobility to a rooster with one foot and a client with MD
Every semester, the Inter Engr 170 freshman design course gives first-year University of Wisconsin–Madison engineers a chance to get valuable hands-on experience working on practical projects with real clients. Read More
Congratulatory banners part of larger effort to promote Indigenous languages
Banners in seven Indigenous languages offered congratulations to the Class of 2021. The effort was organized by Enwejig, a campus group that promotes language reclamation. Read More
UW researchers investigate mining-related deforestation in the Amazon
While these mining operations are often called “artisanal” or “small-scale,” in aggregate they are very destructive. Read More
Malia Jones receives UW System award
Jones, an associate scientist with the Applied Population Laboratory for the past six years, studies infectious disease epidemiology, herd immunity, and spatial variation in vaccine coverage. Read More
McIntosh named director of athletics
Chris McIntosh, a decorated student-athlete who captained two of the most celebrated teams in Badgers history, has been named to the post of director of athletics. Read More
Brown revolutionized field of special education
Lou Brown, who died on May 1, called for the end of segregated services for individuals with disabilities — a view once considered extreme but now widely accepted. Read More