Schools & Colleges
Six UConn Faculty Win NSF CAREER Awards
Four women are among six UConn scientists to receive the prestigious awards, which support early-career faculty in research and teaching.
UConn Researchers Say Super-Strong Concrete Could Be a Fix for Nation’s Bridge Problems
Standing in a laboratory packed with various scientific instruments, University of Connecticut engineering professor Arash Zaghi gestured to three steel beams, modest in appearance where they sit under the large and brightly-painted hydraulic-powered machine capable of applying weights of up to 275 tons.
Research team studies water quality and its effects on plant health and irrigation efficiency
With the country’s changing water needs and landscape, concerns are growing about the adequate supply of fresh water available to many areas of the nation. Agriculture is one of the largest users of water resources, specifically for crop irrigation. Rosa Raudales, assistant professor in the Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture, has received a […]
Kidding Aside, Chronic Pain Affects All Ages
A UConn behavioral psychologist says parents can affect how a child experiences pain, so it's important to include them in the treatment plan.
The Economics of Political Change in India
To measure the effectiveness of government policies in developing countries, use economics, says economist Nishith Prakash.
Florida Real Estate Investor Donates Scholarship
Hoping to give back to UConn for giving him a strong grounding in his business, Jeffrey R. Talbot recently decided to endow a scholarship at the UConn School of Business.
The Gift of Persuasion
UConn Professor and President Emeritus Philip Austin Says Uniting People Is Vital Skill for Young Business Leaders
‘I’ll Be a Husky Forever’
For fans of UConn women’s basketball player Morgan Tuck '16, the moment that brought tears to their eyes happened with less than two minutes remaining in the Husky’s NCAA Championship game.
UConn Led Travel Survey will give state decision makers updated information
A new travel study being conducted by UConn faculty will provide data for the state travel model, updating decades-old information.
Intuition, Measuring, Math Underlie Artist’s Work
Minimalist Jong Oh tailors his installations to the exhibition space. His work is on display at the Contemporary Art Galleries.