Research & Discovery
Army Ants March into New Exhibition
'The majority of the guests are microscopic. Since we couldn't scale the exhibit's visitors down, our solution was to scale the army ants and their guests up.'
Chili Pepper and Marijuana Calm the Gut
UConn Health researchers have found a connection between chili peppers and marijuana that could lead to new therapies for gastrointestinal disease.
Isolating Their Target
In a study today in the journal Nature Communications, UConn Health researchers identify defects that cause Angelman syndrome.
Series: Understanding and Responding to Climate Change
Across disciplines, UConn’s researchers are amassing a wealth of knowledge about climate change that will lead to greater understanding of its impact.
UConn Astronomer to Glimpse First Galaxies
A UConn professor specializing in the formation of the first galaxies is one of six researchers who will have the first chance to analyze data from four new international telescopes.
To Conserve Tropical Forests and Wildlife, Protect Rights of People Who Rely on Them
A UConn global environment expert argues that when countries protect the rights of local people and support their participation in the political process, they are better able to handle conflicts over the environment.
Research Vessel to Undergo Upgrade
In order to lengthen the ship and expand the space available for researchers, construction crews will carefully cut it in half, and then weld in the new section.
Parents Concerned About Unhealthy Food Marketing to Children
A new study shows that actions to demand improvements would be most welcomed in communities of color, where children are also exposed to greater amounts of unhealthy food marketing.
UConn Incubator Companies Raise $39.9 Million in 2016
The University’s Technology Incubation Program experienced record growth last year.
The New Game of Russian Roulette for Fire-Prone Ecosystems
The findings of a new study are a concern for fire-prone ecosystems, including those in the United States, Australia, and South Africa.