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New Collaboration to Create World-Class Microscopy Center
UConn and scientific instrument maker FEI will create a center featuring some of the most advanced commercially available electron microscopes.
Money, Politics, and the American Public
Public concern about the influence of money on politics is nothing new. Roper Center researchers look into what they are willing to do about it.
Cybersecurity Contest Challenges Teams to Think Like a Hacker
A recent competition on campus demonstrated that those protecting the security of data need to be as ingenious as the hackers.
What You Should Know About UConn’s Ebola Preparedness
The University has had no suspected cases of Ebola and no quarantines, but has developed detailed contingency plans in the unlikely event of such an incident.
Going Too Far: The American Public’s Attitudes Toward Protest Movements
Demonstrations in Ferguson are the latest in a long history of American protests. Roper Center experts review public attitudes over the years toward this form of political engagement.
Men’s Soccer Head Coach Ray Reid Earns 400th Win
Reid earned his 400th career victory on Oct. 22, as the Huskies beat Temple 3-1.
Sustainable UConn
On Campus Sustainability Day, a roundup of sustainability news from the latest research, to student endeavors, and 'green' initiatives.
‘Green’ Lighting to be Installed at Gampel Pavilion
New energy-efficient lights to be installed this winter will drastically reduce energy consumption and costs at the arena.
The Public and Ebola: What the Polls Say
Roper Center researchers compare the public's response to Ebola to other health crises, such as SARS and H1N1.
Master Plan Presents 20-Year Vision for Storrs Campus
A comprehensive plan that will help shape the physical development of the Storrs campus for the next 20 years will soon be available for public review.