Earliest interbreeding event between ancient human populations discovered
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The new study goes back further than 23andme could have ever imagined.
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U research suggests public safety risks in bail reform
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Discussions of reforming the bail system often turn to the question of public safety. Would people out on bail commit crimes? The answer appears to be yes.
Read MoreU of U Hospital launches rapid DNA testing of critically ill newborns for faster diagnosis, better treatment
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A pilot project at University of Utah Health aims to quickly detect genetic disorders among newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).
Read MorePolymers to the rescue! Saving cells from damaging ice
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New research by University of Utah chemists provides the foundation to design efficient polymers that can prevent the growth of ice that damages cells.
Read MoreDiscovery paves path forward in the fight against the deadliest form of malaria
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Scientists have identified how cerebral malaria, a deadly form of the tropical disease, develops and have defined a potential drug target toward alleviating this condition for which few targeted treatments are available.
Read MoreWhy males pack a powerful punch
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Elk have antlers. Rams have horns. In the animal kingdom, males develop specialized weapons for competition when winning a fight is critical. Humans do too, according to new research.
Read MoreAddressing Utah’s teacher shortage
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The U’s University Neighborhood Partners is helping grow and stabilize the K-12 teacher workforce in Utah by investing in paraeducators.
Read MoreTaking action to improve air quality
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“The Utah Roadmap” outlines a Utah approach to reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.
Read MoreNew HOPE scholarship will support more first-generation students
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Eligible students will receive up to $7,000 per academic year.
Read MoreUniversity of Utah announces new chief sustainability officer
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Kerry Case will begin in early March 2020.
Read MoreResponse to UnsafeU petition
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A response to the petition was shared with the group’s representatives and is being shared here in the interest of transparency.
Read MoreUniversity of Utah appoints first chief safety officer to lead campus-wide improvements
Marlon C. Lynch will serve as the university’s first chief safety officer.
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