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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, 08/16/2022

English scholar serving as interim leader of Hall Center for Humanities following director’s retirement

LAWRENCE — Richard Godbeer, director of the Hall Center for the Humanities, has retired from the University of Kansas. He led the intellectual hub for humanities scholars and its robust public outreach program for three years. ...

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

KU’s Research Rising awards will address critical challenges facing humanity

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. ...

Mon, 06/27/2022

KU names new director to lead Kansas Geological Survey

Tue, 05/31/2022

Research project manager goes ‘above and beyond’ for colleagues

Christie Holland, research project manager at the Institute for Policy & Social Research, is May's "Unsung Hero" of KU Research.
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.
Tue, 05/17/2022

KU to lead $24M statewide investment to advance research on resilient and socially equitable infrastructure

LAWRENCE – Kansas currently ranks ninth in federal disaster declarations per capita. Amid changing climate patterns and frequent extreme weather events, historically underserved communities often receive less aid and recover slower from weather disasters. ...

Thu, 04/28/2022

KU faculty in public affairs, math and engineering receive NSF CAREER awards

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.
Thu, 04/28/2022

Executive assistant helps colleagues navigate complexity

Deanne Arensberg, executive assistant at the Office of Research, is April's "Unsung Hero" of KU Research.
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

Associate director creates avenues of success for researchers

Jessica Black-Magnussen, associate director of project development at the Life Span Institute, is March's "Unsung Hero" of KU Research.
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.
Thu, 03/31/2022

15 projects boosted by KU Research GO

LAWRENCE — Fifteen projects have been selected for funding through KU’s 2022 Research Grant Opportunity program. KU Research GO aims to expand the university’s research enterprise by providing seed funding for projects poised to compete for external funding opportunities with application deadlines in the near future. The Office of Research received 52 proposals, which underwent peer review by 57 KU faculty experts. Recipients represent STEM, social science and humanities fields in departments and research centers across the university.
Tue, 03/22/2022

KU increases rank among top US research institutions in National Science Foundation survey

Mon, 01/31/2022

KU lab leads research on little-studied coronavirus structure, developing antiviral treatment

Thu, 01/27/2022

Geoscience researchers call for updated metaphor to help make field more inclusive and equitable

LAWRENCE — As a Black woman in geosciences, especially a full professor who holds an endowed chair position, Asmeret Asefaw Berhe has jokingly called herself a unicorn. ...

Thu, 01/27/2022

Project manager serves as constant resource for research staff

Kiley Higgs, research project manager for the Neuromuscular Research Division at the University of Kansas Medical Center, is January's "Unsung Hero" of KU Research.
Thu, 01/27/2022

10 finalists advance in Research Rising

LAWRENCE — Ten projects have been selected to advance to the second phase of the review process for Research Rising, one of KU’s most significant investments in its research enterprise to date. The proposed projects address major questions pertinent to critical challenges facing humanity, demonstrate a high probability of building...

Wed, 01/26/2022

KU professors in biology, engineering and pharmacy named AAAS fellows

Wed, 01/26/2022

KU research employs nearly 4,000 on campus, buys $50.7M in goods and services from Kansas companies

Mon, 01/24/2022

KU, KU Medical Center faculty named recipients of Higuchi-KU Endowment Research Achievement Awards

LAWRENCE — Four University of Kansas faculty members on the Lawrence and Medical Center campuses are this year’s recipients of the Higuchi-KU Endowment Research Achievement Awards, the state higher education system’s most prestigious recognition for scholarly excellence. ...

Wed, 01/19/2022

Experts advancing research on crustaceans, coronaviruses and drug design receive KU achievement awards

LAWRENCE — University of Kansas researchers increasing understanding of crustaceans, coronaviruses and drug design have received this year’s Steven F. Warren Research Achievement Award and the KU Research Staff & Postdoctoral Achievement Awards. ...

Wed, 12/08/2021

Biotech company with KU roots wins national competition, secures funding to help move research 'from bench to bedside'

Tue, 11/30/2021

KU faculty, community partners to advance racial equity through newly funded projects

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