UW-Madison Holiday Gift Guide
When shopping for those on your holiday list this year, don’t forget the many amazing gifts UW–Madison has to offer. We’ve compiled a list of some of the products available for the holiday season.
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Former governor Doyle to teach at La Follette this spring
Former governor Jim Doyle will teach a spring class on the politics of state policy issues class at the La Follette School of Public Affairs.
Prematurity Awareness Month: Variation among preterm infants is the norm
Wisconsin Alumni Association honors Horicon native, now Silicon Valley leader, with Distinguished Alumni Award
Study shows possible link between asthma, cardiovascular disease
Asthma that requires daily medication is associated with a significantly higher risk of heart attack or stroke, according to a new study from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH).
UW sleep scientists win $7.7 million grant to study “local” sleep
The mystery of how some parts of some animals’ brains can sleep while they are awake – and whether the phenomenon occurs in humans — will be studied in depth thanks to a large center grant from the National Institutes of Health.
Ebola in Context: Emergency Response and Global Responsibility
Wednesday October 29, 2014, 7-8:30pm, Great Hall, Memorial Union (4th floor)
Can this democracy be saved? Experts weigh in
Sigma-Aldrich employees partner with SCIENCountErs program
To provide more opportunities for young people to engage in science, the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Nanoscale Science and Engineering Center (NSEC) and Institute for Chemical Education (ICE) have partnered on a wide range of science outreach programs. The effort was recently bolstered by a new three-year partnership with Sigma-Aldrich, a global life sciences and technology company based out of St. Louis, Missouri, with facilities in Madison and Milwaukee.
Researchers study role of cultural diversity awareness in biomedical mentoring
The nation needs a more diverse biomedical workforce. To help advance that goal, a team of University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers will assess whether cultural-diversity training of research mentors makes a positive difference for those they are mentoring in biomedical research.
Ironman to close many campus streets Sunday
The City of Madison is once again hosting the prestigious Ironman Wisconsin competition — the triathlon takes place on Sunday, September 7th, starting with the swimming portion of the competition at 7:00 a.m. in Lake Monona.
Football returns to Camp Randall: Plan ahead
It’s that time of year — Badger Football returns to Camp Randall Stadium! The UW-Madison Police Department is excited about another successful, safe year.
Nelson named UW CIO chief of staff
Don Nelson has been named chief of staff for the Office of Vice Provost for Information Technology and CIO at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Nelson has been the Director of State Relations for the UW for the past six years. – See more at: http://www.doit.wisc.edu/news/nelson-named-uw-cio-chief-staff/#sthash.8567EjlX.dpuf
Crime Alert: Police report sexual assault near 21 N. Park Street
On Friday, August 22 at approximately 1:30 a.m., a 21-year old woman was sexually assaulted by a stranger in an alleyway near 21 N. Park Street.
Helping communities prepare for climate change
Over the last several decades, Wisconsin has seen an increase in extreme weather and variability, and these conditions are likely to become more common in the years ahead. Scientists in the Nelson Institute Center for Climatic Research (CCR) project a sharp rise in average annual temperatures in coming decades – somewhere between 4 and 9 degrees Fahrenheit – spawning more frequent and intense storms, droughts and heat waves. These trends will challenge cities throughout the state.
Crime Alert: MPD investigating sexual assault
Event to spotlight 25th anniversary of Act 31, American Indian curriculum
Educators and a range of stakeholders from across the state are gathering in Madison on Tuesday, Aug. 19 for an event dedicated to celebrating the 25th anniversary of Wisconsin Act 31.
Workshop at UW Glass Lab sparks imagination of area middle school girls
When asked to share her thoughts about a recent art course hosted on the UW-Madison campus, a big smile came to the face of Lala Rivera. “There is only one word to say about this,” says Rivera, who will be entering sixth grade at Madison’s Sherman Middle School. “Awesome!”
Scientists find potential new target for prostate cancer treatment
A recent study conducted at the UW School of Veterinary Medicine has identified a molecular mechanism that enables prostate cancer cells to produce hormones that promote aggressive tumor growth, a finding that could lead to better treatments for the disease.
Verona Clinic’s ‘2020’ challenge encourages healthy lifestyles
A community health initiative recently piloted at the UW Health Verona Clinic has helped patients there eat better, exercise more, and live healthier lives.