LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, April 10 -- The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences issued the following news release: * * * 'Dracula' Author's Relative to Discuss Links Between Medicine and Literature at UAMS Lecture The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) will host a free, public lecture exploring the medical influences behind the gothic novel "Dracula" at 5 p.m. April 17. The lecture will be held on the 12th floor of the Jackson T. Stephens Spine & Neurosciences Institute on more PR

HAMPTON, Virginia, April 9 -- Hampton University posted the following news: * * * A Charge to Lead: Commencement Speaker Congressman Robert C. "Bobby" Scott to Inspire Hampton University Class of 2026 * A statesman rooted in justice, a son of the Peninsula, and a voice for generations, Congressman Scott returns to pour into Hampton's next leaders April 9, 2026 (Hampton, Va.) -Hampton University will welcome the Honorable Congressman Robert C. "Bobby" Scott of Virginia's Third Congressional more PR

MIAMI, Florida, April 9 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * A Double Miracle: How a Life-Saving Neurosurgery Led to an Endowed Chair at UHealth * The Codina Kadre Endowed Chair in Neurological Surgery honors Dr. Robert Starke's lifesaving care, pioneering cerebrovascular innovation and commitment to advancing outcomes for patients with complex neurological disease. Thanks to extraordinary generosity of two prominent South Florida families,  more PR

GALVESTON, Texas, April 9 -- The University of Texas Medical Branch issued the following news release: * * * A smarter way to build vaccines: UTMB scientists harness AI to target emerging alphaviruses * A team of scientists at The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), led by Nikos Vasilakis, PhD, and Peter McCaffrey, MD, has developed a new computational pipeline that could dramatically accelerate the development of vaccines against a group of mosquito-borne viruses known as alphavirus. more PR

MIAMI, Florida, April 9 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Adaptive Radiation Turns Daily Imaging Into Precision Treatment * Summary * For more than six years, the University of Miami Health System has delivered adaptive radiation therapy, using daily imaging to adjust treatment plans in real time for greater precision. * By standardizing advanced platforms and workflows across multiple sites, UM has scaled adaptive radiation into a co more PR

ALFRED, New York, April 8 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: * * * Alfred University AKO chapter announces 2026 leadership awards * The Sisters of Alpha Kappa Omicron announce two current students have been named as winners of the 2026 AKO Leadership Awards. The awards were established to award two Alfred University students each year through the generous support from numerous donors from the AKO sisterhood. The awards are given through the Beth Robinson Judson Leaders more PR

WASHINGTON, April 9 -- American University issued the following Q&A on April 8, 2026, by Patty Housman with mathematics and statistics professor Michael Robinson: * * * The Wonder of Artemis II: How Math Is Shaping the Awe-Inspiring Moon Mission Mathematics and Statistics Professor Michael Robinson explains how curves, calculations, and a bit of wonder are guiding Artemis II's incredible journey As the awe-inspiring Artemis II mission carries astronauts around the Moon and back, it's putting more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 9 -- The University of Pennsylvania Annenberg Public Policy Center posted the following news release: * * * Americans back NATO; Republicans split along Trump-party lines * A nationally representative survey conducted by the Annenberg Public Policy Center (APPC) of the University of Pennsylvania finds that a majority of Americans value U.S. membership in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and consider it a meaningful security asset, but views are  more PR

BOONE, North Carolina, April 10 -- Appalachian State University issued the following news: * * * App State's annual Celebration of Student Research and Creative Endeavors is April 22 Keynote speaker Amelia Bruce Leicht '19 will share insights from her student research journey By Brian Miller Appalachian State University's Office of Student Research is set to host App State's 29th annual Celebration of Student Research and Creative Endeavors on Wednesday, April 22, from 9 a.m to 4 p.m. in Pl more PR

ATHENS, Georgia, April 10 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news: * * * Artemis II set for Friday splashdown with UGA-built technology onboard Franklin College alumnus developed instrument used to help in the spacecraft's air monitoring system By Joy Pope An instrument designed by a University of Georgia graduate is currently on its way back to Earth after the successful completion of NASA's Artemis II mission. Since the April 1 launch, four NASA astronauts have been aboar more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, April 9 (TNSjou) -- Texas A&M University School of Public Health issued the following news: * * * Award-wining School of Public Health study connects low-level arsenic exposure to increased bladder cancer risk Researchers identify a potential biomarker for measuring low-level arsenic exposure from private well water in South Texas * A pilot study led by the Texas A&M University School of Public Health at Texas A&M Health suggests that platelet-derived growth factor ( more PR

ORLANDO, Florida, April 9 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * Bank of America Grant Helps UCF Reach Goal to Fund Dr. Phillips Nursing Pavilion * Bank of America has awarded UCF a $500,000 grant to support the Dr. Phillips Nursing Pavilion on UCF's Academic Health Sciences Campus in Lake Nona. The funds will propel critically needed nursing talent and healthcare innovation at the state-of-the-art facility. The pivotal investment closes an aggressive and pur more PR

BOWLING GREEN, Ohio, April 10 -- Bowling Green State University issued the following news: * * * BGSU graduate programs remain among the nation's best in 2026 US News and World Report rankings University's graduate business programs earn top honors in this year's rankings By Michael Bratton Bowling Green State University has been recognized once again by U.S. News and World Report as home to some of the nation's best graduate programs, highlighting the strength and breadth of its academic o more PR

WASHINGTON, April 10 -- Graduate students at Brandeis University competed in the 2026 Three Minute Thesis competition to present complex research to a general audience in under 180 seconds. The event, held at Spingold Theatre, featured ten finalists from various PhD and master's disciplines who were tasked with summarizing years of study using only a single slide. The international competition format requires participants to communicate big ideas clearly. Marika McCann, Associate Director of Pr more PR

LONG BEACH, California, April 10 (TNSrpt) -- California State University issued the following news: * * * Meeting California's Industry Workforce Needs: Business and Professional Services, and Public Policy The CSU powers California's talent pipeline. Learn how it prepares grads for two key industry sectors: business and professional services as well as public policy. By Alisia Ruble As California's economy rapidly evolves, so does the need for a highly skilled, job ready workforce. The Cal more PR

WASHINGTON, April 10 (TNSrep) -- Campbell Law School assistant professor Nicole Ligon has published research exploring the constitutional questions surrounding government-issued press credentials and the rights of journalists to access briefings. According to the research document, Due Process and Press Credentialing, which appeared in the Penn State Law Review, the law remains unsettled regarding whether procedural safeguards are required when access to newsworthy events is denied or revoked.  more PR

RIVERSIDE, California, April 8 -- The University of California Riverside campus issued the following news: * * * Cesar Chavez in the field and in bronze * Allegations that Cesar Chavez, the iconic farmworker organizer, sexually abused women and girls have brought to the fore profound and challenging questions about how to evaluate his legacy. Last week, Miguel Zavala, associate professor at the UC Riverside School of Education, reflected on how K-12 teachers should approach the topic in th more PR

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, April 9 -- Samford University issued the following news release: * * * Championing Public Education: Holden's Journey to Statewide Impact * When Samford University alumnus Chad Holden, EdD '18, steps into his new role as executive director of the Alabama Association of School Boards (AASB) on July 1, he will bring more than a title. He will bring perspective shaped by more than two decades in public education. Holden has spent 24 years serving in nearly every corner of more PR

CLEVELAND, Ohio, April 9 -- Cleveland State University issued the following news: * * * Cleveland State University Levin College Ranked Third in the Nation by U.S. News & World Report * Facebook X LinkedIn WhatsApp Copy Link Email Share Cleveland State University (CSU) graduate programs are among the nation's best, according to the newly released U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools rankings. The CSU Levin College of Public Affairs and Education earned national recognition, wit more PR

WORCESTER, Massachusetts, April 9 -- Clark University posted the following news: * * * Climate expert, astrophysicist to receive honorary degrees at May 18 Commencement * President David Fithian has announced that Clark University's 2026 Commencement will take place on Monday, May 18, at the DCU Center in Downtown Worcester. Two distinct ceremonies will be held: Bachelor's degrees will be awarded at 10 a.m., and master's and doctoral degrees will be presented at 2:30 p.m. "Commencement is  more PR

CLEMSON, South Carolina, April 9 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences faculty elevate industry and community partnerships to transform lives statewide and beyond * College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences The College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences (CBSHS) elevates research, teaching and service initiatives across its seven academic departments through unique industry and community partnerships. Accord more PR

POCATELLO, Idaho, April 9 -- Idaho State University posted the following news: * * * College of Education is Reinstating its Master of Education in Literacy Graduate Program * The College of Education is reinstating its Master of Education in Literacy program, beginning in the fall semester. For students seeking to become literacy leaders, the program offers a fully online (synchronous or asynchronous) experience, engaging hands-on field research. Amanda Eller, Ph.D., department chair and  more PR

AURORA, Colorado, April 9 -- The University of Colorado School of Public Health posted the following news release: * * * Colorado's First Implanted Brain Computer Interface Surgery Marks a New Era in Neurological Research * Neurosurgery experts with the University of Colorado Anschutz performed Colorado's first implanted brain-computer interface (BCI) surgery at UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital, marking a significant advance for patients with neurological injury or disease. Commonly  more PR

OMAHA, Nebraska, April 9 -- Creighton University posted the following news: * * * Creighton student named 2026 Goldwater Scholar for AI research * For Creighton University student Sara Avila, research is a way to advance technology and expand access, reduce inequities and create opportunities for others. That commitment has earned Avila one of the nation's most prestigious undergraduate honors: the Barry Goldwater Scholarship. Established by Congress in 1986, the scholarship recognizes s more PR

BOZEMAN, Montana, April 9 -- Montana State University issued the following news: * * * CSA program offers 18 weeks of locally grown vegetables from MSU farm * BOZEMAN - Individuals and families in the community who are looking to expand their palates and support local agriculture this summer need not look further than the Montana State University campus. Community supported agriculture, or CSA, shares are now available for purchase through MSU's student-run Towne's Harvest Garden, which of more PR

LOGAN, Utah, April 9 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * Dementia Caregivers Across Six Utah Counties to Receive Support Through ADRC-Funded Project * An estimated 110,000 Utahns provide informal care for a loved one with dementia, and the ongoing stress and uncertainty can often feel overwhelming, especially as caregivers navigate complex financial situations and struggle with emotional and mental health challenges -all while managing the day-to-day challenges of assis more PR

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, April 10 -- The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences issued the following news release: * * * Dorothy Snider Foundation Awards $110,000 Grant to UAMS College of Medicine for Scholarships The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine received a $110,000 grant from the Dorothy Snider Foundation, a fund managed by the Memphis Medical Society, for student scholarships. "This is an exciting development in our efforts to generate more scho more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, April 9 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * Dr. Malinee Neelamegam receives national epidemiology award from the Society for Epidemiologic Research * Malinee Neelamegam, PhD, assistant professor in the College of Public Health at UNT Health Fort Worth, has been named the 2026 recipient of the Society for Epidemiologic Research's Sherman A. James Diverse and Inclusive Epidemiology Award. The national award recognizes an indivi more PR

CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, April 9 -- Austin Peay State University posted the following news: * * * Dr. Robert Baron named associate dean for APSU's College of Arts and Letters * CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. -Austin Peay State University's College of Arts & Letters has named Dr. Robert Baron as associate dean, starting Aug. 1. Baron, a professor of communication and former department chair, has spent over a decade building programs and partnerships at Austin Peay. Since arriving in 2012, he has grown t more PR

CLEMSON, South Carolina, April 9 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * Eleventh annual Give Day raises over $2M * On Wednesday, April 8, 2026, Clemson University celebrated its 11th annual Give Day. Alumni and friends came together over an inspiring 24 hours, with 4,397 donors contributing an impressive $2,182,576 showcasing a shared commitment to strengthening the student experience and shaping the future of Clemson. Give Day reached every corner of the Clemson community,  more PR

WASHINGTON, April 4 -- Engineering students at Andrews University are participating in a partnership with Astroport Space Technologies to develop infrastructure for lunar exploration. This collaboration focuses on the development of the Flexible Logistics and Exploration lunar rover in coordination with Astrolab Venturi. The project originated through the Industry Lab at the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship after Matias Soto, director of innovation and entrepreneurship, established a  more PR

DELAWARE, Ohio, April 9 -- Ohio Wesleyan University issued the following news release: * * * Environmental Vigilance * DELAWARE, Ohio - Ohio Wesleyan University will host a free symposium April 27 to explore how recent federal policy changes and executive orders could impact the environment. The event will include a moderated panel discussion and time for audience questions. Ohio Wesleyan's 2026 Environmental and Natural Resource Symposium will be held from noon to 1 p.m. in Room 301 of Me more PR

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 9 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news release: * * * Finding the person I want to be: Heartfelt reflections from graduate and professional students * Choosing to pursue a graduate degree is a life-changing endeavor-professionally and personally. In honor of Graduate & Professional Student Appreciation Week, we asked graduate and professional students to share what they've learned about themselves and the person they've become while at Vanderbilt.  more PR

MIAMI, Florida, April 10 -- Florida International University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * FIU Alzheimer's research earns second place in national science competition 'STAT Madness' FIU's Alzheimer's research earned national recognition with a second-place finish in STAT Madness 2026, marking the university's second consecutive run to the finals of the annual biomedical research competition. By Jonathan Ruadez Just as March Madness more PR

HAYS, Kansas, April 10 -- Fort Hays State University issued the following news: * * * Heart of a Tiger: How Trevor Yocum is preserving Kansas history By Tisa Mason The plains of Western Kansas are known for being wide and flat. But in the small community of Liebenthal, something big breaks up the horizon. Rising from the prairie is the St. Joseph's Parish complex, a stunning display of Gothic architecture crafted from the very earth it stands upon. For decades, these "Post Rock" limestone b more PR

ITHACA, New York, April 9 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Four sperm whale strandings point to potential human causes * Four sperm whales that stranded separately on southeastern U.S. coastlines between 2020-22 were emaciated and malnourished, with ingested fishing gear and marine debris found in two of them, according to a new study that compared the four cases. The investigations, intended to better understand the causes behind whale deaths and to inform future mar more PR

SYRACUSE, New York, April 10 -- The State University of New York Upstate Medical University campus issued the following news: * * * Four Upstate University Hospital leaders selected as panelists at Becker's national healthcare conference Four Upstate University Hospital leaders will be among the key panelists offering their insights at the Becker's Healthcare Annual Meeting, held in Chicago April 13 to 16. More than 4,500 health care professionals--the largest gathering ever--are expected to  more PR

STORRS, Connecticut, April 9 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news: * * * Frontiers 2026 to Showcase Undergraduate Research Across UConn Campuses * The University of Connecticut's Office of Undergraduate Research will spotlight student discovery and creativity the week of April 13 during Frontiers 2026, a multi-day undergraduate research symposium featuring in-person poster exhibitions and an online showcase. Held across three UConn campuses (and with an additional onl more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 9 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU students named worldwide champions after earning first place at international forensics tournament in Greece * Two students in Florida State University's Forensics Program were recently named worldwide champions after competing at the International Forensics Association tournament, which took place March 8-12 in Athens, Greece. FSU students Harleigh Demchak, a junior studying economics, and Zoey  more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 9 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU's Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement names Austin McDonald new director, assistant dean of Undergraduate Studies * Florida State University has appointed Austin McDonald as assistant dean of Undergraduate Studies and the new director of the Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement (CARE), which serves first-generation undergraduate students and others who may face challenges in coll more PR

STEPHENVILLE, Texas, April 10 -- Tarleton State University issued the following news: * * * Giving Week Generates Record Support for Tarleton State Students, Programs Tarleton State University's annual Giving Week, held March 30-April 3, raised more than $1.04 million, marking an 82% increase from last year and the most successful campaign in the event's history. Giving Week brought together alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends of the university to invest in the institution's future. more PR

LOS ANGELES, California, April 9 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * Google Awards $450,000 to ISE Epstein Department researchers * Google has awarded a $450,000 gift to several faculty members in the Daniel J. Epstein Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) at the USC Viterbi School of Engineering, backing projects that range from artificial intelligence to transportation routing and public health. The awards more PR

JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, April 9 -- East Tennessee State University posted the following news: * * * Great Lecture Series to honor Dr. Randy Wykoff * ETSU will host a Great Lecture Series event on April 24 featuring public health leader Dr. Randy Wykoff, highlighting his legacy and impact on public health in Appalachia. East Tennessee State University will host a special installment of its Great Lecture Series featuring Dr. Randy Wykoff, whose distinguished career has helped shape public h more PR

ALLENDALE, Michigan, April 10 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: * * * GVSU research: West Michigan economy posts second month of modest growth By Brian Vernellis Despite the fluctuating federal tariff policies and rising costs, the West Michigan economy remains resilient, according to data collected by a GVSU researcher. Brian Long, director of supply chain management research at GVSU's Seidman College of Business, said the region's purchasing managers reported mod more PR

ORLANDO, Florida, April 9 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news: * * * Honoring Family Legacies by Opening Doors for First-Generation Students * A few months into his freshman year, economics major Ervin Xhemali was stunned to see a few thousand dollars in his student account. As the first in his family to navigate a four-year university, Xhemali assumed there had been an error; he didn't want to spend money that wasn't his. "Once I realized it wasn't a mistake, I  more PR

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, April 9 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news: * * * How CMU Powers Pittsburgh's Innovation Economy * In Pittsburgh, the future of technology is being built on the foundation of its industrial past. Hazelwood Green, the site of a former 19th-century steel plant, is home to Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Innovation Center, a new testing ground for robots operating on land, water and air. In Bakery Square, scientists and engineers at CMU's A more PR

LA JOLLA, California, April 9 -- The Salk Institute for Biological Studies issued the following news release: * * * How do plant roots grow in unpredictable temperatures? * * Highlights * Salk scientists find a plant protein that can directly sense temperature, giving plants a built-in cellular "thermostat" * The study reveals that temperature changes both the amount and activity of key auxin-related growth proteins by shifting a stored "reservoir" of inactive proteins into an active  more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 9 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * How estrogen in the brain impacts stress and trauma response * For some people, a single traumatic event like a shooting, a natural disaster, or a violent assault can leave an imprint that lingers long after the immediate danger has passed. Memories of that event may return with unusual intensity, shaping mood, behavior, and mental health in ways that are difficult to predict. Others expose more PR

PASADENA, California, April 9 -- The California Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * Imagine That: Brain Uses Neurons from Vision System When Forming Mental Imagery * Creative endeavors, like making art, writing music, or penning a poem, require the recall of memories to fuel imagination. Many other human behaviors, including problem solving, also rely on mental imagery to complete tasks, but little was known about how imagery works at the level of single neurons in the b more PR

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, April 9 -- The University of Virginia issued the following news on April 7, 2026: * * * In U.S. News grad rankings, UVA Law remains No. 4, as Darden, Education and Nursing earn high marks U.S. News and World Report has ranked the University of Virginia's School of Law No. 4 in the nation for the third year in a row in its annual graduate school rankings, released Tuesday. The school is tied with the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School. Stanford Law School i more PR

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, April 9 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sloan School of Management issued the following news release: * * * Integrative experiment design reveals hidden patterns in decades-old social science research * CAMBRIDGE, Mass., April 9, 2026 - Research from MIT Sloan School of Management has demonstrated a new way of designing social science experiments that can uncover patterns invisible to common approaches. In their paper, " Integrative experiments identi more PR

LAWRENCE, Kansas, April 9 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * KU Law to host annual Federal Courts Junior Scholars Workshop * LAWRENCE -The University of Kansas School of Law will host the 15th annual Federal Courts Junior Scholars Workshop, a selective national conference that brings together emerging and established legal scholars to exchange ideas, strengthen scholarship and build community within the field of federal courts. The 2026 workshop will take place Apri more PR

CEDARVILLE, Ohio, April 9 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * Living Room Worship Offers Students a Space for Authentic Fellowship * by Allyson O'Bryant, Student Public Relations Writer As more young adults return to church, seeking in-person community and spiritual grounding, Cedarville University students are building that kind of space on campus through Living Room Worship, a stage-free gathering centered on prayer, singing and fellowship. National Research Shows more PR

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, April 9 -- Marian University posted the following news: * * * Marian's Wood College of Osteopathic Medicine Faculty, Students Publish Research on Often-Overlooked Artery with Major Clinical Impact * Dr. Sumathilatha Sakthi-Velavan, Charlotte Gabbard-OMS-II, and Jacob Carrico-OMS-II have published new research in Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, highlighting a little-known yet clinically significant blood vessel. Their review article, "Sampson's Artery: Anatomical, more PR

TEMPE, Arizona, April 9 -- Rio Salado College issued the following news: * * * Maricopa Colleges Celebrate Milestone in Microcredential Innovation Rio Salado College recently hosted a celebration recognizing the completion of a multi-year effort to design and scale microcredentials across Maricopa Community Colleges with Education Design Lab (The Lab). Held March 27, the event brought together partners from Rio Salado College, Chandler-Gilbert Community College, Mesa Community College and Sc more PR

CLARKSVILLE, Arkansas, April 9 -- The University of the Ozarks posted the following news: * * * Meet "The Senator": Grace Price's Winning Story * For Grace Price, finding the right college wasn't just about academics-it was about finding a place that felt like home. After a difficult first semester at a large public university, Price knew something was missing. What she found at University of the Ozarks wasn't just a better fit-it was a community that would shape her future, fuel her ambit more PR

GOLDEN, Colorado, April 9 -- Colorado School of Mines posted the following news: * * * Mines researcher connects minerals, industry and power to predict the future of energy * The future of energy in the United States can't be forecast by electricity demand alone. It also requires understanding a sprawling network of systems, including fuel supply, industrial production, global supply chains and the minerals that make modern energy technology possible. Untangling that complexity is exactly t more PR

BOZEMAN, Montana, April 9 -- Montana State University issued the following news: * * * Montana State physics student wins Brooke Owens Fellowship * Size: Lg Med Sm V Montana State University physics student Aspen McKee has won a Brooke Owens Fellowship. MSU Photo by Marcus "Doc" Cravens BOZEMAN - As a first-semester Montana State University freshman majoring in mechanical engineering, Aspen McKee spent many late nights at the computer lab in Cobleigh Hall. On her way out of the buildin more PR

BOZEMAN, Montana, April 9 -- Montana State University issued the following news: * * * Montana State University Extension to co-host Montana Nutrition Conference and Livestock Forum April 15-16 in Bozeman * BOZEMAN - Montana State University Extension and the Montana Feed Association will co-host the 75th annual Montana Nutrition Conference and Livestock Forum on Wednesday and Thursday, April 15 and 16, at the Best Western Plus GranTree Inn in Bozeman, 1325 N. Seventh Ave. The theme for th more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, April 9 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * MSU Bikes celebrates 20 years on campus * At Michigan State University, the bicycle is an integral part of the collegiate experience. For many Spartans, it's essential transportation between classes. But it's also a way to get exercise, pass the time with friends and experience the beauty of our sprawling, 5,200-acre campus. That helps explain why the MSU Bikes Service Center, which marks its 20th more PR

STARKVILLE, Mississippi, April 9 -- Mississippi State University posted the following news: * * * MSU researchers enhance original forestry decision-making software Mississippi State researchers have developed an updated version of a widely used forestry decision-making tool, improving accessibility and usability while maintaining its analytical strength. Originally created in 1999 by a team of scientists in the university's Forest and Wildlife Research Center, the Forest Valuation and Inve more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, April 9 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * MSU says safety first when Spartans travel abroad * From studying infectious diseases to building global partnerships, Spartans are working in every corner of the world. To help the university support their health and safety while abroad, faculty and staff planning international travel for work must register their trips through MSU's Global Travel and Remote Work Registry portal at least three weeks more PR

CHARLESTON, South Carolina, April 10 -- The Medical University of South Carolina issued the following news release: * * * MUSC Health launches capital campaign to transform cancer care for patients across South Carolina MUSC Health today announced the launch of the largest and most ambitious capital campaign in its history - a $250 million initiative to support the development of a new MUSC Comprehensive Cancer Hospital that will significantly expand access to worldclass cancer care for patie more PR

GREENSBORO, North Carolina, April 8 -- North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University posted the following news: * * * N.C. A&T's Hairston College to Host Annual Health and Human Sciences Week * EAST GREENSBORO, N.C. (April 8, 2026) - The John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University will host its annual Health and Human Sciences (HHS) Week from Tuesday, April 14, through Saturday, April 18. The ev more PR

SANTA CRUZ, California, April 9 -- The University of California Santa Cruz campus issued the following news: * * * National award recognizes UCSC's student-centered housing strategy * The Colleges, Housing and Educational Services (CHES) Long Range Business Plan has been selected to receive the 2026 Outstanding Innovation in Housing and Residential Life Award from the Association of College Personnel Administrators (ACPA). The award, presented by ACPA's Commission for Housing and Residential more PR

TULSA, Oklahoma, April 9 -- The University of Tulsa posted the following news: * * * Native American law reading room reopens, showcases national collection * The University of Tulsa's College of Law officially reopened the Utsey Family Native American Law Center Reading Room on April 2, marking the completion of renovations and reaffirming its position as a national leader in Native American legal scholarship. The facility, located in the Mabee Legal Information Center, is supported by th more PR

PRINCETON, New Jersey, April 9 -- Princeton University School of Public and International Affairs posted the following news: * * * New Documentary Calls for 'Creative Resolve' to Solve Public Health Problems * Some of public health's most daunting problems were solved only through sustained, collaborative global efforts. From collaborative efforts between the United States and the Soviet Union to eradicate smallpox at the height of the Cold War to international pressure to produce less expen more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 9 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * New faculty explore how individual minds influence group behavior * MindCORE, Penn's hub for the integrative study of the mind, brings together faculty across disciplines with diverse approaches to cognitive research. The core of cognitive science has focused on understanding an individual brain in isolation, faculty director Joseph Kable says, but a theme emerged in his conversations with  more PR

LOS ANGELES, California, April 9 -- The University of California posted the following news release: * * * New methods to analyze existing records could provide evidence of risk before a suicide * A new UCLA-led study of suicides in the U.S. has found that current national reporting on these deaths underestimates the extent of "emotional dysregulation," the emotional distress that occurs before suicide, which could provide a method to prevent future deaths. Overall, researchers said that in more PR

LOGAN, Utah, April 9 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * New Research: Toxins From Great Salt Lake Dust Absorbed by Plants, Soils, Human Bodies * Shrinking water levels at the Great Salt Lake are not just about Utah's water supply -they may pose serious risk to public health. Newly published research from a team at Utah State University documents the ways metal-laden dust from the drying lakebed may find its way into human bodies -directly through ingestion and indirect more PR

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, April 9 -- The University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * New Shoots for an Old Building Material * While the University of Pittsburgh's Kent Harries, PhD, FASCE, FACI, FIIFC, PEng, claims to have stumbled into bamboo research, today he is helping lead the charge to advance bamboo testing and design standards worldwide and to foster a thriving international community that sees its tremendous potential. "Bamboo is an inc more PR

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, April 9 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * NMSU art history student receives J. Paul Taylor Social Justice Award * Each year, New Mexico State University's Department of Political Science, Public Law and Administration presents its Social Justice Award to an NMSU faculty member, staff or student who has worked to help create a more just society. This year's award goes to Guinivere Mayse, a senior double-majoring in history and art  more PR

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, April 9 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * NMSU earns national recognition in U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings * New Mexico State University has been recognized among the nation's top institutions in the newly released 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools rankings, with several programs earning national distinction across a wide range of disciplines. Among the university's highest-ranked more PR

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, April 9 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * NMSU Food Safety Laboratory transforms into premier hub of innovation * Karla Villalobos Porras considers it an honor and a great responsibility to be the first Ph.D. student in food science at New Mexico State University, working alongside her adviser at the NMSU Food Safety Laboratory. "My motivation to pursue a Ph.D. in food science stems from a strong commitment to food safety, resear more PR

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, April 9 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * NMSU's Center of Excellence addresses New Mexico's critical agricultural needs * New Mexico State University has been a driver of agricultural innovation and research since its founding in 1888. To build on that legacy, the New Mexico Legislature and NMSU established an interdisciplinary research and education institute in the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences  more PR

ITHACA, New York, April 9 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Northeast farmers could profit from grass-fed beef if they expand, join forces * New York state and New England have optimal conditions for grass-fed beef production - with an abundance of pasturelands and forage - but higher production costs have made farmers wary of expanding operations. In a new analysis, published in Agricultural Systems on March 25, researchers find that grass-fed beef can compete with gr more PR

WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The Northwestern University Center for Human-Computer Interaction + Design, a collaboration between McCormick School of Engineering and the School of Communication, hosted a symposium titled Creative Agency in the Age of AI to investigate how generative technology is transforming the creative process. Researchers, designers, and artists gathered to explore human-AI collaboration and the shifting roles within creative teams. Liz Gerber, codirector of the center and profess more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 9 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * Ohio State honors 2026 Innovators of the Year * At the Enterprise for Research, Innovation and Knowledge's annual Research and Innovation Showcase, Luiz Meirelles, Akshay Sood and Hannah Myers were named Ohio State Innovators of the Year. Innovator of the Year: Luiz Meirelles, DDS, MS, PhD Luiz Meirelles, assistant professor of Dentistry, was named as The Ohio State University 2026 Innovator of the Year.  more PR

OXFORD, Mississippi, April 9 -- The University of Mississippi issued the following news: * * * Ole Miss Goldwater Scholar Searches Molecules for Life's Origins * OXFORD, Miss. - Sealed in the frozen dust of a distant comet, there may be a molecule that helps explain how life began. University of Mississippi junior Nathaniel Carlson is trying to find it from an Ole Miss computer lab. The chemistry major from Apex, North Carolina, recently joined a select group of students named as a Goldwat more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, April 9 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * Oncology pharmacist day spotlight: Doctoral scholar in cancer research advancing cancer detection * Oncology pharmacists bring deep clinical expertise in oncology medications, immunotherapies, and supportive care, helping optimize outcomes while minimizing side effects and medication-related risks. Often working behind the scenes, their impact is felt every day in infusion centers,  more PR

OLIVET, Michigan, April 9 -- The University of Olivet posted the following news: * * * Online Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Become an LPC with a CACREP-Aligned Program * If you're researching how to become a licensed professional counselor (LPC), choosing the right graduate program is one of the most important decisions you'll make. The Online Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at The University of Olivet is a 60-credit, CACREP -aligned counseling program  more PR

MEDIA, Pennsylvania, April 10 -- The Pennsylvania State University Brandywine Campus issued the following news: * * * Penn State Brandywine joins the Commonwealth Arboreta Network By Ava Clements Penn State Brandywine is deepening its connection to nature and sustainability through its membership in the Commonwealth Arboreta Network. Founded in 2023, the Penn State Commonwealth Arboreta Network is a community dedicated to uniting campuses across Pennsylvania through environmental and tree kn more PR

HOUGHTON, Michigan, April 10 -- Michigan Technological University issued the following news release: * * * PhD Powerhouse: Tech Fellowship to Launch New Era of Computing, Engineering Research The Colleges of Computing and Engineering at Michigan Technological University are teaming up to launch a new doctoral fellowship that attracts and nurtures top-tier researchers from both fields. Dennis Livesay, the Dave House Dean of Michigan Tech's College of Computing, and Michelle Scherer, dean of t more PR

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 9 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Piazza Center releases hazing prevention report * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Penn State's Timothy J. Piazza Center for Fraternity and Sorority Research has issued a new policy and practice report, titled the " Charge for Change: Building Safer Campuses Now with Research-Informed Hazing Prevention." The report provides high-impact, data-informed policies and evidence-based prevention strategi more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 9 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Pitch perfect: FSU student wins People's Choice Award at ACC InVenture Prize competition * A Florida State University student created a buzz by impressing a panel of judges at the Shark-Tank-style ACC InVenture Prize competition held at the University of Notre Dame. Hugo Davies, majoring in STEM entrepreneurship with a concentration in computer science, earned the coveted People's Choice Award at the more PR

PORTLAND, Oregon, April 10 (TNSrep) -- Portland State University issued the following news release: * * * PSU study: Unhoused individuals want permanent housing, face steep financial barriers New Pathways report centers 541 voices to uncover the most effective solutions for homelessness * As local governments and service providers search for the most effective ways to support people experiencing homelessness, a new report from Portland State University centers problem solving on the experie more PR

WESTVILLE, Indiana, April 10 -- Purdue University Northwest issued the following news release: * * * Purdue University Northwest Earns National Carnegie Research University designation Purdue University Northwest (PNW) researchers have earned over $70 million in research and development funds since 2021, a major achievement that has helped the university earn the Research Colleges and Universities designation from the American Council for Education (ACE) and Carnegie Foundation for the Advanc more PR

ITHACA, New York, April 9 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Qualcomm acquires Cornell AI software startup * Exostellar, a startup born from Cornell research, has achieved an outcome many entrepreneurs dream of - acquisition by a Fortune 500 company. Qualcomm acquired Exostellar, launched in 2018 by computer science professors Hakim Weatherspoon and Robbert van Renesse and former postdoctoral researcher Zhiming Shen, Ph.D. '17, in March. "They say 99% of companies fai more PR

LOGAN, Utah, April 9 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * Reframing Public Perceptions: A Student's Research on EV Consumers * Science fiction has come to life as adoption of electric vehicles -not to mention the technology that supports them -progresses. In fact, Utah has seen EVs make up 10% of vehicle sales consistently for several years, according to the Utah Tax Commission's new vehicle sales reports. All of this points to why Bridger Porter, the Huntsman School o more PR

KOKOMO, Indiana, April 10 -- Indiana University Kokomo campus issued the following news: * * * Regional campuses prepare IU students for professions critical to small communities The IU Impact: Innovative workforce development programs at Indiana University's regional campuses give high schoolers a headstart on their career and Hoosiers a clear pathway to high-demand fields. * The country is experiencing severe labor shortages in education and healthcare. Indiana is no exception, and the c more PR

WASHINGTON, April 10 (TNSxrep) -- Individuals experiencing rejection sensitivity disorder face intense emotional reactions to perceived criticism or disapproval because of how the brain processes social cues. Kathy Richardson, assistant professor of clinical mental health counseling at Lebanon Valley College, explained that people with this condition may find common interactions, such as supervisor feedback or minor social slights, deeply distressing. Research indicates that these heightened re more PR

WASHINGTON, April 9 (TNSjou) -- Research from Northwestern University and the Chicago Botanic Garden indicates that certain cultivated plants bred for visual appeal can provide support for bees and butterflies, offering an accessible entry point for home gardeners. The study, published in the journal Ecosphere, compared native wildtype plants with cultivated varieties to determine their effectiveness in attracting insects. Nicholas Dorian, a postdoctoral research associate and lead author of th more PR

WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSjou) -- Researchers at the Yale School of Environment have found that while frontline communities and the general public share similar levels of concern regarding global warming, their fears diverge sharply concerning immediate consequences like extreme heat and power outages. According to the document, Frontline Communities, Climate Change Hits Home as Extreme Heat and Power Outages, published in the journal One Earth, those living in frontline areas are more concerned a more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, April 9 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice scientists discover new way metals bind oxygen, possibly starting 'new chapter' in chemistry * Iron and oxygen bind together throughout the body. Most famously, iron binds dioxygen, or two oxygens paired with each other, in hemoglobin that transports oxygen through blood. But iron-oxo compounds, as they're called, are found in many other places throughout the body. For example, the highly reactive iron-o more PR

ROCHESTER, New York, April 9 (TNSjou) -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * Improved phonon laser developed by Rochester researchers New laser can be used in measuring gravity, testing quantum physics, and making new sources of sound at the microscopic scale * A joint project between RIT and the University of Rochester has developed a new squeezed phonon laser that provides precise control over individual particles of sound or vibration. Mishkat Bhat more PR

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, April 10 -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * New Jerseyans Give Sherrill Solid Ratings at 100 Days, but Uncertainty Remains Gov. Mikie Sherrill nears the end of her first 100 days in office with ratings on par with New Jersey governors of recent past and marks that indicate an electorate still forming its opinions of the new state leader, according to the latest Rutgers-Eagleton Poll. Now that Sherrill has assumed office, 44% have a favorable imp more PR

BRISTOL, Rhode Island, April 9 -- Roger Williams University posted the following news: * * * RWU Day of Law and Justice Showcases Powerful Combinations at the State House * PROVIDENCE, R.I. - In the chambers where Rhode Island's legislation is debated and decided, Roger Williams University brought its work in law and justice directly into conversation with the state's civic process. Held at the Rhode Island State House on April 2, RWU Day of Law and Justice convened students, faculty, and  more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, April 9 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Scientists uncover new method to generate protein datasets for training AI * Protein engineering is a field primed for artificial intelligence research. Each protein is made up of amino acids; to optimize a protein function, researchers modify proteins by switching out one of 20 different amino acids for another. For a protein that is just 50 amino acids in length, this leads to approximately 1.13x1065 potent more PR

BROOKINGS, South Dakota, April 9 -- South Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * SDSU faculty, students work to preserve Oceti Sakowin language * For centuries, Oceti Sakowin -including the Lakota, Dakota and Nakota dialects -was the human language that flowed over the prairie. A forced assimilation campaign tried to extinguish it. "Four years ago, I would have jumped on the bandwagon and said Lakota was an endangered language," South Dakota State University senior Dasani more PR

LEXINGTON, Kentucky, April 9 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news: * * * Sen. McConnell visits UK to celebrate federal funding for UK projects * U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell joined University of Kentucky President Eli Capilouto and Eric Frankl, president & CEO of Blue Grass Airport, on Wednesday to celebrate federal funding McConnell secured for the Lexington region. As a senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, McConnell secured nearly $2.6 billion in federal  more PR

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 9 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Simple vineyard growing practice impacts soil microbiome deep below surface * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Pennsylvania is the fourth largest wine producer in the United States, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. The industry supports nearly 11,000 jobs and directly contributes $1.77 billion to the state economy annually. In an effort to produce more and better grapes at a  more PR

CARBONDALE, Illinois, April 9 -- Southern Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * SIU Carbondale students earn Thrasher undergraduate research awards Seven Southern Illinois University Carbondale undergraduate students are receiving Susan C. Thrasher Undergraduate Research Fund awards to work with a faculty mentor on a research project during 2026-2027 academic year. Sponsored by SIU Carbondale's Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research, the award supports research or  more PR

ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, April 10 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release: * * * Setman lecture explores the hidden risks of human-AI bonds On March 26, Dr. Stephen Setman, assistant professor of Philosophy, gave an invited AI Ethics lecture at the University of West Georgia sponsored by the Philosophy program and the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. This opportunity represented a continuation of Setman's research into the intersection between socia more PR

LOGAN, Utah, April 9 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * Student Bill Tracking Effort Helps Utah Stakeholders Follow Major Natural Resource Legislation * Students at Utah State University helped stakeholders and the public follow major land, water, air and energy legislation during the 2026 Utah legislative session through the work of the Janet Quinney Lawson Institute for Land, Water & Air's student-led policy pod. That work was highlighted March 26, when the institu more PR

LOS ANGELES, California, April 9 -- The University of California posted the following news release: * * * Student homelessness climbs sharply across Los Angeles County, UCLA study shows * Between school years 2022-23 and 2023-24, student homelessness rose 30% among K-12 students in Los Angeles County, according to a new analysis by the UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools. An estimated 61,249 students experienced homelessness in the county during the 2023-24 school year. The rate  more PR

HAMILTON, New York, April 9 -- Colgate University posted the following news: * * * Student-Faculty Research at Colgate: A New Measure of Hunger Through the Gut Microbiome * The global hunger crisis affects more than 8% of the world's population, transcending borders and hitting hardest in developing nations. During the spring and fall of 2025, Associate Professor of Epidemiology Bineyam Taye and Angie Zhu '26 conducted a study, supported by a grant from the Picker Interdisciplinary Science I more PR

DURHAM, North Carolina, April 8 -- North Carolina Central University issued the following news: * * * Students Go for the Gold in Cali * The North Carolina Central University (NCCU) Honda All-Star Challenge (HCASC) team has qualified to participate in the 37th Annual Honda Campus All-Star Challenge National Championship Tournament (NCT) to compete for a $100,000 institutional grant. The tournament will take place on April 11-14, 2026 in Torrance, California. NCCU participated in the HCASC  more PR

DALLAS, Texas, April 8 -- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center posted the following news release: * * * Study finds new approach to lowering blood pressure * DALLAS - April 08, 2026 - A multifaceted, team-based care strategy significantly reduced blood pressure (BP) in low-income patients with uncontrolled hypertension, according to a study led by researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center. Their findings, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, could eventually l more PR

WASHINGTON, April 10 (TNSjou) -- A blood test known as apolipoprotein B provides a more effective and cost-efficient method for preventing heart attacks and strokes compared to standard cholesterol measures, according to a study from Northwestern Medicine. The research, published in JAMA, indicates that apolipoprotein B, or apoB, surpasses LDL and non-HDL cholesterol in guiding therapy for patients in the U.S. seeking to lower their risk of cardiovascular disease. Ciaran Kohli-Lynch, assistant  more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 9 -- Temple University posted the following news: * * * Temple researchers analyze the impact of NBA All-Star Weekend * The Sport Industry Research Center partnered with the NBA, the Los Angeles Clippers and the city of Los Angeles to analyze the fan experience and economic impact of February's NBA All-Star Weekend. SIRC's partnerships have included the Chicago Sports Commission, the Laver Cup, the NBA, and teams like the Los Angeles Clippers and Golden St more PR

COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, April 9 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: * * * Tennessee Tech to host statewide AI conference focused on turning research into real-world impact * Tennessee Tech University will host a statewide gathering of leaders in artificial intelligence this spring, bringing together experts from academia, industry and government for a day focused on accelerating innovation and economic growth. The conference, titled "From Lab to Market:  more PR

STORRS, Connecticut, April 9 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news: * * * Testing a Tiny Skin Patch is Teaching UConn Researchers About Your Aging Immune System * As we age, we can begin to notice wrinkling and thinner, thirstier, more sensitive skin. This is because our aging bodies can experience a slower immune system response due to our usually protective immune T-cells no longer working well or simply becoming exhausted. Our aging skin is then more prone to chronic  more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, April 10 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Revitalized Omega Chi Epsilon hosts chemical engineering seminar The society is seeking to gain exposure by planning student events for the semester as well as providing selfless service to the chemical engineering department with a focus on advancing scholarship and academic integrity. By Raven Wuebker, College of Engineering The Omega Chi Epsilon (OXE) Chemical Engineering more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, April 9 (TNSjou) -- Texas A&M University School of Public Health issued the following news on April 7, 2026: * * * For older adults with mild cognitive impairment, exercise can be crucial to sleep quality Study finds high-intensity activities are best for sleep, followed by light exercise--but moderate exercise may have little impact * Staying active is known to improve sleep, but the research findings are mixed regarding the best workout. Some studies say light walk more PR

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, April 9 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * The flawed fundamentals of failing banks * Bank runs are dramatic: Picture Depression-era footage of customers lined up, trying to get their deposits back. Or recall Lehmann Brothers emptying out in 2008 or Silicon Valley Bank collapsing in 2023. But what causes these runs in the first place? One viewpoint is that something of a self-fulfilling prophecy is involved. Panic spreads more PR

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 9 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Thirty-one graduate students receive awards at the 2026 Graduate Exhibition * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Thirty-one Penn State graduate students earned awards at the 2026 Graduate Exhibition, hosted by the J. Jeffrey and Ann Marie Fox Graduate School on Friday, March 27, on the University Park campus. The Graduate Exhibition is the premier annual community showcase for graduate student resea more PR

TROY, Alabama, April 9 -- Troy University issued the following news: * * * Troy University announces 2025-2026 Honors Student Council leadership * Troy University has announced the 2025-2026 Honors Student Council (HSC), a group of students selected to serve as leaders for the University Honors Program. The primary student advisory body to the Honors Program, HSC members will work closely with program leadership to strengthen the Honors community, represent student interests and develop in more PR

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, April 9 -- The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * TSUAg and UTIA Collaborate to Enhance Tennessee Agriculture and Forestry * Joint research efforts offer potential support for Tennessee producers and industry NASHVILLE, Tenn. -The Tennessee State University College of Agriculture (TSUAg) and the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA) have launched a joint seed funding program to support collaborat more PR

NEW YORK, April 9 -- Fordham University posted the following news: * * * Two Fordham Students Earn Goldwater Scholarship for STEM Research * For the third year in a row, two Fordham students have been awarded the Goldwater Scholarship, the most prestigious national award for undergraduates pursuing STEM research. As 2026 Goldwater Scholars, Fordham juniors Liana Cutter and Jenna Cain will each receive up to $7,500 and join a network of more than 11,000 scholars recognized over the past 40  more PR

ALBANY, New York, April 10 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news: * * * U.S. News & World Report 2026 Rankings Highlight UAlbany Graduate Programs By Amy Geduldig The newly released 2026 Best Graduate School rankings by U.S. News & World Report continue to highlight the University at Albany's strength across a range of disciplines, reflecting the University's commitment to academic excellence, research and student success. UAlbany received strong placements in degree progr more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 9 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * U.S. News & World Report ranks UT San Antonio among best graduate schools * The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) continues to earn national recognition for its graduate programs, reflecting a commitment to academic excellence, innovation and impact. In the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings, more than two dozen UT San Antonio graduate programs are r more PR

BUFFALO, New York, April 9 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * UB study rethinks the dropout-crime connection * By Bert Gambini BUFFALO, N.Y. - Dropping out of high school has been linked to higher rates of delinquency and lower socioeconomic status, but thinking of high school dropouts collectively, as one group, is a flawed belief that could be affecting interventions. "Not all dropouts are the same," says Ashley Barr, Ph more PR

DAVIS, California, April 8 -- The University of California Davis posted the following news: * * * UC Davis Launches Aggie Venture Accelerator to Advance Early-Stage Life Science Innovation * The UC Davis Innovation and Economic Development Office has launched the Aggie Venture Accelerator, an initiative designed to support early-stage startups developing solutions at the intersection of life science, food and health. Delivered in partnership with The March Group, a thematic early-stage ventu more PR

LOS ANGELES, California, April 9 -- The University of California posted the following news release: * * * UCLA researcher teams up with NASA to map the Earth in unprecedented 3D detail * Key takeaways * The Earth Dynamics Geodetic Explorer, or EDGE, will map the Earth's topography, vegetation, ice and coastal regions with unprecedented 3D detail. * Set to launch in 2030, the new satellite will provide scientists with a detailed look at how the texture of the Earth's surface is changing more PR

ATHENS, Georgia, April 10 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news: * * * UGA College of Public Health moves up 12 spots in U.S. News Ranking The University of Georgia College of Public Health is rising in the rankings. In an impressive climb for 2026, the college rose 12 spots in the latest U.S. News & World Report ranking for Best Public Health Schools. This increase recognizes the college's growing program offerings, strong research funding, high career placement rate follo more PR

CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 10 (TNSjou) -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news: * * * 'Mini-brain' shines light on concussions Model shows how injuries create cascade of effects across cell, leading to neurodegenerative disease By Michael Miller, 513/556-6757, michael.miller3@uc.edu A biomedical engineering professor at the University of Cincinnati is doggedly pursuing answers to one of medicine's black boxes: concussions and other traumatic brain injuries. Concussions are a more PR

CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 10 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news: * * * Long before machine guns, ancient Romans used this rapid-fire weapon Smithsonian highlights UC research at Pompeii By Michael Miller, 513/556-6757, michael.miller3@uc.edu Smithsonian magazine highlighted the work of a University of Cincinnati professor who supervised archaeological research in the ancient city of Pompeii. UC Classics Professor Steven Ellis was co-director of a research project that  more PR

BOULDER, Colorado, April 9 -- The University of Colorado Boulder Leeds School of Business issued the following Q&A on April 8, 2026, by Katy Marquardt Hill with professor of entrepreneurship Jeff York: * * * Why climate action is one of today's biggest business opportunities Can startups help solve climate change and make money doing it? As federal policy grows less predictable, entrepreneurs are stepping in to fill the gap with new ideas, technologies and business models. CU Boulder Today s more PR

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, April 10 -- The University of Colorado issued the following news release: * * * Faculty Spotlight: Nathan Morris - Thermoregulation research From Canada to Australia to Denmark and ultimately Colorado Springs, Nathan Morris, Ph.D., has spent his career studying how the human body regulates temperature. Now an Assistant Professor of Human Physiology and Nutrition at the Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Beth-El College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Morris leads research more PR

HONOLULU, Hawaii, April 10 -- The University of Hawaii issued the following news release: * * * National grant funds Direct2UH initiative to simplify college path for students The University of Hawaii has been selected as one of 10 recipients of a national grant from Lumina Foundation's Great Admissions Redesign initiative to expand its Direct2UH program. The $400,000 grant is part of the foundation's $3.5 million investment to simplify the college admissions process and expand student access more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, April 10 -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * University of Houston Advances Quantum Initiative Symposium with IonQ and industry leaders highlight UH's coordinated push in quantum research and workforce development By J.J. Adams, 713-743-8960, jadams23@central.uh.edu As part of its Quantum Initiative, the University of Houston convened global industry leader IonQ, national laboratory partners and energy executives for the symposium, "Powering the Fut more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, April 10 (TNSjou) -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * University of Houston Researcher Uncovers the Mathematical Signature of Fair Competition Key Takeaways * A University of Houston researcher and his team identified what may be a universal mathematical pattern that helps distinguish selective, high-performing competitive environments from those that are either too biased or too permissive. * Contrary to popular assumptions, the study suggests that more PR

LAFAYETTE, Louisiana, April 10 -- The University of Louisiana Lafayette campus issued the following news: * * * Graduate programs recognized in U.S. News' 2026 'best of' rankings Enrolling at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a good choice for students interested in earning an advanced degree, according to U.S. News & World Report. U.S. News' 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings released Tuesday recognized UL Lafayette in a range of areas. The publication's annual rankings are desi more PR

FREDERICKSBURG, Virginia, April 10 -- The University of Mary Washington issued the following news: * * * New Medical Office Manager Course to Help Meet Community Health Needs By Sarah Hertz Mahoney When a medical office runs well, patients feel it. That's the thinking behind a new University of Mary Washington opportunity that pulls double duty for the Fredericksburg area - meeting the educational needs of healthcare professionals while addressing the medical needs of the broader community.  more PR

COLLEGE PARK, Maryland, April 10 -- The University of Maryland issued the following news release: * * * Jeanette Epps to Deliver University of Maryland's 2026 Commencement Address The NASA astronaut and UMD alumna will address graduates of the state's flagship university at the campus ceremony on May 20, 2026 * The University of Maryland announced today that astronaut, aerospace engineer and UMD alumna Jeanette Epps, M.S. '94, Ph.D. '00 will deliver the university's commencement address on more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 10 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * A pocket-sized personal trainer: AI-written texts aim to get older adults moving Artificial intelligence can write text messages encouraging physical activity that most older adults consider appropriate and good quality, but their feelings about AI--and if they know AI wrote the message--impact their response, a new study in the Journals of Gerontology suggests. The research is an important  more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 10 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * What's in your cart? New tech helps shoppers make healthier, affordable food choices A new tech-driven tool is changing how people shop for groceries--especially in communities where healthy food can be hard to access. Researchers from the University of Michigan, University of Notre Dame and Purdue University developed a system that combines real-time store prices, nutrition data and persona more PR

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, April 9 -- The University of Minnesota issued the following news release: * * * University of Minnesota surpasses 300-startup milestone A one-minute breath test device that detects lung cancer. A process to safely strip "forever chemicals" from the water supply. Hardware designed to slash AI energy consumption. These are just some of the discoveries being transformed into real-world solutions by researchers at the University of Minnesota. The University is celebrating more PR

OMAHA, Nebraska, April 10 -- The University of Nebraska Omaha Campus issued the following news: * * * Maverick Store Launches New Adoption and Insights Portal for Course Materials Submitting adoptions early and directly through the Maverick Store helps ensure students have access to the correct materials at the most affordable price. * The Maverick Store, in partnership with the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) and Barnes & Noble College, has launched a new Adoption and Insights Portal more PR

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, April 10 -- The University of North Florida issued the following news: * * * UNF Sets Donor Record During Giving Day 2026 The University of North Florida's 2026 Giving Day on April 8 raised more than $1.7 million from 5,884 donors, racing past the goal of 4,750 donors and marking UNF's largest single day of donor participation. This year's donors included students, faculty, staff, alumni, family, corporate partners and friends of the university. With more than 120 fund more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, April 10 (TNSjou) -- The University of Texas issued the following news release: * * * First Clearly Documented Split in World's Largest Known Chimpanzee Community Leads to Deadly Violence After decades of stable social bonds, a rare and permanent split among a chimpanzee group in Uganda led to deadly violence between former companions, offering insight into the underlying social dynamics that may also shape conflict in human societies. The largest group of wild chimpanzees kno more PR

SEATTLE, Washington, April 10 (TNSjou) -- The University of Washington School of Medicine posted the following news release: * * * Drug-resistant Shigella threatens young children globally Severe infections are common and often hard to treat, underscoring urgent need for a vaccine, researchers say. * Patients wait for clinic visits at the Bondo Sub-County Hospital in Siaya County, Kenya. A global study found drug-resistant bacteria is causing severe infections, mainly in children. During t more PR

LAS VEGAS, Nevada, April 10 (TNSrpt) -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus issued the following news: * * * Inaugural State of AI in Gaming Report Establishes Benchmark for AI Practice and Policy Across the Global Gambling Industry Report reveals operators and regulators with high ambitions but significant gaps in governance, oversight, and AI maturity. * The UNLV International Gaming Institute's (IGI) AI Research Hub (AiR Hub) in collaboration with KPMG LLP, the U.S. audit, tax and  more PR

LOS ANGELES, California, April 9 -- The University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine issued the following news release: * * * USC researchers awarded NIH grant to build a new model of hippocampal neurodegeneration in Alzheimer's disease With a new model of the brain region essential to memory formation, from cells to whole-brain networks, the team hopes to identify critical changes in the progression of Alzheimer's disease that could point the way to earlier, more effective treat more PR

SAN DIEGO, California, April 10 -- The University of San Diego issued the following news release: * * * USD Faculty Recognized for Research and Mentorship In the Mother Hill Rosalie Reading Room, the past and future of USD research were on display -- not just as a reflection of scholarly achievement, but as a signal of the university's accelerating investment in research growth. As USD builds toward a 30% increase in research activity by 2030, events like this mark a shift from recognition to more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, April 10 -- The University of St. Thomas Houston campus issued the following news: * * * UST Researcher Explores Why Young Catholics Are Returning to Their Faith News outlets across the United States are reporting on the growing number of young people returning to the Catholic faith. Recent research suggests that the reasons may be closer to home than many expect. At the University of St. Thomas, Dr. Timothy Reilly, associate professor of Psychology, is studying how faith is more PR

TYLER, Texas, April 10 (TNSjou) -- The University of Texas Tyler campus issued the following news release: * * * UT Tyler School of Medicine Professor Optimizes New Antibiotic Treatment for Lung Disease Dr. Shashikant Srivastava, a professor at The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine, optimized a new antibiotic combination for the treatment of Mycobacterium abscessus lung disease. His study was published in Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy, an American Society for Microbiolog more PR

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, April 9 -- The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * UTIA Researchers Focus on Cattle Genetics, Rumen Cells and Microbes to Improve Feed Efficiency * NIFA awards five-year grant to animal science faculty KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - Beef production depends heavily on how efficiently cattle convert feed into energy. By winning a federal award, University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture researchers are studying this proces more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, April 10 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Class of 2026: Jon Graham traded the School of Rock for the School of Education The Ph.D. student and former musician got a late start in higher education, but even a doctorate isn't his encore at VCU. By Sian Wilkerson As a teenager fresh out of high school, Jon Graham wanted to live out his rock star dreams - and for a while, that's exactly what he did, forming several bands with his friends  more PR

WASHINGTON, April 9 -- Scholars and community leaders gathered in St. Louis on April 1 to accelerate the translation of academic research into actionable policy regarding the well-being of refugees. The session, hosted by the Clark-Fox Policy Institute at the WashU Brown School, focused on the experiences of new Americans and refugees. Jason Jabbari, assistant professor and faculty director of the institute, stated that the organization is committed to moving research more quickly into policy i more PR

WASHINGTON, April 9 -- Two students from Western New England University received Pediatric Oncology Student Training grants from the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation to conduct research on high-risk neuroblastoma. The grants provide $5,000 each to support summer training and research efforts in pediatric cancer. Undergraduate student Marwa Dreah, working under the mentorship of associate professor Ingo Koomoa-Lange, plans to examine immune-driven calcium signaling and survival pathways in aggre more PR

ITHACA, New York, April 9 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Why trade wars land harder in some states * The current trade war doesn't affect American states evenly. New research by Wendong Zhang and collaborators from Ohio State University finds that the risks from escalating tariffs with Canada and Mexico, the United States' closest agricultural partners, fall along geographic lines, exposing some states to steep losses while leaving others relatively unscathed. At th more PR

LA JOLLA, California, April 9 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * Why We Still Lack a Global Fitness Plan and How to Fix It * This commentary by Michael Pratt, MD, MSPE, MPH, a professor at the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science at UC San Diego with decades of research experience in physical activity surveillance and measurement as well as health policy, argues that physical activity must shift from an individual more PR

TUCSON, Arizona, April 9 -- The University of Arizona posted the following news release: * * * Wild chimpanzees demonstrate rare instance of division and collective violence * The largest group of wild chimpanzees known to scientists has permanently split into warring factions. In a study published in Science, an international team of researchers, including a University of Arizona primatologist, report this rare event, building on three decades of observations on the Ngogo chimpanzees in Kib more PR

BROOKINGS, South Dakota, April 9 -- South Dakota State University posted the following news: * * * Wildlife, fisheries senior to showcase hypoxia study at Student Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity Day * South Dakota State University's annual Student Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity Day will feature a wide range of student projects on April 14, including 14 undergraduate research projects funded by the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences for the 2025-2 more PR

WORCESTER, Massachusetts, April 9 -- Clark University posted the following news: * * * Will Long Island Sound residents forgo greener, lusher lawns to protect their children and pets? * Clark economist contributes to new tool aimed at curbing fertilizer 'hot spots' and polluted waterways With its 600 miles of coastline and 220 beaches, Long Island Sound generates a multi-billion-dollar "blue economy" for Connecticut and New York each year. The critical estuary harbors over 1,300 wildlife s more PR

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 9 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Winners announced for 18th annual Materials Visualization Competition * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -The winners of the 18th annual Materials Visualization Competition (MVC) have been announced. MVC is a scientific visual and artistic competition that celebrates the quality of research in materials at Penn State and promotes awareness of materials science through visualization. MVC is sponsored  more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 9 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * Winners of the 2026 UChicago Science as Art competition announced * The University of Chicago has announced the winners of its 2026 " Science as Art " contest, which highlights images resulting from research from the UChicago community. From mathematics to meteorites, the entries display the gorgeous landscape of scientific research going on every day at the University of Chicago. "Yin and Yang: Harm more PR

SPARTANBURG, South Carolina, April 10 -- Wofford College issued the following news: * * * Hipp Lecture Series Wofford to host 30th Prime Minister of Australia on April 17 Wofford College will host a lecture by the Hon. Scott Morrison AC, the 30th prime minister of Australia, on April 17 at 6 p.m. Morrison will discuss cooperation among the AUKUS nations (Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States) and its effects in the Indo-Pacific region. Morrison's visit is part of the Hipp Lect more PR

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 9 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Woskob family's philanthropic legacy grows with latest $1M commitment * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Penn State alumnus George Woskob, and his wife, Nina, are continuing their family's philanthropic investment in the College of Agricultural Sciences with a new $1 million commitment to the Woskob New Century Fund. Since its creation, the Woskob Ukraine New Century Fund has supported the exchang more PR

KENT, Ohio, April 9 -- Wright State University posted the following news: * * * Wright State's Boonshoft School of Medicine ranked No. 1 in Ohio for producing primary care physicians in U.S. News rankings * Wright State University's Boonshoft School of Medicine is ranked No. 1 in Ohio for producing primary care physicians in U.S. News and World Report's 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings. Nationally, the Boonshoft School of Medicine ranks 43rd -placing it in the top 25% -among 172 medical more PR

NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, April 9 -- Yale University issued the following news: * * * Yale senior selected as Gaither Junior Fellow As a Gaither Junior Fellow, Maxwell Fisher will work alongside senior scholars at the American Statecraft Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace this fall. Yale senior Maxwell Fisher has been named a James C. Gaither Fellow by the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. The one-year fellowship offers work experience to individuals intereste more PR

NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, April 9 (TNSjou) -- Yale University issued the following news: * * * Why Do Newborns Need the Vitamin K Shot? A Yale Medicine pediatric expert explains how a simple shot at birth prevents dangerous--and potentially fatal--bleeding. By Carrie Macmillan The vitamin K shot is one of the most effective preventive measures in newborn care. Without it, newborns face a serious risk of vitamin K deficiency bleeding (VKDB)--a rare but potentially fatal bleeding disorder that more PR