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University of Kansas names five new distinguished professors
LAWRENCE – Five University of Kansas professors have joined elite company by being named distinguished professors. Sharon Billings and Marta Caminero-Santangelo received the designation of University Distinguished Professor, while Jie Han, Peter Ukpokodu and Lisa Wolf-Wendel received the designation of Roy A. Roberts Distinguished Professor. ...
Nine Jayhawks receive Undergraduate Research Awards for summer
LAWRENCE — This summer, nine University of Kansas students will receive an Undergraduate Research Award (UGRA). UGRA recipients are awarded a $1,000 scholarship as they work on mentored research and creative projects. ...
18 Students selected as recipients of Undergraduate Biology Scholarships
Congratulations to the 18 students selected as recipients for Spring 2022 Undergraduate Biology Scholarships. These Awards include...
KU celebrates undergraduate research
LAWRENCE — Over 215 undergraduate students participated in the 25th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium this year at the University of Kansas. The symposium was entirely online and features oral and poster presentations as well as artist talks and creative displays from many disciplines. Presentations can still be viewed on the...
KU recognizes 13 students with 2022 University Awards, Campanile Award
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas has awarded 13 students with honors that recognize community engagement, leadership and academics. ...
Two KU juniors to compete for Astronaut Scholarships
LAWRENCE — Two outstanding University of Kansas undergraduates, recently named 2022 Goldwater Scholars, are representing KU in the Astronaut Scholarship program. ...
KU, Haskell scholars to present research projects at annual symposium
LAWRENCE – Research on the spread of fungal infections, effectiveness of teletherapy, use of microfluidics for diagnostics, communication strategies of bacteria, and effects of social behavior and stress on brain signaling will be among student work presented at the 22nd annual University of Kansas-Haskell Indian Nations University Student Research Symposium. ...
KU Alumni Honors Beloved Biology Faculty Member
The greatest honor a teacher can receive is the knowledge they have impacted a student's life. Mark Richter, Professor of Molecular Biosciences at the University of Kansas, was known for his deep sense of fairness and compassion when acting as mentor to the 100 plus undergraduates, graduate students and postdoctoral...
Undergraduate Biology Student Researcher: Christopher Kywe
Christopher Kywe is a KU Junior pursuing a B.S. in Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology, with a minor in French. Christopher also founded KU’s chapter of the American Society for Biochemistry & Molecular Biology...
In school record, five KU juniors earn Barry M. Goldwater Scholarships
LAWRENCE — A record number of KU juniors — five — have earned Barry M. Goldwater scholarships, recognizing their achievements in the STEM fields. ...
James Walters receives Fulbright Scholar Award to Czech Republic
LAWRENCE — James Walters, University of Kansas associate professor of ecology & evolutionary biology, has received a Fulbright Scholar Award to conduct research for nine months in the Czech Republic. ...
U.S. News & World Report ranks 51 KU graduate programs in top 50 among public schools
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Groundbreaking projects will be on display at Capitol Graduate Research Summit
LAWRENCE – Eight University of Kansas graduate students from the Lawrence campus and five from KU Medical Center are putting their groundbreaking research on public display. Legislators and the public are invited to learn about the influence of research underway at KU during the 19th annual Capitol Graduate Research Summit...
Global climate teach-in event to offer local perspectives across domains to worldwide event
LAWRENCE — Students, scholars, activists and area professionals will share short presentations about their research and practice as part of a global effort to facilitate discussion around solutions and education for the climate crisis. The climate teach-in will take place from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. March 30 at Maceli’s...
KU increases rank among top US research institutions in National Science Foundation survey
Four researchers named recipients of the University Scholarly Achievement Award
LAWRENCE — Four midcareer faculty members at the University of Kansas will receive an award in recognition of their significant research or scholarly achievements in their field. ...
KU Libraries reach agreement with Public Library of Science to waive author fees for KU researchers
LAWRENCE — KU Libraries have joined a partnership with the Public Library of Science (PLOS) that waives author fees for Lawrence campus researchers. ...
KU Biology Student Researcher: Isabella Del Muro
Isabella is a senior studying Molecular Cellular Biology with a minor in Astrobiology. She was excited by the new minor at KU saying, “I really liked Astronomy and Human & Plant Biology, when I saw the opportunity to do research that combined them both, I got really excited!”...
New publication "Biodiversity and distribution of Isopoda and Polychaeta along the Northwestern Pacific and the Arctic Ocean" by KU's Peterson Lab (Opens in new window)
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KU students to present at Kansas Undergraduate Research Days
LAWRENCE — Ten University of Kansas students will participate in the 2022 Kansas Undergraduate Research Days, which will be March 2-3. ...
KU Biology Student Researcher: Darren Boydston
Darren Boydston is a postbaccalaureate undertaking a year of research as part of the NIH Prep Program. He graduated with a B.S. in Molecular, Cellular &Developmental Biology, and minored in Philosophy. ...
Kansas-based annual biosciences symposium honors university students for research posters, presentations (Opens in new window)
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Five KU juniors competing for Goldwater Scholarships
LAWRENCE — Five University of Kansas students who have been actively involved in undergraduate research during their university careers are competing for Barry M. Goldwater Scholarships, regarded as the premier undergraduate award to encourage excellence in science, engineering and mathematics. ...
Undergraduate Biology Student Researcher: Emily Burt
Emily Burt is a Junior, majoring in Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology, and is minoring in Sociology. ...