Tag Federal relations
Protecting our Great Lakes
The University of Wisconsin Sea Grant Institute and Division of Extension’s Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve are working to protect our Great Lakes Read More
The real costs of research funding cuts
UW–Madison could lose tens of millions of dollars in annual research support due to a proposed change in federal funding. But what’s really at stake? The university’s ability to advance life-saving research and innovation. Read More
UW biochemists engineered a poplar tree that produces a high-demand industrial chemical. It was a surprise discovery only made possible by sustained investment in research.
Professor Brian Fox has engineered a genetic alteration to poplar trees to help them produce an industrial chemical commonly used as a preservative and an ingredient for synthetic fibers. Read More
A UW biochemistry researcher is studying effective treatments for the next pandemic. Federal funding changes are slowing the work.
UW–Madison biochemistry professor Robert Kirchdoerfer is studying the structure of coronaviruses like COVID-19 to better understand how they work and to help develop drugs that protect against them. Read More
Beyond the weather forecast: 5 ways UW satellite technology helps save lives
The University of Wisconsin–Madison may be the birthplace of satellite meteorology, but scientists on campus have never stopped developing new ways for space-based instruments to protect and improve the lives of people back on Earth. Read More
UW–Madison prepares for possible federal shutdown
A federal government shutdown may affect university research operations, though its implications depend largely on the length and the corresponding guidance provided by federal agencies. Read More
NIH funding drives life-saving innovation and economic impact in Wisconsin. University, biomedical and industry leaders issue call to protect it.
Chancellor Mnookin, Universities of Wisconsin, along with industry, university, hospital and health system partners reinforced the importance of NIH funding during a news conference at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health. Read More
Mnookin, Isbell: Amid uncertainty, a commitment to our mission
We write to provide some updates on recent activity at the federal level and ways we, along with other UW–Madison leaders, continue to assess the implications of these actions and respond across multiple levels. Read More
First plasma marks major milestone in UW–Madison fusion energy research
The fusion energy device known as WHAM transitioned to operations mode this week, marking a major milestone for the yearslong research project that’s received support from the U.S. Department of Energy. Read More
Federal funds awarded for biohealth, with UW–Madison leading the way
The U.S. Economic Development Administration has announced $49 million in Phase 2 funding to the Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub, a groundbreaking initiative set to drive transformative medical innovation, workforce development and critical job growth across Wisconsin. Read More
UW–Madison and Sandia National Laboratories expand strategic partnership
UW–Madison’s science and engineering capabilities and history of partnerships make it a principal research center for topics of national security importance, such as quantum science and climate change. Read More
New federal spending bills to boost UW–Madison research initiatives
The bills’ passage allows campus to continue research in several high-demand areas, including the social and economic vitality of rural communities and next-generation energy development. Read More
David Bagby now leading UW–Madison federal relations
David Bagby, a 14-year veteran of Capitol Hill, is the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s new director of federal relations. Read More
With $15M boost from U.S. Navy, engineers will help detect, prevent traumatic brain injuries
The initiative’s researchers work closely with industry partners to rapidly translate fundamental scientific discoveries from the lab into next-generation consumer products that will protect the brain from injury. Read More
UW–Madison hosts secretary of Veterans Affairs, highlights student veterans’ experience
In a visit to UW–Madison, Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough met with Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin and a roundtable of 11 student veterans and staff members, with a focus on how best to support UW's more than 2,000 military-connected students. Read More
Lab-grown retinal eye cells make successful connections, open door for clinical trials to treat blindness
The most common retinal cell types forming synapses were photoreceptors – rods and cones – which are lost in diseases like retinitis pigmentosa and age-related macular degeneration, as well as in certain eye injuries. Read More
With $9.3 million investment, UW–Madison will establish the Wisconsin Rural Partnership
Through research, outreach activities and partnership development, the effort will address the unique challenges facing rural communities Read More
UW–Madison, U.S. Army announce partnership on environmental issues
UW–Madison and the U.S. Army will launch a two-year pilot program to work collaboratively on training, consultation and resources for environmental-related issues. Read More
UW–Madison’s Michael Morgan confirmed as assistant secretary in the Department of Commerce
As deputy administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Morgan will be responsible for providing agency-wide direction regarding weather, water, climate and ocean observations and the process of converting observations to predictions for environmental threats. Read More
Senate committee staff visit campus
Staff members from a U.S. Senate committee toured UW to learn how federal funds support UW research to genetically improve hemp, keep meat products safe, provide educational pathway for members of Wisconsin’s Tribal Nations, breed better varieties of fruits and vegetables, and encourage more entrepreneurship in the dairy industry. Read More