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What we’re still learning about how trees grow

Fundamental questions remain about what factors limit tree growth. A new study may hold answers.

University of Utah and Ivory Family launch innovative partnership

Ivory University House’s new funding model to provide student housing and support for generations.

Campaign reduces car idling at two elementary schools

Air monitoring also found variation in air pollution levels between the schools’ playgrounds and the pick-up/drop-off lines.

Climate change induced refugee crisis, chronic war, in ancient Peru

Their findings suggest that climate change has the potential to harm all populations, either directly or indirectly, through destabilization and refugee crises.

Age and high BMI associated with sperm cell irregularities

New research suggests that abnormalities associated with aging sperm cells might be exacerbated by elevated body mass index.

Insulin access, social networks help people with diabetes

Michelle Litchman aims to make living with diabetes easier by driving health policy, researching black market insulin and developing and hosting one-day boot camps.

Post-Roe, millions will travel farther for abortion care

State-level legislation that restricts abortions would create “abortion care deserts” that primarily impact people of color and those in poverty.

 
Campus Events

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 
March with the U in the Utah Pride Parade

Participants will receive a free Utah Pride T-shirt!


Free garden admission for full-time U staff

Red Butte Garden is pleased to offer free garden admission to all full-time staff at the University of Utah beginning June 1, 2022. Just show your UCard at the front desk.


HELIX construction closure for May 21

Mario Capecchi Drive will be closed during the bridge installation.


Mindfulness Center summer 2022 programing

The Mindfulness Center programs are open to all students, faculty and staff of the U community and are free, available in person and registration may be required to attend.


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Campus Events

CAMPUS HAPPENINGS

Resilience in the wake of disaster

An interdisciplinary team of students from the U was recognized by the U.S. Department of Energy and its Building Technologies Office.

Personally identifiable information doesn’t belong in your email

PII includes such stand-alone elements as a full Social Security number or passport number.

Humans of the U: Robert Olsen

“I hope to complete my 83-year-old marathon this summer.”

Population Health Scholars Program a cause for celebration

Population health addresses factors that can lead to illness and injury and works to prevent them.

 
Campus Events

CAMPUS EVENTS

 
MAY
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Third Saturday for Families: Pattern Art
 
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