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Government-funded Research Increasingly Fuels Innovation
A quantitative analysis going back over a period of more than 90 years shows that almost a third of patents in the U.S. rely on federal research funding.
Sickle Cell Drug Showing Promise in Clinical Trial
In early clinical trial data, the experimental drug has shown promise for impacting important biological markers in the red and white blood cells of sickle cell patients.
Op-ed: When did GMO Become a Dirty Word?
The medical, agricultural, and environmental fields all have GMO products, writes Stacey Stearns of UConn Extension.
UConn Students and Alumni Honored by Fulbright Program
The Fulbright student recipients were awarded grants to travel for study and research in South Korea, Guatemala, Turkey, the E.U., India, Brazil, and Jordan.
Substance Abuse Seen Among LGBTQ Victims of Weight Bullying
Weight-based victimization among LGBTQ youth is associated with increased odds of binge drinking, alcohol, marijuana, and cigarette use, says a new UConn study.
Female Student Entrepreneurs Share Tips for Success
Aspiring entrepreneurs from Miss Porter's School came to campus on Wednesday to learn from UConn undergraduate entrepreneurs.
Law Students Make a Case for Asylum
The Asylum and Human Rights Clinic at UConn Law has handled more than 125 cases in a 15-year period. Typically, 20 law students participate in the intensive program each year.
UConn Partners on State Homeless Prevention Initiative
Researchers from the School of Social Work will assess Connecticut's homeless response system based on data and interviews with the families.
Staff, Groups Honored for Outstanding Student Support
The Division of Student Affairs recently recognized staff and groups for their contributions to student life at UConn.
An Evolutionary Rescue in Polluted Waters
A new study shows how a species of fish in polluted waters was able to adapt to what would normally be lethal levels of toxins for most other species.