News
Thu, 06/01/2023
#KUFieldWorks: Improving reptile conservation efforts
A University of Kansas researcher is analyzing snake biodiversity to illuminate where conservation efforts should focus to best protect reptile populations.
Tue, 05/02/2023
Getting to know how KU's technology commercialization team works for you
Cliff Michaels, who has served as executive director of KUCTC since January 2023, explains how the organization supports KU's mission, helps individual researchers navigate the commercialization process, and stimulates industry and job growth.
Tue, 05/02/2023
Wearing many hats, administrative director keeps center moving
Meet the April 2023 Unsung Hero of KU Research, Chris Lyon, whose breadth of experience keeps CEBC running smoothly.
Mon, 05/01/2023
#KUFieldWorks: Monitoring bat viruses to prevent the next pandemic
A University of Kansas researchers is monitoring bat viruses to predict and prevent the next pandemic.
Mon, 05/01/2023
'I am striving to help contribute to safe and supportive communities where all our young people are able to thrive'
Jomella Watson-Thompson, associate professor of applied behavioral science and director of the Youth Violence Prevention Center – Kansas City, is reducing youth violence through school partnerships.
Thu, 04/27/2023
KU researchers and collaborators developing new technologies for recycling solar panels
Mon, 04/17/2023
Three KU Engineering faculty recognized for early career research achievement
LAWRENCE — Three assistant professors from the University of Kansas School of Engineering have each received prestigious national awards granted to early-career faculty whose research shows promise. ...
Thu, 03/30/2023
KU research employs more than 4,100 on campus, buys $53.9M in goods and services from Kansas companies
Thu, 03/30/2023
#KUFieldWorks: Looking for archaeological evidence of the first people in North America
Rolfe Mandel led a group of students and faculty on excavations in Texas and Canada.
Thu, 03/30/2023
Graduate assistant’s work ethic and personal connections enrich education equity research
Meet the March 2023 Unsung Hero of KU Research, Rayven Smart, whose work ethic and personal connections enrich education equity research at KU.
Thu, 03/30/2023
13 projects boosted by KU Research GO
Thirteen projects have been selected for funding through KU’s 2023 Research Grant Opportunity program. Recipients represent STEM, social science and humanities fields in departments and research centers across the university.
Tue, 02/28/2023
I am striving to make the world better with new proteins
Joanna Slusky, associate professor of molecular biosciences, is striving to make the world better with new proteins.
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).