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NIH grant to support study of salivary gland regeneration
3/16/26
The goal of the work is to repair and regenerate glands that affect eating, speech and quality of life.
Jacobs School to celebrate 180th anniversary
3/13/26
President Satish K. Tripathi and Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes will be honored at the Night of Distinction.
Working to close the food gap
3/13/26
UB public health researcher Lucia Leone develops programs to help people get the most out of the food they receive.
How juvenile legal system can support — or fail — our youth
3/12/26
A new study shows different services can benefit or harm youth on probation, potentially leading to rehabilitation or future arrest.
UB neurologist co-author on JAMA Neurology paper
3/12/26
The paper, co-authored by Bianca Weinstock-Guttman, further strengthens the connection between multiple sclerosis and the Epstein-Barr virus.
‘Life According to Hoda’
3/12/26
The former "TODAY" show co-anchor shared some life lessons during the finale of the 2025-26 Distinguished Speakers Series.
Tripathi to receive Norton Medal
3/12/26
UB's president will end his tenure by receiving the university's highest honor.
UB, Broadview announce $31 million partnership
3/11/26
The agreement will result in new names for UB Stadium and Alumni Arena, and financial support for student-athletes and the broader student body.
Advancing solvent-based recycling for flexible plastics
3/11/26
New UB studies suggest the energy-efficient and eco-friendly approach could help reuse millions of tons of plastics.
Alley to keynote joint Arctic, glaciology meeting at UB
3/10/26
The talk by the climate expert is part of the joint event exploring how Earth’s poles shape our climate, landscapes and future.
UB scientists use AI to help develop new HIV treatment
3/10/26
A new class of powerful antibodies may make medication necessary only once or twice a year in some patients.
UB expertise spotlighted on SUNY Research Connect
3/9/26
The research portal, which includes UB Research Connect, will advance research and collaboration in SUNY and beyond.

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Photographs, slideshows and videos capturing life at UB

Smiles for veterans
Volunteers from the School of Dental Medicine turned out to brighten the smiles of veterans at the Dentistry Smiles on Veterans event March 6. Patients had an opportunity to establish a new dental home and students gained an understanding of giving back to the community, the broader impact of interprofessional collaboration on patient outcomes and whole-body wellness. Photos: Cass McAllister
Published March 18, 2026

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Explore the Behling Human Simulation Center

Designed as a "clinical sim gym," the center provides realistic space, modern equipment and expert facilitation so individuals and teams can repeatedly practice, refine and strengthen their craft in a safe learning environment.

Net-works The entry of Hayes Hall was transformed last month by "Net-Works: Dark Matter and the Periphery," a collective project experiment co-designed with School of Architecture and Planning students. The installation explored the periphery in Buffalo — buildings, spaces and communities that are part of the everyday and hold significance, history and less-told narratives — as a space that holds power and demands study. Here, adjuct instructor Albert Chao (right) chats with a visitor at the opening reception. Photo: Douglas Levere
Net-Works
The entry of Hayes Hall was transformed last month by "Net-Works: Dark Matter and the Periphery," a collective project experiment co-designed with School of Architecture and Planning students. The installation explored the periphery in Buffalo — buildings, spaces and communities that are part of the everyday and hold significance, history and less-told narratives — as a space that holds power and demands study. Here, adjuct instructor Albert Chao (right) chats with a visitor at the opening reception. Photo: Douglas Levere
Published March 19, 2026