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McCombs M.S. programs get new names

The McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin has announced the renaming of its Master of Science in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence program to emphasize the central role of emerging technologies in the curriculum. The new name highlights the technical rigor and AI integration that distinguish these...

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·DateAug 13, 2026
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Public health concern or misconduct? Study gauges views of hazing

A new study reveals that most American adults view hazing as harmful, but those who tolerate it also tend to minimize sexual violence. Researchers found that tolerance for hazing varies across groups, including those who have experienced hazing and parental status.

SourceUniversity of Mississippi·JournalPublic Health·DateMay 27, 2026

Legacy Investment boosts mental health education at University of Houston

The University of Houston is strengthening its behavioral health programs with a $1.6 million gift from IntraCare North Hospital, supporting social work and nursing scholarships. This investment addresses Texas' critical shortage of mental health professionals, enabling the next generation of experts to serve communities in need.

SourceUniversity of Houston·DateApr 6, 2026

University of Cincinnati announces new Center for Public Health

The University of Cincinnati has established a new Center for Public Health, led by Dr. Suzanne Judd, a renowned epidemiologist and expert in health disparities. The center aims to transform community health through innovative research, education, and strategic advocacy.

SourceUniversity of Cincinnati·DateApr 2, 2026
GoPro HERO13 Black

GoPro HERO13 Black records stabilized 5.3K video for instrument deployments, field notes, and outreach, even in harsh weather and underwater conditions.

Study challenges neo-liberal higher education model by revisiting Confucius’ dual ideals of the ideal individual and social order

A new framework proposes a Confucius-inspired approach to reimagining higher education, focusing on relational, contextualized, inward-calling, and unified practices. The study revisits foundational philosophy to address societal needs and challenges, highlighting the importance of self-cultivation and social order.

SourceECNU Review of Education·JournalECNU Review of Education·TypeContent analysis·DateMar 30, 2026
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter is a trusted meter for precise measurements during instrument integration, repairs, and field diagnostics.

Meta Quest 3 512GB

Meta Quest 3 512GB enables immersive mission planning, terrain rehearsal, and interactive STEM demos with high-resolution mixed-reality experiences.

Louisiana Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes, ECHO, Collaboration secures federal funding renewal

The Louisiana ECHO program, which focuses on pre-, peri- and postnatal outcomes, obesity, and other areas, will continue its efforts to expand access to clinical trials for Louisiana children. The grant renewal supports the collaboration between researchers from Pennington Biomedical and Ochsner Health System, as well as two free-stand...

SourcePennington Biomedical Research Center·DateNov 3, 2025
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.

The amount of time students spend on the school bus affects their academic engagement with the school, their classmates and their teachers

A study by Universitat Jaume I researchers found that long bus rides can lead to lower academic engagement among secondary and upper secondary students. The study, published in Revista de Educación, suggests that teachers can develop strategies to prevent disengagement by promoting positive attitudes and self-confidence.

SourceUniversitat Jaume I·TypeSurvey·DateNov 3, 2025

Uncovering language learning strategies for Japanese university students in STEM

Researchers developed a new tool to measure language learning strategies of Japanese university STEM students. The Strategy Inventory for Language Learning-STEM (SILL-JP/STEM) assesses six categories of learning strategies, revealing insights into students' behaviors, including underutilized affective strategies.

SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalCogent Education·TypeSurvey·DateSep 4, 2025

Study finds that white students visit college advisers the least, but benefit most in terms of graduation rates and GPA

A new study by NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development found that White students who don't meet with academic advisers have higher GPAs and graduation rates compared to nonwhite students and international students. Despite meeting with advisers more frequently, students of color received fewer benefits.

SourceNew York University·JournalEducational Researcher·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 28, 2025
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

The key to success: Why university startups don’t perform as well as corporate startups

A study by Professor Alex Coad found that university startup entrepreneurs lack the commercial acumen and autonomy needed for success, with a focus on societal impact rather than financial performance. This can be overcome with guidance, peer networks, and support institutions, enabling them to adapt to their entrepreneurial role.

SourceWaseda University·JournalThe Journal of Technology Transfer·TypeSystematic review·DateJul 28, 2025

Minister unveils first of its kind AI for Science Master's

The UK's first AI for Science Master's programme was launched by King's College London, focusing on interdisciplinary research and education. The programme aims to create a generation of AI-minds ready to tackle scientific challenges, with applications in areas such as biomedicine, chemistry, and materials science.

SourceKing's College London·DateJun 11, 2025
Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars

Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.

Student researchers put UTA on national stage

Student researchers from UTA present their original research at various conferences, including the American Chemistry Society conference and Pittcon Conference. This provides opportunities for them to network with professionals and potential employers, as well as gain hands-on experience in their field.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·DateMay 30, 2025

Inclusive peer support groups are expanding at US colleges, but stable funding is needed

A new study found that collegiate recovery programs with multiple funding sources served twice as many students, providing dedicated space and relapse management support. These programs offer inclusive All Recovery meetings, which provide a welcoming space for students on different recovery journeys to connect and heal.

SourceBoston University School of Public Health·JournalJournal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs·TypeSurvey·DateMay 7, 2025

ChatGPT vs students

A study by University of East Anglia compared 145 real student essays with 145 ChatGPT-generated ones, finding that AI essays were coherent but lacked engagement markers like questions and personal commentary. This reflects the limitations of AI in replicating human writing's conversational nuance.

SourceUniversity of East Anglia·JournalWritten Communication·TypeObservational study·DateApr 30, 2025

China’s insider trading crackdown is backfiring. Here’s why

A new study reveals that China's sell-by-plan mandate, aimed at preventing insider trading, has failed to stop executives from profiting from private information. Executives have found a way to plan their sales far in advance, allowing them to cash out before bad news breaks, undermining market fairness and eroding investor trust.

SourceVirginia Tech·JournalJournal of Accounting and Economics·DateApr 28, 2025
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock simplifies serious desks with 18 ports for high-speed storage, monitors, and instruments across Mac and PC setups.

UTA faculty earn top honors for research excellence

Three UTA faculty members, Kyrah Brown, Ben Jones, and J. Ping Liu, received top honors for their groundbreaking research contributions. Brown's interdisciplinary work focuses on reproductive and cardiac health among women, while Jones' research explores neutrinos to understand the universe's mysteries.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·DateApr 25, 2025

A new way of visualizing blood pressure data can help doctors better manage patients with hypertension

A new study from the University of Missouri highlights how 'smoothed' graphs can help doctors better manage patients with hypertension. The findings suggest that these graphs can reduce errors in assessing blood pressure control, potentially alleviating pressure on the healthcare system.

SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalJournal of General Internal Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 24, 2025

A common CEO pay strategy is stalling innovation, a new study reveals why

A new study by Virginia Tech researchers Jin Xu and Pengfei Ye finds that value-based stock grants can weaken executive motivation and limit corporate growth. The study analyzed thousands of U.S. firms from 2006-22, revealing that companies tying CEO compensation to a fixed dollar amount can unintentionally discourage executives from m...

SourceVirginia Tech·JournalJournal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis·DateApr 22, 2025
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.

Shining a light on age-related blindness

A new study from the University of Oklahoma is targeting cell communication in the hunt for therapies to slow macular degeneration. The research team is studying how cells in the retina communicate and whether the messages they send could be programmed to treat or slow AMD.

SourceUniversity of Oklahoma·DateApr 21, 2025

‘Cosmic radio’ could find dark matter in 15 years

Researchers at King's College London and Harvard University develop a detector that can identify axions, leading potential candidates for dark matter. The Axion Quasiparticle (AQ) technology has the potential to discover dark matter in five years with further development.

SourceKing's College London·JournalNature·DateApr 16, 2025

UTA professor explores healing power of music

Dr. Rhonda Winegar investigates the effectiveness of music therapy in supporting neurological care, including its ability to reduce anxiety and depression in Alzheimer's patients. Her research also highlights its potential to regulate heart rate and blood pressure, as well as improve motor function in individuals with Parkinson's disease.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·JournalThe Journal for Nurse Practitioners·TypeLiterature review·DateApr 16, 2025
Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition

Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition is a durable star atlas for planning sessions, identifying targets, and teaching celestial navigation.

Study shows how new antibody therapy works against ovarian cancer

Researchers have shed light on how a new type of antibody treatment works against ovarian cancer by reactivating patients' immune cells. The study shows that MOv18 IgE reverses the suppression of immune cells and induces them to kill cancer cells, providing new insights into this therapy.

SourceKing's College London·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 10, 2025

Perspectives on obesity management and the use of anti-obesity medicine

A new study found that both employed people with obesity and employer representatives acknowledge the impact of obesity on future health problems and perceive lifestyle change alongside anti-obesity medications as the most effective approach for maintaining weight-loss reduction. Cost of medication coverage remains a significant barrie...

SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalPopulation Health Management·TypeSurvey·DateApr 9, 2025
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount

Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount provides precise tracking capacity for deep-sky imaging rigs during long astrophotography sessions.

University of South Florida’s medical school ranked No. 1 in the state, among nation’s top tier by U.S. News & World Report

The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine has been named the top-ranked medical school in Florida and received a Tier 1 ranking from U.S. News & World Report, reflecting its world-class research and educational programs. The college's recent achievements include record-breaking $738 million in research funding and a significant increa...

SourceUniversity of South Florida·DateApr 8, 2025

Program takes aim at drinking, unsafe sex, and sexual assault on college campuses

A new prevention program has shown promise in reducing college students' problem drinking and their risks of unsafe sex and sexual victimization. The SPLASH program addressed students' misperceptions and taught practical skills to protect themselves and friends, resulting in high acceptance rates and improved perceptions.

SourceJournal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs·JournalJournal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 2, 2025
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.

Q&A: UTA expert on Texas' growing measles crisis

The University of Texas at Arlington expert discusses the state's largest outbreak in 30 years, with fewer people getting vaccinated contributing to its spread. The MMR vaccine is 97% effective against measles and has been proven safe despite misconceptions about its safety.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·DateMar 28, 2025

We must not ignore eugenics in our genetics curriculum, says professor

Professor Mark Peifer advocates for teaching eugenics in college genetics classes to promote critical thinking and informed decision-making. He argues that understanding the history of eugenics is crucial for up-and-coming scientists, as it informs current political discourse and the responsible use of genetic technologies.

SourceCell Press·JournalTrends in Genetics·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateMar 27, 2025
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.

Data from the Healthy Minds Study of 140 college campuses in the US suggests that religiousness may be protective against symptoms of depression in students, although less so in sexual minorities

The study found that religiousness may be protective against symptoms of depression in US college students, although the effect is weaker for those who identify as sexual minorities. The researchers analyzed data from 140 campuses and discovered a link between higher levels of religiosity and lower rates of depressive symptoms.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Mental Health·DateMar 26, 2025

Highly educated people face steeper mental declines after stroke

Research published in JAMA Network Open found that college graduates experienced faster cognitive decline after a stroke compared to those with less education. The study highlights the importance of identifying patients at high risk for post-stroke cognitive decline to target future interventions.

SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeMeta-analysis·DateMar 26, 2025
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.

Can AI help detect cognitive impairment?

Researchers developed a portable system using AI to spot cognitive impairment by measuring subtle differences in motor function. The device accurately identified 83% of participants with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), offering potential for early intervention and improved outcomes.

SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalAlzheimer Disease & Associated Disorders·DateMar 13, 2025

New membrane discovery makes possible cleaner lithium extraction

Researchers have developed novel membranes that can pull lithium directly out of salt-lake brines using electricity, leaving other metal ions behind. The process could reduce the environmental impact of lithium mining and contribute to more efficient energy storage systems for renewable energy sources.

SourceUniversity of Birmingham·JournalNature Water·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 12, 2025

New antibody reduces tumor growth in treatment-resistant breast and ovarian cancers

A new type of antibody that stimulates the immune system to target cancer cells has shown promise in reducing tumor growth in treatment-resistant breast and ovarian cancers. The study found that the antibody, IgE, uniquely stimulated otherwise inactive immune cells to directly target HER2-expressing cancer cells.

SourceKing's College London·JournalJournal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer·DateMar 12, 2025

$100 million investment to expand Cornell's Engineering college

A $100 million philanthropic commitment from David A. Duffield will significantly expand Cornell Engineering's facilities, including the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The expansion will provide critical new lab space for strategic research priorities and experiential learning opportunities for students.

SourceCornell University·DateMar 10, 2025
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.

Mysterious phenomenon at center of galaxy could reveal new kind of dark matter

A study published in Physical Review Letters suggests that a mysterious phenomenon at the center of our galaxy may be caused by a lighter form of dark matter. The research team detected unusual energy signatures radiating from this region, which they believe could be produced by the annihilation of tiny dark matter particles.

SourceKing's College London·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMar 10, 2025