Arts and sciences combine in the creation of a community-based mural reflecting the hard sciences and human nature of art.
College of Mines and Earth Sciences
‘Walking in Beauty’
April 22, 2021
Explore UMFA’s ‘Black Refractions’ from home
March 8, 2021
This month’s exhibition-related programs are all available free online.
Mysterious magnetic fossils offer past climate clues
Feb. 1, 2021
New method preserves these rare samples for scientific analysis
Taking greenhouse gas analysis on the road, er, rails
December 17, 2020
One train-mounted air quality sensor can cover the same area as 30 stationary sensors.
Air pollution spikes reduce test scores
November 23, 2020
More frequent peak air pollution exposure was associated with reduced math and English language arts test scores for third graders in all primary public schools in Salt Lake County.
Science reveals secrets of a mummy’s portrait
November 20, 2020
Scientific analysis of an ancient portrait pigment reveals long-lost artistic details.
U partners with Taiwan universities for dual degree program
November 10, 2020
The agreement allows students studying geology or atmospheric science to concurrently earn degrees.
Revolutionizing science classrooms
September 24, 2020
Graduates of the U’s Master of Science for Secondary School Teachers program engage in intensive research to bring authentic science experiences to their students.
How U alumni helped invent the catalytic converter
September 21, 2020
The catalytic converter, which removes toxic gases from car exhaust, owes its invention partly to U alumni working at Corning Incorporated in the 1970s.
Insights into climate change during origin of dinosaurs
July 10, 2020
An international team reveals discoveries about an unusual time called the ‘Carnian Pluvial Episode.’