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Cicadas’ arrival is music to artist’s ears
Jennifer Angus, a professor in the School of Human Ecology, has created "Magicicada" — an exhibit of her exquisite, ornamental patterns and imaginative vignettes using cicadas.
New policy and resources provide guidance and support for remote work
Many UW–Madison employees have been working remotely during the pandemic. Now, as campus reunites, a revised policy provides guidance for those seeking such flexibility in the future.
SuccessWorks awards internship grants to 41 students
With many internship positions unpaid or hosted in places with a high cost of living, many students face barriers to participating in these experiences. That's a gap SuccessWorks tries to bridge with awards up to $5,000.
Study identifies how lung cells sense chitin, an allergen in fungi and shellfish
The discovery solves one piece of the puzzle of the immune response to this common allergen — "something that the scientific community has been chasing for a long time."
Let the games begin: UW–Madison experts ready to talk Olympics
After being delayed a year by the pandemic, the world’s best athletes, including many with ties to UW–Madison, will compete in the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympic Games July 23 through Aug. 8.
Going green for the Bucks
Red is the primary color around here, but Bascom Hall went green to honor the Milwaukee Bucks winning the 2021 NBA Championship, with their victory over the Phoenix Suns.
Remembering Darrell Foster
"During these difficult times what has really been beautiful is the sharing of stories, his narrative, his impact, and allowing for laughter and tears during these conversations."
Research aims to give everyone a fair shot at accessing COVID-19 vaccines
A UW team's work will inform government and community groups’ efforts to address vaccine access and hesitancy, with the ultimate goal of increasing immunization rates.
Community Chats showcases work of One City Schools founder Kaleem Caire
UW–Madison Community Relations Director Brenda González talks with Caire about how he and his team are working to transform early childhood education in the United States, starting in Dane County.
Home Stretch: Giving people personal art experiences
Two UW–Madison professors came up with a project called Home Stretch, where people sign up to go to artist’s personal performances. The model reflects on the importance of human connection at this time.
Badger Talks program adds podcast to lineup of popular public discussion events
Host Ben Rush "is a master at casually, yet thoughtfully, presenting topics and experts who provide thought-provoking insights on topics important to listeners.”
UW named as inaugural site for National LGBTQ+ Health Care Fellowship Program
The American Medical Association Foundation initiative is aimed at transforming the health equity landscape for the LGBTQ+ community.
Chancellor message: Start of fall classes and Rosh Hashana
Chancellor Blank shares how the conflict arose, apologizes for the impact and explains what the university is doing in response.
A beautiful day to say thanks to employees
The weather was ideal on Tuesday, July 20, for the first of three employee appreciation events.
COVID questions: Booster shots, mixing vaccines
Is OK for me to get a booster vaccine shot? Can I take two different types of COVID-19 vaccine shots?
Innovative UW undiagnosed genetic disease clinic seeks to identify rare genetic conditions
It will be a vital local hub in a global community of experts dedicated to solving medical mysteries with state-of-the-art technologies for people whose conditions remain undiagnosed despite an extensive prior clinical workup.
Partnership awarded $3 million to address health disparities in Wisconsin
Examples could include identifying areas and populations that can benefit by focusing on maintaining healthy blood pressure, colorectal cancer screening, or depression screenings during pregnancy.
NFL awards UW researchers $4 million to study hamstring injuries
This award is part of the league’s multi-year effort to better understand and prevent lower extremity injuries, including strains to soft tissue such as hamstrings.
Study evaluates accuracy of tests for Bartonella infection in dogs
The results could help improve diagnostic techniques applicable to both companion animals and people, addressing “a big open question in veterinary medicine.”
Combining low-dose radiotherapy with immunotherapy eradicates metastatic cancer in mice
UW–Madison and University of Pittsburgh scientists report the method works even when the radiation is given in doses too low to destroy the cancer outright.