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Report reveals a big dependence on freshwater fish for global food security
What is clear, the study authors say, is that society should safeguard freshwater ecosystems for the sake of both fish and people.
Family Weekend 2016
Badger parents take part in a Family Weekend resource fair Friday at the Gordon Dining and Event Center. Hosted by the UW–Madison Parent Program, the…
Berquam: Information on recent sexual assault cases
The following statement was shared by Dean of Students Lori Berquam on Friday, Oct. 21. Sexual violence is unacceptable in our campus and community. As dean…
UW botanist leads petition to give Venus flytrap endangered species protection
The plant faces multiple threats: habitat loss, diminished genetic diversity, predators and outbreaks of disease.
Paul Peercy, longtime engineering dean, passes away
Peercy focused on interdisciplinary experiences, innovations in teaching, and hands-on work that connected the technical aspects of engineering with real challenges facing society.
Study links changes in collagen to worse pancreatic cancer prognosis
The study reinforces growing evidence that collagen, which forms fibrous networks in skin, tendons and muscles, is intimately involved in several cancers.
Move over, solar: The next big renewable energy source could be at our feet
A UW–Madison team's inexpensive, simple method to make flooring from wood pulp converts footsteps into usable electricity.
Rise and shine
The first rays of the rising sun shine on Bascom Hall as a group of people gather on the Lincoln Terrace during a recent October morning. Red and white banners featuring the iconic W and the phrase “All Ways Forward” adorn the exterior columns. In the background is Van Hise Hall.
Faculty Senate approves academic calendar changes
The Faculty Senate has approved revisions to the Academic Calendar for academic years 2017 through 2021, including the creation of more predictable, even-length semesters of 69 days of instruction over 15 weeks. The summary period will also be shortened by one day and no exams will be held on the day of commencement.
Orange you red-y to see fall colors?
In Wisconsin, blink, and you might miss the beauty of fall. The third week of October should be peak fall colors for the Madison area, but we’re not procrastinators here at UW. Get a head start on fall foliage at these spots around town.
Madison startup advances three-in-one cancer drug rooted at UW
The first target for Co-D is angiosarcoma, a rare and lethal cancer that arises from blood vessels.
La Follette School’s Smeeding, others offer proposal for reducing child poverty in U.S.
The researchers estimate that the monthly allowance would reduce the child poverty rate by more than 40 percent and the rate of deep poverty among children by approximately 50 percent.
Debate experts at UW–Madison
The following University of Wisconsin–Madison experts are available to speak with reporters covering the third and final presidential debate, scheduled for 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 19.
Early voting on campus runs through Nov. 4
Time is running out to vote early if you don't want to wait until election day. One-stop registration and early voting are offered for Madison residents through Friday in the Student Activity Center from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and at Union South from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Buckthorn Baggie kills invasive trees without chemicals
The problem was simple: Buckthorn kept resprouting in Matthew Hamilton's backyard after he cut it back. His patent-pending cure annihilates the weed tree once and for all.
Opportunities for coverage at Wisconsin Science Festival
This tip sheet highlights coverage opportunities at the 2016 Wisconsin Science Festival, held Oct. 20-23.
Meningitis vaccines for students at the SERF continue today
Students 25 and under are urged to stop by the SERF and get the vaccine - it's fast, friendly and free.
Office of Quality Improvement wins award for facilitation
OQI serves as an internal consulting service providing services including strategic planning, project management, restructuring, process improvement and change management.
Focus on new faculty: Revel Sims
"As I learned more about the 'Wisconsin Idea' I came to realize that this mission fit closely with my own work and beliefs."
Beyond genes: Protein atlas scores nitrogen fixing duet
The massive atlas of plant and bacterial proteins is possibly the most exhaustive proteomic inventory of any kind to date.