TRAINING EXERCISE. Jeffrey Hammond of the state Health Department receives a flu shot from Cindy Schulte as part of a training exercise held on Nov. 8 on the South Campus to help public health officials rehearse a response to a medical emergency. (Photo: Nancy J. Parisi)
UB receives IGERT grant
UB has received a prestigious $3.1 million grant to train a new generation of environmental experts using the ecological treasures of Western New York and the Great Lakes Basin as a "living laboratory." » Full Story
A leader in international enrollment
UB has maintained its leadership position among America’s major public research universities in terms of percentage of enrollment represented by international students, according to the latest annual "Open Doors" report of the Institute of International Education. » Full Story
Only laptops are screened quickly. A study by UB researchers has found that long lines of passengers at airport security checkpoints prompt screeners to speed up, but only when inspecting laptop computers.
Landmark clinical trial. The ability of insulin to limit heart-tissue damage during a heart attack will be tested in a study led by UB faculty member Paresh Dandona.
Melodia joins engineering faculty. Life has been a whirlwind this fall for new engineering faculty member Tommaso Melodia—a new job, a new home and a new baby, all within the past few months.
Faculty recitals wrap up semester. The Department of Music will conclude the fall semester of the 2007-08 concert season with recitals by faculty members Alison d’Amato and Roland E. Martin, as well as numerous student concerts.
Less video, more play? UB researchers are examining whether teens will fill their time with physical activity if they can’t watch TV or play video games.
Niro to exhibit in CFA. An exhibition featuring the film and photographic work of internationally renowned Mohawk artist Shelley Niro will open with a reception Nov. 29 in the UB Art Gallery.
Transforming space with urban waste. Adjunct faculty member Dennis Maher uses discarded building materials to create sculptures, paintings and environmental installations that he usually installs in city buildings slated for demolition or restoration.
Academic improvement. The football team's improvement in academics, as well as the strong performance of other UB teams in the NCAA Academic Progress Rate program, were topics of discussion at yesterday's meeting of the Faculty Senate Executive Committee.