College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
The Horse Bit and Bridle Kicked Off Ancient Empires: A New Giant Dataset Tracks the Societal Factors that Drove Military Technology
Within this cascade of innovation we see the origins of the world’s first megaempires, as well as the rise world religions practiced by billions of people today
October 29, 2021 | Peter Turchin, Professor of Evolutionary Anthropology
Akiko Nishiyama Explains the Many Strengths of a Degree in Physiology and Neurobiology
The new department head of physiology and neurobiology combines her background in medical training and scholarly research to lead students into the future of biomedical research.
October 26, 2021 | Amanda Song
When Galaxies Collide: UConn Astrophysicist Investigating Supermassive Black Hole Mergers
Chiara Mingarelli is working to prove the existence of supermassive black hole mergers through a project that will engage high school students in the research process
October 25, 2021 | Anna Zarra Aldrich '20 (CLAS), Office of the Vice President for Research
UConn Faculty, Staff, Students and Alumni Honored by NAACP
UConn will be well represented when the Connecticut NAACP branches play host to a reception to honor the “100 Most Influential Blacks in the State of Connecticut.”
October 22, 2021 | Mike Enright '88 (CLAS), University Communications
Meet the Researcher: Joseph Vazquez, CLAS
Joseph Vazquez is committed to conducting research that has a positive impact on the communities he works with.
October 21, 2021 | Anna Zarra Aldrich '20 (CLAS), Office of the Vice President for Research
Provost’s Outstanding Service Award Recognizes Faculty in College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
The award honors faculty whose volunteer service is exemplary in enhancing the University's mission in teaching, research, service, or engagement
October 19, 2021 | Kristi Henderson
Startup Strives to Simplify Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Reduce Toxic Waste
A molecular 'Wiffle Ball' that could add up to huge savings for the pharmaceutical industry
October 19, 2021 | Claire Hall
Biden Visit Emphasizes Intersection of Human Rights Scholarship, Activism, and Policy Making
The President of the United States visited Storrs for the dedication of The Dodd Center for Human Rights
October 15, 2021 | Elaina Hancock
Mohamad Alkadry Inducted into National Academy of Public Administration
The professor and department head of public policy joins some 940 current fellows in the national association.
October 14, 2021 | Amanda Song
Rare Form of Autism Exhales Secrets of Breathing
Research that could one day mean a sigh of relief for sufferers of a rare syndrome
October 13, 2021 | Kim Krieger