College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
The Dangerous Brew of Politics and Water
Often political decisions, not scientific reasoning, determines the fate of natural resources, the environment or other key resources., Veronica Herrera says.
Ticking Biological Clock: Migratory Birds Arriving Late to Breeding Grounds
A growing shift in the onset of spring has left nine of 48 species of songbirds studied unable to reach their northern breeding grounds at the calendar marks critical for producing the next generation of fledglings, according to a new paper in Nature Scientific Reports.
Journalism Professor Relishes Supporting Role in Popular Podcast
“Hopefully it creates some excitement about journalism, and shows that the reports of its demise are greatly exaggerated," says Michael Stanton, associate professor of journalism, about the podcast "Crimetown," set in Providence, R.I.
The Veins in Your Brain Don’t All Act the Same
UConn researchers, including undergraduate students, have discovered that the blood vessels in one part of the brain act differently than elsewhere in the body, in order to keep us breathing.
Sights and Sounds of Commencement 2017
More than 9,000 degrees – both undergraduate and graduate – will be awarded this year, which is the highest number of degrees conferred at UConn in the University's 136-year history.
Op-ed: What Makes Kim Jong Un Tick?
'History tells us that to influence Kim, we must empathize (note: not sympathize) with him,' says political science professor Stephen Dyson.
Student Photographer Covers NASA Rocket Launch
Environmental science major Rafeed Hussain ’17 (CLAS) was selected as one of 20 members of the public to cover the launch of a NASA rocket to the International Space Station on social media.
Weight-Based Teasing Has Long-Term Impact
Adolescents who are teased about their weight are more likely to have weight-related health consequences as adults, according to a new study.
Seven Faculty Receive NSF CAREER Awards for Research, Education
Seven faculty members have received highly competitive early career awards from the National Science Foundation to support their research. Two more were recognized by the Office of Naval Research.
Patrick Hogan Named Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor
Hogan, a professor of English in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, is an influential writer who specializes in literary universals and the relations between narrative and emotion.