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Wisconsin scientists develop quick botox test
Scientists at UW–Madison have developed a pair of rapid-fire tests for botulinum toxin, a feat that could underpin new technologies to thwart bioterrorism and spur the development of agents to blunt the toxic action of the world's most poisonous substance.
Original music honors memorial library’s 50th anniversary
The Memorial Library will premiere five original musical compositions with a theme of libraries and librarians this Monday, Sept. 27, at 4:30 p.m. in the Petrovich Reading Room, 212 Memorial Library. This original music has been commissioned by the Mills Music Library to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Memorial Library.
New center examines nanotechnology
A new kind of science is revolutionizing technology, and UW–Madison just received more than $13 million to harness its potential during the next five years.
Students of color to make Career Links with alumni
Students of color attending UW–Madison will get a glimpse of the "real world" as they interact with alumni at the 2004 Career Links reception on Thursday, Sept. 30.
Nobelist to address issue of science and election politics
Peter Agre, professor of biological chemistry at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and a Nobel Prize winner, will lecture on “Science Policy and the 2004 Election”on Wednesday, Sept. 29.
Seminar focuses on higher-education ethics
The ethical complexities of administrative decision-making in a higher-education setting will be the topic of a two-session course at the Pyle Center, 702 Langdon St., on Thursday, Sept. 30, and Thursday, Oct. 7.
Talk focuses on women’s role in rural economic growth
A presentation on the status of women and economic development in rural Wisconsin will be held Thursday, Sept. 23.
Fluno Center to host U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute
The Fluno Center on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus has been named host of one of the United States Chamber of Commerce's Institute for Organization Management programs beginning in 2005. This annual program will be held for one week in June and attracts nearly 200 association and chamber of commerce professionals from throughout the United States.
‘Fossil genes’ reveal how life sheds form and function
Reading the fossil record, a paleontologist can peer into evolutionary history and see the surface features that plants and animals and, occasionally, microbes have left behind. Now, scouring the genome of a Japanese yeast, scientists have found a trackway of fossil genes in the making, providing a rare look at how an organism, in response to the demands of its environment, has changed its inner chemistry and lost the ability to metabolize a key sugar.
Avant-garde filmmaker, dancer to speak
Yvonne Rainer, contemporary dance pioneer and co-founder of the Judson Dance Theatre, will speak at the Dance Program's Friday Forum on Sept. 24, at 3:30 p.m. in Lathrop Hall.
UW System costs audited
Recommendations contained in an audit of University of Wisconsin System administrative costs and staffing were embraced by UW System President Kevin Reilly, despite concerns about how auditors arrived at some of their findings.
Distinguished Lecture Series announced
The 2004-05 Distinguished Lecture Series will kick off Oct. 27. The series is designed to give students the chance to invite provocative speakers to campus, manage and promote their appearances, and get to know them up close and personally.
Keyboard conversations slated
Acclaimed pianist Jeffrey Siegel will open his four-part 2004-05 Keyboard Conversations series on Tuesday, Sept. 28.
Logo competition announced
The Global Studies program has announced a design competition for a logo that captures the program's international dimension as well as its academic mission, and is adaptable to a variety of use. A $500 prize will be awarded to the winning artist.
Conference to explore high and popular culture
The very symbiotic relationship between haute and popular culture will be examined at a two-day conference on Thursday and Friday, Sept. 30 and Oct. 1.
Academic Staff Week show uses opportunities to learn, have fun
From art discussions to merengue instructions, events during the School of Education's Academic Staff Week, Monday, Sept. 27-Friday, Oct. 1, will showcase the diverse talents of academic staff members.
African Studies seminars announced
The African Studies Program has announced its series of Sandwich Seminars for the fall semester.