Research & Discovery
Now Endangered: The Very Act That Protects Wildlife
Business interests do not currently figure into decisions about listing species under the Endangered Species Act, but new rules could change that. What role does economics play in wildlife decisions? Mark Urban of UConn, explains.
UConn Receives Eight Early Career Awards from NSF
The National Science Foundation’s most coveted award for early career researchers was given to scientists in chemistry, math, physics, statistics and engineering.
Startup Central: Inside UConn’s Technology Incubation Program
A photo tour of UConn's Technology Incubation Program, where the University is helping innovative start-ups launch and succeed.
Video Gaming May Reduce Depression in Older Adults
UConn School of Medicine and UConn Center on Aging are testing the power of computerized video games to improve depression in older adults. The researchers and patients are already seeing its benefits.
National Report Card Rates States’ Safety Policies for H.S. Athletes
Now leading the nation in high school athlete safety, New Jersey is among 16 states that adopted new policies in the past year, says the latest data from the Korey Stringer Institute.
Walnuts Show Protection Against Ulcerative Colitis in Early Study
Through their complex array of natural compounds and phytochemicals, walnuts provide a multitude of health benefits. A new study says protection against ulcerative colitis may be on that list.
Medical Mistrust Impacts African American Men’s Preventive Health, But Racism Also Matters
"Delays in preventive health screenings are not just due to lack of health insurance and access to health care. Medical mistrust is a big factor deterring African American men from seeking care,” says Dr. Wizdom Powell of UConn Health.
The Value of the So-Called ‘Token’ Woman
Observations of all-male military tactical teams reveal that adding a woman — and acting on her ideas — consistently leads to more expedient solutions of complex problems.
One-Stop Cell Simulation Shop
UConn Health’s Leslie M. Loew, professor of cell biology and computer science and engineering, has received $1.3 million from the National Institutes of Health to maintain and improve a project that has been aiding international cell biology research for 21 years.
Humans Altered the Genetic Make-up of a Species Through Fishing
Scientists have long suspected that rapid evolutionary change in fish caused by intense harvest pressure is the reason commercial fish have grown slower and matured earlier. Now, they have proof.