More frequent peak air pollution exposure was associated with reduced math and English language arts test scores for third graders in all primary public schools in Salt Lake County.
News Releases
Air pollution spikes reduce test scores
November 23, 2020
Science reveals secrets of a mummy’s portrait
November 20, 2020
Scientific analysis of an ancient portrait pigment reveals long-lost artistic details.
The secret social lives of giant poisonous rats
Nov 19, 2020
The African crested rat’s fur is packed with a poison so lethal just a few miligrams can kill a human. Biologists confirmed where it gets its poison, and uncovered an unexpected social life.
Missing the radiological forest for the trees
November 18, 2020
Clear abnormalities can missed even by experienced radiologists if they’re looking for something else
Air pollution costs Utahns billions annually and shortens life expectancy by two years
November 18, 2020
New study reveals the cost of air pollution for Utahns’ health and pocketbooks
U named ‘Innovation and Economic Prosperity University’
November 18, 2020
The APLU designation recognizes universities that promote growth, innovation and economic development in their regions.
U to speed process of bringing new therapeutics to patients
November 18, 2020
The Huntsman Cancer Institute, College of Pharmacy and PIVOT Center have established the University of Utah Therapeutic Accelerator Hub to eliminate hurdles in translating lab discoveries into new drugs.
Community helps scientists evaluate wildfire smoke forecasts
November 17, 2020
Community air quality sensors help scientists improve forecasts of smoke in the air during wildfires.
Air pollution’s effects on homeless populations
November 13, 2020
Whether or not they reside in shelters, people without housing are impacted by Utah’s air quality.
Heroes in our midst
November 10, 2020
The U honored 11 Utah veterans with a tribute video for the 23rd annual Veterans Day event during the pandemic.