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Salamander Study May Change Scientific View of Importance of Evolution in Ecological Research
UConn biologist Mark Urban has published research on salamanders that details the eco-evolutionary processes that explain patterns of biodiversity.
UConn Researchers at Forefront of Genome Editing
The pioneering technology may lead to new treatments and cures for devastating conditions such as cancer and autism.
UConn Researchers Develop Some of the World’s Smallest Metallic Nanorods
The development could have a major technological impact in electronics, energy, and manufacturing.
Human-like Opponents Lead to More Aggression in Video Game Players, UConn Study Finds
Researchers measured gamers’ levels of verbal, cognitive, and physical aggression when battling both human-like and non-human opponents.
Class of 2013: Justin and Kristen Bandura, Future Lawyers
Siblings Justin '13 JD and Kristen '13 JD took different paths to law school but will each receive a law degree on the same day.
Hartford Students ‘Over the Moon’ After NASA Race
Six high school students competed in NASA’s Great Moonbuggy Race, with the help of UConn graduate STEM fellows.
Commencement Weekend 2013: The Numbers – and the Students – are Impressive
Nearly 8,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional diplomas have been awarded to the Class of '13.
Volunteer Firefighters Learn Professional Skills While Helping Out in the Community
Students volunteering with the Mansfield Fire Department learn to cope with the unexpected.
‘Ignite’ Giving Competition Raises $65,000 for Student Programs
Community Outreach Alternative Breaks was the winning team in the University’s first crowd-funded philanthropy competition.
Class of 2013: Jigish Patel, Future Teacher
After graduating as an Honors student with three majors, Jigish Patel ’13 (CLAS) will join Teach for America as a volunteer math teacher in Arkansas for two years.