Research & Discovery
UConn Researcher Develops Environmentally, Economically Friendly Turf Grass Varieties
These genetically improved grasses have reduced mowing, fertilizer, and irrigation needs, reducing lawn grasses' impact on the environment and producing financial savings
Study Finds Strong Interest in Injectable PrEP for Understudied Malaysian Population
This novel study explored an understudied group and assessed their interest in a new injectable form of pre-exposure prophylaxis
UConn Researchers Take a More Innovative Approach to Investigating Inequity in Parks
'While many studies looked at these topics at the city level, I was able to explore the local patterns within the city, not just talk about the fact that there is unequal access to parks, but I was able to identify neighborhoods that should be improved'
E-Corps: Building Skills and Bolstering Environmental Efforts Across Connecticut
A report shows the Environmental Corps (E-Corps) program has a lasting and transformative impact on students
Heat is the Top Cause of Exertion-Related Injuries and Fatalities for Laborers
This study is one of the first of its kind to evaluate exertion-related injuries and fatalities from work-related activities
UConn, Yale Push Connecticut to Quantum Reality
The state’s two premiere research universities are answering NSF’s call to catalyze regional economic and societal well-being through technological innovation.
UConn Researcher Explores Impact of Recreational Homes on Agricultural Land Use
Research from agricultural economists explores why some farm land goes idle
Neag School Honors Faculty, Staff, and Students With 2023 Annual Awards
The Dean’s Office solicited nominations earlier in the spring for the Neag School's annual awards recognizing research, teaching, and service.
SPARKing Invention: Internal Funding Program Celebrates Advancements
A cohort of awardees have formed a supportive community as they bring life-changing technology to the marketplace
The Exciting Possibilities of Tiny, Twisted Superconductors
'The twist is essentially determining the properties, and funnily enough, it gives you some very unexpected properties'