News
Tue, 02/28/2023
Staff member’s quick turnaround keeps internal awards running smoothly
Gabe Nehrbass makes sure internal research awards are administered efficiently.
Tue, 01/31/2023
#KUFieldWorks: Measuring glaciers to predict sea level rise
A team of University of Kansas researchers is using radar-equipped drones to monitor changes in glaciers. This work is essential to understanding how quickly sea levels rise and make forecasts about the impact of that change.
Tue, 01/31/2023
'I am striving to keep water clean, sustainable and accessible in the future'
Erin Seybold, assistant scientist at the Kansas Geological Survey, is keeping water resources clean, sustainable, and accessible for future generations.
Tue, 01/31/2023
FBI & KU Cybersecurity Conference convenes government, industry and education partners to confront growing threats
“Cybersecurity is arguably one of the most consequential issues of our time,” said keynote speaker Robert Brown, executive assistant director of the FBI’s science and technology branch. “But we have the greatest minds in America, and there’s really no problem we can’t solve.”
Tue, 01/31/2023
New KU faculty receive research development funding
The New Faculty Research Development Awards are designed to help new faculty accelerate their scholarship and start building a sustainable research program soon after their arrival on campus.
Mon, 01/30/2023
Experienced facilities manager keeps research going despite supply chain problems
Scott Jeffress keeps research facilities running thanks to years of experience and tenacity in spite of supply chain issues.
Thu, 12/01/2022
IT leader keeps KU research technology at the forefront
Suzie Johannes ensures KU remains at the forefront of research by supporting its technology needs.
Tue, 11/29/2022
'I am striving to connect students, university and industry to advance design'
Greg Thomas, director of the Center for Design Research and professor of visual communication design, is unlocking the potential of design by connecting industry and academia,
Wed, 11/09/2022
Plan ahead for KU Research 2022 winter break hours
In concert with the entire Lawrence and Edwards campuses, the KU Office of Research will be closed over the winter break as outlined below. 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 to use the winter break leave they have earned.
Mon, 10/31/2022
#KUFieldWorks: Studying microbes to understand the possibility of life on other planets
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 are taking their inquiry directly to rivers, prairies, dig sites, glaciers, islands, burial grounds and more this summer. ...
Mon, 10/31/2022
Museum staff member turns research into experiential learning
Teresa MacDonald helps educate the public about natural history with hands-on learning.
Fri, 09/30/2022
‘I am striving to promote equity and justice for queer and trans youth'
Meg Paceley, associate professor of social welfare, is helping create a future where queer and trans youth can grow up happy and healthy and have the same opportunities as other children.
Thu, 09/29/2022
'Invaluable' founder of research development office advances humanities at KU
Kathy Porsch is the backbone of countless humanities awards earned by KU researchers.
Wed, 08/31/2022
Grant coordinator’s support makes humanities institute a success
Elise Stella makes things less complicated for the co-directors of the Public Digital Humanities Institute.
Wed, 08/31/2022
#KUFieldWorks: Predicting future algae blooms to preserve safe drinking water
Ted Harris and a team of faculty, student and staff are examining long-term water quality changes in large Kansas lakes, especially changes related to blue-green algae, which can cause harmful algal blooms (HABs).
Tue, 07/12/2022
‘I am striving to develop more environmentally friendly refrigerants for a sustainable future’
The "I Am Striving" series continues with a Q&A with Mark Shiflett, Foundation Distinguished Professor, Chemical & Petroleum Engineering and Institute for Sustainable Engineering
Thu, 06/30/2022
‘Invaluable’ research administrator shares gift of experience with KU colleagues
Anita Abel, associate director of sponsored accounts & revenue management, is June's Unsung Hero of KU Research.
Wed, 06/29/2022
Engineering professor to join KU Research leadership team
LAWRENCE – A University of Kansas School of Engineering faculty member with a track record of helping colleagues build successful research programs is joining the Office of Research as associate vice chancellor. ...
Tue, 05/31/2022
‘I am striving to breathe dynamic life into stories of the Black Midwest’
Q&A with Darren Canady, professor of English, as part of the "I Am Striving" series
Tue, 05/31/2022
‘Big shoes to fill:’ History of Black Writing founding director leaves lasting legacy
The History of Black Writing is helping fill gaps in American literature and challenging how literature is taught, including which authors are included — or not included — in literary discussions. Its current and former leaders reflect on the project’s legacy and envision its future.
Tue, 05/24/2022
#KUFieldWorks: Understanding intermittent streams and protecting water resources ‘we depend on’ in the U.S.
A team of University of Kansas researchers is studying the role of intermittent streams to better understand how hydrology, biogeochemistry and microbial ecology in small headwater streams interact to influence downstream water availability and water quality.
Thu, 04/28/2022
‘I am striving to make science exciting, accessible and inclusive for all’
Q&A with Paulyn Cartwright, professor of ecology & evolutionary biology, as part of the "I Am Striving" series.
Fri, 04/08/2022
KU mathematics researcher receives NSF CAREER award
LAWRENCE — Agnieszka Międlar, associate professor of mathematics at the University of Kansas, has received the National Science Foundation award for the Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER). ...
Thu, 03/31/2022
‘I am striving to inspire the next generation of women to uncover the mysteries of the universe’
Q&A with Allison Kirkpatrick, assistant professor of physics and astronomy, as part of the "I Am Striving" series.