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  • Composition of various conditions impacting health inequities: (clockwise from top left) access to healthy foods, neighborhood, schools, healthcare.
    For researchers and community groups focused on reversing health inequities in Buffalo, new UB website is go-to resource
    4/2/21

    The Community Health Equity Research Institute has launched its website,  an important tool to be used by community groups and partners, giving them a voice in the impactful community research being conducted at UB.

  • Portrait of artist Cecily Brown in her studio.
    UB Arts Collaboratory to welcome renowned painter for an extended community project
    4/6/21

    Cecily Brown will collaborate with local artists and storytellers as part of her first public art project.

  • Judge's gavel.
    Panel to discuss equity in legal education and the profession
    4/7/21

    Educators, judges, practitioners and activists will discuss how to ensure students of color are better prepared and supported as the become attorneys. 

  • Lots of computer wires in computing facility.
    UB, partners awarded $300,000 to expand high-speed internet in Fruit Belt
    4/8/21

    Additional partners include The John R. Oishei Foundation, Kaleida Health, Community Tech NY.

  • Graphic of the interlocking UB logo.
    UB statement on J&J vaccine
    4/13/21

    In coordination with SUNY and following FDA and CDC recommendations, UB will pause plans to use the single-dose Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine.

  • The concept of self-centeredness, featuring a small figure wearing a crown and cape, standing on the word "me.".
    Mindfulness can make you selfish. But there’s a way to help prevent it
    4/13/21

    New study by UB researchers demonstrates the surprising downsides of mindfulness, while also offering easy ways to minimize those consequences ─ both of which have practical implications for mindfulness training.

  • graphene aerogel balancing on a tissue.
    Finally, 3D-printed graphene aerogels for water treatment
    4/14/21

    Study shows how to make stable and large aerogels that remove heavy metals, organic solvents, organic dyes.

  • Carine Mardorossian standing outside, holding a copy of the book, Death Is But a Dream, which has a pink cover.
    ‘Death Is But a Dream’: Partnering to tell stories about the end of life
    4/15/21

    UB professor Carine Mardorossian, a writer and author, has worked with hospice doctor Christopher Kerr on projects that explore end-of-life experiences from the perspective of both patients and caregivers.

  • UB to allow limited guests at commencement
    4/16/21

    UB will conduct 17 in-person commencement ceremonies and four recognition and certificate events between April 30 and May 16, with a limited number of guests allowed to attend based on capacity restrictions.

  • Chalk drawing of the digestive system.
    New, preclinical technique gives scientists a 3D, in vivo picture of intestinal motility disorders
    4/21/21

    Researchers have developed a technique that for the first time reveals how food moves through the gut in free-moving animals in real time.

     

  • Amy Vilz standing in room next to stored boxes behind open door.
    Late UB archivist Amy Vilz receives NYS Outstanding Librarian Award
    4/20/21

    UB archivist Amy Vilz was among 11 librarians to receive the honor.The award recognizes New York librarians “who go above and beyond to serve their communities.” 

  • Portrait of UB President Satish K. Tripathi.
    Statement from UB President Satish K. Tripathi on Chauvin verdict
    4/20/21

    Deep-seated hurt, sadness and anger that George Floyd’s murder evoked cannot be wiped away with the reading of a guilty verdict, UB president says in message to campus community.

  • White interlocking U and B on top of the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ seal, pictured as part of a blue background.
    Study provides detailed look at intriguing property of chiral materials
    4/21/21

    The research focuses on light-matter interactions in chiral materials under a magnetic field.

  • Glowing orange lava exits from volcanic vents that are starting to form into cone-like shapes.
    Iceland’s Fagradalsfjall is erupting. This UB expert helps predict where lava may go
    4/21/21

    Mattia de’ Michieli Vitturi, a geology faculty member and a mathematician, uses computational modeling to help officials in Iceland understand where lava may flow.

  • A tree frames a picture of the UB Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Life Sciences .
    UB’s Buffalo Institute for Genomics’ partnership spurs growth in Buffalo’s life sciences industry
    4/21/21

    The BIG program was created to leverage and advance life science innovations in thr greater Buffalo area.

  • A picture of a 3D printer, with certain parts such as the Y-axis motor and extruder, labeled.
    Study: ‘Fingerprint’ for 3D printer accurate 92% of time
    4/21/21

    ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ researchers identify machines by their unique ‘hot end,’ could aid intellectual property, security.

  • Photo of a new solar array being constructed on UB's North Campus, east of Millersport Highway.
    UB’s climate action efforts rank No. 1 in the world in THE Impact Rankings
    4/22/21

    UB rated highly for its performance in climate action research, low-carbon energy use, environmental education measures and commitment to carbon neutrality.

  • Screen capture of virtual performances for the Jacobs School virtual talent show.
    Media Advisory: In virtual talent show, UB medical school students and faculty share artistic sides
    4/26/21

    At the end of this extraordinary academic year, the Jacobs School community is coming together, virtually, to showcase the artistic talents they pursue in their “off” hours and to have some fun.

     

  • A view from the courtyard shows the progress of the light-timber roof framing.
    Construction nears completion on inclusive coffee facility in the Congo
    4/27/21

    UB architects and the Polus Center are behind a project that could create significant change across the coffee industry, while providing economic opportunities for landmine survivors and people with disabilities.

  • Medical background with DNA and ECG.
    Study: Many children with cardiomyopathy have a genetic mutation but few are screened
    4/28/21

    A national, UB-led study on genes in pediatric cardiomyopathy demonstrates strong evidence for routine genetic screening in children with the disease. 

  • Michael Cain, vice president for health sciences and dean of the Jacobs School, stands with a model of the new medical school building that would be built on the Downtown Campus. Photo: Douglas Levere.
    UB’s Cain stepping down as VP, Jacobs School dean
    4/27/21

    After serving 15 years as dean of the Jacobs School and 10 years as vice president for health sciences, Cain will assume a faculty position in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine in the Jacobs School’s Department of Medicine.

  • Bronze bison statue on North Campus.
    Media advisory: UB to make major fundraising announcement Thursday on medical campus
    4/28/21

    The announcement relates to UB's $650 million Boldly Buffalo campaign.

  • Portrait of Mary Bush in lab.
    Forensic dentist Mary Bush honored by American Academy of Forensic Sciences
    4/28/21

    UB forensic dentist Mary Bush has received the 2021 Reidar F. Sognnaes Award of Excellence in Forensic Odontology from the American Academy of Forensic Sciences. She is the first woman to receive the honor.

  • Bison statue on North Campus.
    UB extends Boldly Buffalo campaign with historic $1 billion goal
    4/29/21

    With an original goal of $650 million, donors have committed more than $711 million to date.

  • Graphic of the interlocking UB logo.
    UB statement on allegations of sexual assault and harassment in the Jacobs School
    4/29/21

    UB takes all allegations of sexual violence and assault on and off campus very seriously. Nothing is more important than the safety and welfare of the members of our community, university says in a statement.

  • Man provides dental care to woman lying on table.
    Dental professor provides free care, fuel for Syrian refugees throughout pandemic
    4/29/21

    Through the UB Global Miles for Smiles program, UB professor Othman Shibly traveled to Lebanon and Syria to deliver oral health care, fuel, medical supplies and more.

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