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UConn Researchers Partner with Bioplastics Company to Examine Biodegradable Plastics
A study led by marine sciences Ph.D. student Hannah Collins found that Novamont’s Mater-Bi, a starch-based polymer, degraded significantly faster than traditional plastics—showing promise for reducing marine pollution
January 28, 2025 | Sarah Al-Arshani
Alum Hayley Segar Wows ‘Shark Tank’ Judges, Lands a Deal with Two of Them
'To be successful on "Shark Tank" is so incredibly validating'
January 27, 2025 | Claire Hall
Moral Courage Network Founder to Visit UConn for Metanoia Program
'A time for the University to come together and delve deeply into important topics and concerns'
January 27, 2025 | Stephanie Reitz
Sustainable Plant and Soil Systems Major Becomes Plant Science in 2025
With this change, the major name is more aligned with industry needs and for better understanding by prospective students
January 27, 2025 | Anna Zarra Aldrich, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
The Science of Music’s Healing Power
Ed Large's journey has taken him from playing bluegrass to helping Alzheimer's patients improve their memory
January 24, 2025 | Nora Broderick
Undergraduate Researcher Studying Homemaker Influencers
Project looks at whether 'tradwife' content can set back feminist gains in society
January 24, 2025 | Kimberly Phillips
UConn Extension’s Mental Health First Aid Training Offers Hope and Support
Mental Health First Aid Training administered by UConn Extension provides Connecticut residents with skills to help someone in need and take care of themselves as well
January 24, 2025 | Stacey Stearns, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources & UConn Extension
Sepsis, or Death By Lethal Message
If scientists understand what causes this deadly cellular message chain, they might be able to stop it
January 23, 2025 | Kim Krieger
Jorgensen Celebrates New Steinway Piano with Concert Featuring UConn’s Angelina Gadeliya
'We needed a piano that could cut through an orchestra and still have a beautiful, warm singing sound. That’s a lot to ask for in one piano'
January 23, 2025 | Kimberly Phillips
UConn Firsts: ESPN College GameDay
ESPN’s College GameDay made its basketball debut 20 years ago right here on the Storrs campus
January 23, 2025 | Mike Enright '88 (CLAS), University Communications