B.O.A.T. Brightest of All Time
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A gamma-ray burst so bright it “blinded” space telescopes and shook Earth’s atmosphere.
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Treating chronic pain with ultrasound
U researchers demonstrate potential of new technology that stimulates regions of the deep brain.
Read MoreUtah refugee teens build cosmic ray detectors
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Nearly 60 refugee students participated in InSPIRE, a program built from their cultures, languages and experiences to contribute to a worldwide project to measure cosmic ray activity on Earth.
Read MorePresident Randall announces $1 million service program
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“What’s exciting about this is it allows us to attract students that care about our community, that want to serve, that want to get engaged in building what we have here in Utah.”
Read MoreHunting an underground epidemic
Researchers are mapping where in Utah harbors the Valley fever fungus. The fungal infection spreads through spores in the soil and dust, and could be more widespread than anyone thought.
Read MoreUniversity of Utah launches Peak Water Sustainability Engine
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To increase research related to water, this hub is designed to support the development of water innovations and technology.
Read MoreDay of Collective Action highlights HBCU partnerships
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This year focused on partnerships with Historically White Institutions (HWIs) and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Read MoreNature Physics spotlights future of physics education
The March issue of Nature Physics, a premier academic publication, was all about education. Physics Education Research (PER) is a scientific field of study in which researchers collect and analyze data related to the learning environment. “Physics curricula and education systems have remained largely unchanged for decades, and much can be done to improve them,” […]
Read MoreHow artificial mucus illuminates tumor formation
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Highlighted at American Chemical Society conference, U engineering professor Jessica Kramer explores cancer biology via mucus developed at her “snot lab.”
Read More‘Dune’ sandworms: Fact vs fiction with a U worm wrangler
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Worm expert Michael Verner compares the Dune sandworms to their earthly counterparts. In a short video, he touches on their size, teeth, hunting methods and reveals the biggest worm in existence.
Read MoreEngage in the U’s Impact 2030 planning process
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Your input is invaluable as we shape the future of our university.
Read MoreTransforming lives: the U’s journey to prosperity in West Africa
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Explore the collaborative efforts and overarching vision of the new Center for Leadership, Innovation, and Prosperity.
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