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Hannah Collins and Larissa Tabb evaluate the lab tanks to check on degradation progress.

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

Hayley Segar pitches to the judges on "Shark Tank"

Alum Hayley Segar Wows ‘Shark Tank’ Judges, Lands a Deal with Two of Them

'To be successful on "Shark Tank" is so incredibly validating'

An aerial view of the UConn Storrs campus as it snows

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'

Students working with tomato plants

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

UConn neuroscientist Ed Large speaks at the Music Has Power Symposium in New York.

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

Woman breaking open fresh eggs into white bowl, preparing ingredients for baking

Undergraduate Researcher Studying Homemaker Influencers

Project looks at whether 'tradwife' content can set back feminist gains in society

Mental health support group

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

Bacteria in between red blood cells

Sepsis, or Death By Lethal Message

If scientists understand what causes this deadly cellular message chain, they might be able to stop it

Angelina Gadeliya, assistant professor in residence of piano and coordinator of keyboard studies program at UConn, plays the Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts' new 2024 Steinway Model D concert grand piano

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'

Photo of the first ESPN College GameDay with a blue duotone overlay

UConn Firsts: ESPN College GameDay

ESPN’s College GameDay made its basketball debut 20 years ago right here on the Storrs campus