Research & Discovery
Puppets Get the Laser Treatment
Interdisciplinary collaboration between the Neag School and Ballard Institute goes high tech with the help of the UConn Tech Park, to the benefit of children across the state.
Professor Laurencin Publishes Breakthrough Report on Rotator Cuff Regeneration Treatment
CT Convergence Institute for Translation in Regenerative Engineering researchers identify new way to regenerate muscle that could help repair the damaged shoulders of millions of people every year.
Research finds Biomarkers in Older Adults with Late-Life Depression
Major depression in older adults is very common, disabling, and increases the risk of many diseases of aging including Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementias, cardiovascular and even mortality. Therefore, it constitutes a major public health issue, especially considering the growing number of older adults in the U.S. and worldwide.
Surprise Outcomes When Little Consumer Secrets Kept From Loved Ones
'Who knew that a secret chocolate stash could be good for your relationship?'
E-STEAM Ahead: CT High Schoolers to Become ‘Eco-Digital’ Storytellers Through Interdisciplinary Grant
An interdisciplinary group of UConn researchers is leading an effort to empower high school students to become "Eco-Digital" storytellers in their communities.
Early JWST Survey Sheds New Light on the First Galaxies
New images of very old galaxies
UConn Researcher Explores Power-Based Exercises for Improving Knee Pain
Through a $1.5 million grant from the Department of Defense, Neal Glaviano will investigate if incorporating power-based exercises into treatment will provide better long-term outcomes for people with patellofemoral pain
For Advance Drought Warning, Look to the Plants
UConn researchers find signals in vegetation can help forecast devastating 'flash' droughts
Removing Protein Makes Non-stick Arteries
Looking to make drugs more effective in combating heart disease
The Next Generation of Innovators and Problem-Solvers
TIP Innovation Fellows, Health Research students present their findings and make their pitches during Summer Research Day at UConn Health