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KU names new director to lead Biodiversity Institute & Natural History Museum

Nico Franz, Virginia M. Ullman Professor of Ecology and director of biocollections at Arizona State University, has been named the next leader of the Biodiversity Institute & Natural History Museum at the University of Kansas. He will begin his role as the Krishtalka Director in mid-August,…

Giselle Anatol named director of KU’s Hall Center for the Humanities

"During my time as interim director, I sought to promote the Hall Center as a flourishing, welcoming and inclusive space for the celebration and advancement of humanistic research and productivity. I very much look forward to continuing this work in collaboration with the many students, faculty,…

KU scholars strive to advance racial equity through newly funded research projects

“The work outlined in these projects demonstrates the critical role of research in advancing racial equity in our communities,” said Belinda Sturm, interim vice chancellor for research.

KU faculty recognized for research excellence at KU Athletics events

Honorees are researchers, scholars or creators of national or international stature who have contributed significantly to society, their disciplines, the local and/or university community — and who have demonstrated a commitment to developing future leaders in their fields through mentoring.

'I am striving to chart more sustainable paths forward for the aquifers supporting irrigated agriculture in Kansas'

Jim Butler, senior scientist at the Kansas Geological Survey, is striving to protect the aquifers supporting irrigated agriculture in Kansas and beyond.

Plan ahead for KU Research 2023 winter break hours

In concert with the entire Lawrence and Edwards campuses, the KU Office of Research will be closed over winter break. In order to be proactive in meeting the research community’s needs, we have established deadlines that will help ensure we are providing necessary services while allowing staff…

Geologic repository manager serves researchers, regulators and industry partners

Doug Louis connects industry, regulators and researchers to core cuttings.

#KUFieldworks: Showing students how mountains are made

Meet the new grant coordinator managing limited submissions

Jen Arbuthnot will announce approximately 80 limited submission funding opportunities each year.

Greenhouse manager keeps biology research alive

Patti Beedles, cares for plants used for teaching and research.

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