Beat the heat
University of Utah engineers develop a chip that converts wasted heat into usable energy.
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Reversing prediabetes in mice
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Results highlight a potential diabetes drug target and role for lowering total ceramides in the body.
Read MoreA major merger
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The U’s departments of Materials Science and Engineering and Metallurgical Engineering recently merged into a single academic unit.
Read MoreNot a bunch of ‘croc’
U scientists have found that multiple ancient groups—including relatives of crocodiles and alligators—were not the carnivores we know today, but veggie eaters.
Read MoreHow trees affect the weather
New research led by U biologists finds that some plants and trees’ water use can make droughts more intense.
Read MoreFewer males born during periods of stress
Research shows fewer male babies are born in the U.S. during periods of environmental and ecological stress—a pattern referred to as male-biased fetal attrition or male-biased fetal loss.
Read More‘Alien’ bird invasions
Research shows location is the biggest factor in successful “alien” bird invasions—which are also seen as negatively impacting native species.
Read MoreA warning for the future?
Research shows disruptions rippled out from climate change in South America.
Read MoreHimalayan glaciers’ melting has doubled
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Rising temperatures has accelerated the melting of this huge region dramatically since the start of the 21st century.
Read MoreHumans of the U: Kristen Carter
Although challenging at times, returning to school at the U feels like coming home.
Read MoreA forest ‘glow’
Researchers use fluorescence as a proxy to track photosynthesis in evergreen forests.
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