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Moving Beyond Implications Conference Grows in Third Year
The 3rd annual Moving Beyond Implications: Research into Policy conference sought to foster dialogue between researchers and state policymakers
Study Highlights Food Sustainability Initiatives in CT Schools
The study found that 98% of schools reported sometimes or always purchasing local produce, while 91% purchase local dairy
Study Underscores Role of Sleep in Reducing Toll of Social Adversity on Breast Cancer Survivors’ Health
Identifying factors that support recovery and well-being for survivors
InCHIP Workshop Guides Researchers on Writing Foundation Grants
Despite shifts in federal funding priorities that have created an uncertain funding environment, research at UConn continues to move forward. InCHIP's latest workshop helps researchers pivot to foundation funding opportunities.
Toxic Dust Reshapes the Lung Microbiome
A study led by UConn mycologist Mia Maltz demonstrated that breathing in the dust from the Salton Sea, a highly polluted lake in California, can reshape the microscopic world inside our lungs
Training Program Delivers Resources to Reduce Social Isolation Among Seniors
Social isolation is a growing health concern that disproportionately impacts older adults. Researchers at UConn, Johns Hopkins University, and Brown University have designed cost-effective resources to reduce it
One Collapse. Countless Saves.
Can we stop deadly heat in its tracks with ice and science?
Finding Presence: Using Mindfulness to Transform Social Work Education at UConn
"Social workers carry the world’s challenges on their shoulders," says Associate Professor and course instructor Caitlin Elsaesser. "By practicing mindfulness—an energy of awareness—we nurture the presence and compassion that make transformative healing and advocacy possible."
Power of the Pause Celebrates Menopause Equity, Joy and Community
Hundreds from Across Connecticut Gathered for the Free Community Event Hosted by the UConn Health Disparities Institute
Better Hydration May Lead to Better Sleep
Sleep quantity and quality were both evaluated as part of the study