Research & Discovery
UConn Researchers Receive Patent for Diabetes-Sensing Breathalyzer
UConn VP for Research, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Radenka Maric and former graduate student Rishabh Jain recently received a patent for their breath sensor technology to detect various chronic diseases.
Meet the Researcher: Raman Bahal, School of Pharmacy
Raman Bahal explores research that he hopes to move "from bench to bedside," furthering treatments for patients in clinical settings.
UConn Library, School of Engineering to Expand Handwritten Text Recognition
The UConn Library and the School of Engineering are working to unlock handwritten works from history for contemporary scholars.
Neither Natural Nor Safe: Compounded Bioidentical Hormones Need Better Evidence
A category of hormone treatments often promoted as safe and "natural" need far more study and research to evaluate those claims, according to a UConn expert.
‘Evolution Makes the World Less Ragged’
Although evolution and ecological systems have long been distinct areas of study, UConn researchers say there's compelling evidence to suggest the two are closely connected.
Life-hack: Rituals Spell Anxiety Relief
Performing rituals can have measurable calming effects on people, according to new research.
UConn Professor Successfully Demonstrates Delivery of Microscopic Powerhouses to Liver in Animals
A groundbreaking experiment by a UConn researcher marks the first time mitochondria have ever been successfully introduced into specific cells in living animals.
Atomwise Partnership Enables UConn Researcher to Investigate COVID-19 Drug Target
Through a collaboration with Atomwise, UConn researcher James Cole is studying a coronavirus protein target for potential COVID-19 treatment.
UConn Researcher Invents Nanoparticle for Overcoming Leukemia Treatment Resistance
A UConn researcher has found that a commonly-used drug may be effective as a treatment for chemotherapy-resistant leukemia.
UConn, Army Research Lab Collaborate on New Portable, Renewable Energy Technology
New research from UConn and the US Army suggests a novel technology could have major implications for the generation of energy on small and large scales.