06 - University at Buffalo

Proposed cancer treatment aims to harness ‘sentinels’ of immune system
6/1/23
Researchers use $2.4 million grant for dendritic cell cancer immunotherapy; will study hybrid drug delivery vehicle that breaks through intracellular traffic jams.
Hilligas named executive director of Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center
6/2/23
Currently executive director of the Lt. Col. Matt Urban Human Services Center of Western New York, Hilligas begins his role at UB on June 12.
UB researcher receives $421,000 grant to improve chances of successful recovery from alcohol abuse
6/7/23
Social work researcher's innovative project will explore how a person’s emotional changes during the early stages of recovery from alcohol use disorder can influence the potential success of their recovery.
Assessment of how climate scientists communicate risk shows imperfections, improvements
6/19/23
The consequences of improving communications are enormous, as civic leaders incorporate climate scientists’ risk assessments into major planning efforts.
UB experts available to discuss wildfire smoke
6/8/23
Experts can address health impacts, how pollution spreads, disaster resilience and more.
Volunteers needed for ‘weeding blitz’ at Fruit Belt community garden
6/9/23
As part of a longstanding initiative to help beautify Buffalo’s Fruit Belt neighborhood, the Center for Urban Studies is organizing a “weeding blitz” from 1-4 p.m. June 16.
UB names new associate vice provost and director of admissions
6/13/23
Ebony Dixon, who previously worked at Alma College in Michigan and SUNY Oswego, will join UB July 5.
UB scientists awarded $1.5 million for hemophilia treatment
6/9/23
EDI, CBLS awards provide additional $850K to UB School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Weight-loss treatment for kids in pediatric primary care works best when it’s family-focused
6/13/23
Family-based treatment for obesity conducted in the pediatrician’s office leads to improved weight-loss outcomes for the treated child and parent, and even extends to untreated siblings.
UB study finds that cliffhangers keep audiences…[to be continued]
6/15/23
Study suggests these popular narrative conclusions are not necessarily a buzzkill when compared to endings that have either the hero or the villain coming out on top.
Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin Together On Stage
6/14/23
Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin will perform at UB's Mainstage Theatre in the Center for the Arts on Friday, Oct. 20, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.
Prescribed exercise after sport-related concussion promotes recovery, according to international systematic review
6/14/23
Prescribed aerobic exercise after a sport-related concussion speeds recovery, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis led by UB researchers and published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
Diffenderfer named VP of University Advancement
6/15/23
A highly accomplished executive, Diffenderfer has been instrumental in leading the University at Buffalo’s largest ever fundraising campaign, Boldly Buffalo.
Media Advisory: UB, Senator Tim Kennedy to announce funding for major cultural project
6/16/23
Funding will allow UB to extend an invitation to visitors from around the world to experience and engage with the university’s unique resources.
UB receives $10 million in New York State funding for construction of a James Joyce Museum
6/16/23
Facility aims to attract a broad global audience to discover and experience the achievements of the renowned Irish author, widely recognized as the most influential literary figure of the 20th century.
Media Advisory: Zimbabwe scholars at UB for faculty development program
6/20/23
The 6-week program includes participants who study everything from pharmacy and physiology to ecology and health information systems.
Julia Czerniak named dean of UB’s School of Architecture and Planning
6/21/23
A highly regarded architectural designer, landscape architect, writer and educator, Czerniak comes to UB from Syracuse University.
UB professor headed group that wrote AHA's first treatment statement for pediatric cardiomyopathy
6/22/23
Steven E. Lipshultz, MD, chaired the writing group that developed the statement, a companion to the association’s 2019 scientific statement focused on diagnosing the condition, an effort that Lipshultz also chaired.
Study: Academic fields valuing ‘brilliance’ less welcoming to women
6/22/23
Review of CVs shows fewer women enter and more leave these fields, a pattern that is explained in part by gender-based prejudice.
Pat Metheny Dream Box Tour at the University at Buffalo Center for the Arts
6/27/23
The UB Center for the Arts will present 20 time Grammy® Award Winning Guitarist and Composer Pat Metheny, who is launching a solo tour, coinciding with his new album release on BMG Modern Recordings, “Dream Box”.
Media Advisory: High schoolers to probe stream water for genetic material at UB workshop
6/27/23
The scientific sleuthing is one of many activities planned at the Eric Pitman Annual Summer Workshop in Computational Science.
Media Advisory: UB to hold groundbreaking Friday for new sports performance center
6/28/23
The 12,000-square-foot Brittany Murchie Mulla Sports Performance Center will double the training space for UB’s student-athletes.
UB engineer Gang Wu receives $3 million as part of the Department of Energy’s Hydrogen Shot
6/27/23
Project will focus on creating efficient, cheap, durable catalysts for hydrogen-powered fuel cell trucks.
UB President Satish K. Tripathi issues statement on Supreme Court’s race-conscious admissions decision
6/29/23
Tripathi reaffirms UB’s commitment to diversity, social justice; says UB will consult with SUNY on decision’s impact.