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Home for the Holidays

This year, many of us can only be together in spirit – but that spirit is strong. UConn Pride brings us together, wherever we happen to be. Read more.

UConn Researcher Developing Rapid COVID-19 Testing

UConn researcher Bahram Javidi is developing a rapid, portable method of testing for COVID-19 that could be a boon to health care providers and patients alike. Read more.

Q&A: Home Genetic Testing

The multimillion-dollar at-home genetic testing industry has boomed in recent years. While learning more about your genetic makeup may seem harmless, UConn Health genetic counselor Connor Linehan warns of the pitfalls. Read more.

With “Rocket Fuel” Pilot Program, Werth Institute Sets Sights on Supporting First-Year Women Entrepreneurs

A new program launched by UConn's Werth Institute aims to empower undergraduate women to become innovators and entrepreneurs. Read more.

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UConn Management Professor: Workplace Interruptions Jeopardize Productivity

UConn management expert Nora Madjar says even seemingly small interruptions in the workplace can end up having negative effects on workers. Read more.

Avinoam Patt, Doris and Simon Konover Chair of Judaic Studies and director of the Center for Judaic Studies and Contemporary Jewish Life, leads a class on Modern Jewish Thought on October 17, 2019.

Brave Space: Avinoam Patt

Avinoam Patt, Doris and Simon Konover Chair of Judaic Studies and Director, Center for Judaic Studies and Contemporary Jewish Life, discusses the urgent relevance of lessons from the Holocaust for the contemporary world. Read more.

Schools and Colleges

OVPR Ph.D. candidates Tingting Li and André Beringhs win 2020 IPEC Americas Foundation Awards

CAHNR Statistician studies effects of weather and air pollution in transmission of COVID-19

CAHNR Meet undergraduate student Lydia McGrath

LAW On a Quiet Campus, Law School Facilities Team Keeps Moving

MED UConn Expert Chairs New National Asthma Guidelines Improving Patient Care

MED UConn Health Minute: Emphasizing Emphysema

MED National Awards for UConn Health Faculty

MED Podcast: Healing With Our Own Cells

NUR A Conversation with the School of Nursing’s Inaugural Coordinator of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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