Technology paves way for non-invasive breast cancer treatment
The new system uses MRI to locate and target the breast tumor, then high-intensity focused ultrasound heats the tissue and kills the cancer.
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Ethical considerations for human remains
No federal legislation exists regarding the ethical treatment of non-Native American ancestors held by institutions. Anthropologists explored the ethical problems and opportunities for people responsible for the deceased, and the descendants they represent.
Read MoreWilkes Climate Summit 2023
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The inaugural two-day gathering brings together people, science and innovation to accelerate climate solutions, and finalists for the historic $1.5 million Wilkes Center Climate Prize at the University of Utah.
Read MoreLissy Coley elected to National Academy of Sciences
This year, Coley is the sole U faculty member to receive the honor and joins the 17 other U researchers who are currently members.
Read MoreDana Carroll receives 2023 Rosenblatt Prize
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Over his 48-year career at the University of Utah, Dana Carroll has built an exceptional record as a researcher, educator, mentor and leader and, as several nominators acknowledged, is regarded as the “father of the gene-editing revolution.”
Read MoreAurora borealis caught on video
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On April 23, a huge burst from the sun’s surface caused aurora borealis to fill Utah’s skies. Paul Ricketts caught the rare event on video.
Read MoreWelcome, Edén Cortés-López
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Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion welcomes Edén Cortés-López in a new partnership with the College of Education.
Read MoreDigital Health Initiative could lead to reliable health apps
Seven U of U Health projects have received seed grants funded by the Digital Health Initiative. The grants are designed to produce safer and more effective digital tools than are currently available.
Read More2023-24 ‘Best Graduate Schools’
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New rankings from U.S. News & World Report are out—see how the U ranked in the 2023-24 “Best Graduate Schools.”
Read MoreDirty downpour
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A storm left people’s cars and clothes covered in muddy residue. The culprit was dust. McKenzie Skiles, assistant professor of geography, explained how it happened.
Read MoreNigerian scholar visits the U to level up research administration
Iyiola Olatunji Mukaila was hard-pressed to decide if the freshly fallen snow or the research administration tools across campus were more impressive.
Read MoreA living laboratory: The Earth & Environmental Science Major
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The new interdisciplinary degree enables students to study the interconnected nature of Earth systems.
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