TASTE OF SPRING. Charles J. Smith, associate professor of music, and his dog, Ransom, take advantage of the recent spring-like weather to play some frisbee outside Baird Hall on the North Campus. (Photo: Donna Longenecker)
Research funding hits $239.7 million, a record for UB
Research funding is up by 28 percent in 2002, a increase of $52.9 million over the previous year. » Full Story
UB seeks comment on self-study
UB has completed a draft of its self-study report for reaccreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and is seeking comment from the university community. » Full Story
$1.5 million gift to benefit philosophy. Edna Romanell continues the legacy of her late husband, philosopher Patrick Romanell, with funding for a professorship and lecuture series in the Department of Philosophy.
Leading education in China. Zhou Ji, a graduate of the UB mechanical and aerospace engineering programs, has been named the new minister of education in the People's Republic of China.
Webliography offers information on Iraq. Information on why the U.S. invaded Iraq, the region's history, its geopolitics and other details on the war can be found on a Web site developed by a group of UB librarians.
Linking teaching with service work. UB chemistry professor Joseph Gardella has been honored with a national award for using his expertise to empower communities looking to resolve environmental issues.
Public art project highlights neigborhood. "What About Bellevue?" is a self-guided tour highlighting the Cheektowaga community's prevalent historic, industrial, environmental and social themes through an interactive community art project.
Downside of a low-fat diet. UB study finds that competitive female runners who eat a low-fat diet may risk injury.
Revealing mysteries of circadian rhythms. Scientists from the School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences are helping to solve the mysteries of the mammalian biological clock.
Geologist studies how to manage water amid politics. Water, not oil, will be the focus of future regional disputes in the Middle East, UB researcher says.
Study predicts Boeing downsizing. UB geographers expect the airplane manufacturer to exit from passenger jet manufacturing.