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UB delivers more than $1M to faculty impacted by grant cancellations
4/8/26
UB LAUNCH and UB COMPLETE helped mitigate the negative impacts of the murky federal funding landscape.
UB neurologist discusses Alice in Wonderland syndrome
4/8/26
The condition, which Osman Farooq has studied for more than a decade, distorts perception.
UB expert on eating disorders to lobby for federal funding
4/7/26
Nursing professor Alyssa Hamel will advocate for more funding on Capitol Hill as part of National Eating Disorder Advocacy Day.
NEAR connects graduate students to faculty, staff mentors
4/7/26
The initiative aims to help students address the personal challenges many face while pursuing their advanced degrees.
UB schools among best in U.S. News grad school rankings
4/7/26
UB professional schools and programs are among the best in the nation according to the magazine's new rankings of the nation’s Best Graduate Schools.
FDA approves cancer drug based on trial led by UB researcher
4/6/26
The approval of the drug for patients who are 12 and older with classical Hodgkin lymphoma was based on results of a clinical trial led by Kara Kelly.
Dental school unveils renovated orthodontics clinic
4/6/26
The transformed space has been officially named in honor of C. Brian Preston, a former department chair.
UB study outlines life-enhancement paths for those in long-term care
4/6/26
The findings show that engagement for the residents is more than just offering activities — design and delivery matter.
Complete rehab of Parker part of next round of South Campus construction
4/3/26
An energy hub powered by a geothermal wellfield is also part of the $110-million project.
How one fat molecule can help trigger both cell limbo and cell death
4/3/26
A UB study sheds light on why some cells remain alive but no longer divide.
Art show aims to connect students to climate causes
4/3/26
The “Rooted in Resilience” exhibit of environmentally focused artwork marks the start of Sustainability Month at UB.
Microplastics’ effect on immune system
4/2/26
A study published by UB orthodontics researchers found 3D-printed polymers release higher levels of immunostimulatory particles than traditional ones.

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Onward: Celebrating Creeley
The Poetry Collection of the University Libraries held an opening reception for a new exhibition, on view through the rest of 2026, celebrating the life and work of Buffalo’s beloved poet Robert Creeley (1926-2005). The reception, which took place on March 25 in Special Collections in Capen Hall, is part of Buffalo-wide programming marking the 100th anniversary of the birth of the poet — and longtime UB faculty member. Photos: Douglas Levere
Published April 8, 2026

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The James Joyce Collection

The UB James Joyce Collection has long attracted scholars, students and literary researchers from around the world to Buffalo. Today, the UB Libraries is exploring how to share this renowned collection with a wider and more inclusive audience in Western New York and beyond, with the goal of creating a UB James Joyce Museum in Abbott Library. Visit the UB James Joyce Museum Fund for more information or to donate.

Eye Spy UB #248 Identify the location and send an email to ubnow@buffalo.edu. The name of the winner, selected in a random drawing from among the correct entries, will be published on Friday. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki
Eye Spy UB #248
Identify the location and send an email to ubnow@buffalo.edu. The name of the winner, selected in a random drawing from among the correct entries, will be published on Friday. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki
Published April 6, 2026