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Thu, 04/17/2025
KU ranks 37th among US public universities granted utility patents in 2024
The University of Kansas ranked 37th among public institutions in the Top 100 U.S. Universities Granted Utility Patents in 2024, a list published by the National Academy of Inventors. The list showcases universities that play a pivotal role in advancing the innovation ecosystem and driving economic growth in the United States. KU ranked 59th among all universities.
Fri, 04/04/2025
AAAS leader shares science and technology goals, sparks optimism
Sudip Parikh, CEO of the American Association for the Advancement of Science and chair of the Vision for American Science & Technology task force, visited the University of Kansas March 26-27 to share goals for science and technology. Parikh’s address carried notes of optimism to an audience responding to possibly significant cuts of research grant funding by the Trump administration.
Thu, 03/27/2025
Grant officer helps faculty earn millions in research funding
Kim Wittman helps KU faculty earn research grants to support work that bolsters Kansas and betters the world.
Thu, 03/27/2025
Four KU professors in chemistry and engineering named AAAS fellows
“These four researchers have demonstrated excellence in their fields and have done so in a way that reflects well on our entire university. As one of the nation’s leading research institutions, KU strives to make discoveries that change the world — and these four scholars are helping us fulfill that mission every day," said Chancellor Douglas A. Girod.
Thu, 03/27/2025
Faculty recognized for research excellence at 2024-25 KU Athletics events
For the second year, a group of University of Kansas faculty touted for their excellence in research, scholarship and creative activity were honored at KU Athletics events. Each enjoyed a VIP experience at a KU volleyball, football or basketball game, where they were introduced on the court or field during a timeout.
Wed, 03/26/2025
KU’s inventive minds shine
At the KU Center for Technology Commercialization, we take pride in recognizing KU inventors whose groundbreaking technologies make a global impact, strengthen communities and improve lives. Recently, with the support of the National Academy of Inventors, we had the opportunity to spotlight two distinguished KU researchers: Ron Barrett-Gonzalez and Stefan Bossmann.
Fri, 02/28/2025
Record-high research at KU benefits Kansans, fuels state economy
Research and development expenditures spanning all University of Kansas campuses increased to $546.1 million in fiscal year 2024, surpassing the half-billion-dollar mark for the first time in university history. The reverberations of that growth extend far beyond KU to benefit people throughout the Sunflower State and beyond.
Fri, 02/28/2025
KU, Kansas State faculty receive Higuchi-KU Endowment research achievement awards
Four faculty members at two Kansas universities were named recipients of the Higuchi-KU Endowment Research Achievement Awards, the state higher education system’s most prestigious recognition for scholarly excellence.
Thu, 02/27/2025
‘Swiss Army knife’ of KU facilities creates welcoming environments for the research community
Suzanne Kerich supports research staff as a facilities manager
Fri, 01/31/2025
'Creating knowledge in common'
When KU students designed and built a shade structure in a Lawrence park in 2019, they did more than fulfill their architecture course requirements. They also helped realize a vision for sustainable university-community partnerships that the city has since replicated in other neighborhoods. Five years later, the award-winning project is inspiring a new audience through its inclusion in a special collection of articles about 10 university-community partnerships that center the arts and design.
Fri, 01/31/2025
I am striving to spread sustainable building practices for the health of our planet
Dan Rockhill, J.L. Constant Distinguished Professor of Architecture, developed a way to finance teaching and research in sustainable design practices.
Fri, 01/31/2025
Research development specialist helps KU earn funding for international education
Brett Bias helped the two centers win the National Resources Center and Foreign Language & Area Studies grants that are critical to their missions.
Fri, 11/22/2024
'I am striving to ensure that the Latina experience remains at the center of US history.'
Tiffany González, assistant professor of history, uses archival materials to understand how Latinas entered electoral politics to advance civil rights for their communities.
Fri, 11/22/2024
Associate director helps social science researchers earn external awards
Jamie Jones, associate director of project development at the Life Span Institute, remembers the details needed for successful proposals.
Mon, 11/11/2024
KU researchers help launch free course to promote safety, inclusion in fieldwork
University of Kansas scientists recently helped develop and launch a free online course that provides tools to promote safe and inclusive field environments. The course is geared toward anyone who participates in fieldwork, including researchers, field coordinators, technicians and students.
Thu, 10/31/2024
#KUFieldWorks: Improving our understanding of genomics by observing flowers
Editor’s note: Fieldwork provides invaluable insights about real-world environments and processes, expanding and reinforcing what researchers learn in classrooms, labs and collections. KU faculty, staff and students across a spectrum of disciplines take their inquiry directly to rivers, prairies, dig sites, glaciers, islands, archives and more. Through the #KUFieldWorks series,...
Thu, 10/31/2024
Staff leader essential to success of statewide research initiative
Claudia Bode | Education, Outreach & Diversity Director | Kansas NSF EPSCoR...
Wed, 10/30/2024
Plan ahead for KU Research 2024 winter break hours
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 provide necessary services while allowing staff to use the winter break leave they have earned.
Tue, 10/29/2024
Aspiring to membership in the National Academies
For many scholars, being selected as a member of one of the three National Academies — Sciences, Engineering or Medicine — is one of the highest professional honors. Why? Because NAS, NAE or NAM membership represents being acknowledged as one of the best and brightest scientific minds.
Thu, 10/17/2024
Design-Zyme, KU collaboration results in $3 million SBIR award for Lyme disease vaccine development
The woods can be a place of adventure and beauty, a peaceful escape for a walk. But among the leaves and grass, the threat of ticks can turn a hike into a health-altering encounter with Lyme disease. A recent $3 million Small Business Innovation Research award will fund the research and development of a vaccine to stop Lyme disease in its tracks.
Fri, 09/27/2024
Data services librarian trains researchers in data management
Jamene Brooks-Kieffer, data services librarian, provides resources to help faculty understand the data they collect.
Wed, 09/25/2024
KU delegation makes connections at AAAS gala in Washington, D.C.
The university supported the Sept. 21 event as an institutional sponsor and invited a delegation of fellows to participate as a way to elevate the institution’s visibility in the organization and form connections that contribute to opportunities for engagement related to research and science policy, career development, and potential collaborations with peers.
Fri, 09/20/2024
Postdoc connects past and present with interdisciplinary research
Rebecca Johnston, postdoctoral researcher in CREES and CCSD, studies the Russian culture ministry to understand their foreign policy.
Thu, 09/19/2024
Urban planning postdoc provides insights to local communities
Hsi-Chuan Wang, postdoctoral researcher in the School of Public Affairs & Administration, helps municipalities become more resilient.
Wed, 09/18/2024
Postdoc develops software and games to explain relationships between society and water resources
Malena Orduña Alegría shows how human activity impacts water quality and availability.
Tue, 09/17/2024
Postdoctoral researcher continues cycle of mentorship for future plant scientists
Joel Swift, postdoctoral researcher in the Wagner Lab, notes the importance of undergrad research for future scientists.
Mon, 09/16/2024
Chemistry postdoc strives to improve women’s health through precision medicine
Shakila Peli Thanthri is helping equip doctors with faster, more efficient diagnostic tools.
Thu, 09/05/2024
KU leading multi-institutional program to support undergraduate STEM research and student retention
The University of Kansas, in collaboration with five other regional higher education institutions, has been awarded a five-year, $3.5 million National Science Foundation Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation grant. The award will establish the Aligning STEM Trainees for Enterprising Research (ASTER) program and fund undergraduate research in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Thu, 08/29/2024
Meet the KUCTC licensing team
Our team’s resume boasts three PhDs, two JDs, a certified licensing professional, and a couple of registered patent attorneys for good measure. That’s a lot of know-how in your corner.
Thu, 08/29/2024
Shining a 'Spotlight on Faculty Excellence'
Honorees for the 2024-25 program, to be announced in the weeks ahead, have contributed significantly to society, their disciplines and the local and/or university community. They have also demonstrated a commitment to developing future leaders in their fields through mentoring.