News Releases

All of the latest news about our university. (by topic)

Socially distanced chemistry for kids: Join the U.S. Crystal Growing Competition!
9/17/20
The contest, founded by a UB chemistry professor, takes on new meaning in a pandemic.
Shoes with ‘toe springs’ give your feet a break, but beware of long-term pain
9/17/20
A feature of many shoes, especially athletic shoes, toe springs require less muscle work which could eventually lead to inflammation, other problems.
UB Theatre and Dance Announces 2020 Fall Season
9/17/20
The University at Buffalo Department of Theatre and Dance will adapt to a virtual format for the fall season’s lineup of musicals, plays and dance performances.
Buffalo's spirit drew visiting professor to stick around
9/16/20
Mwenso’s course, part of the second year of programming for the UB Arts Collaboratory, is a collaboration with George Caldwell.
Sharp attention explains why the early bird gets the worm
9/15/20
UB research suggests that birds can focus on sounds around them nearly as well as humans.
Predicting the path of COVID-19 from Wuhan to Buffalo
9/15/20
When the COVID-19 pandemic caused the temporary shutdown of UB research laboratories last March, UB biochemist Jennifer Surtees, like many of her colleagues, couldn’t help but consider how her expertise might be applied to the novel coronavirus.
UB law clinic prevails in Niagara County public records case
9/15/20
Shielded from public view for 24 years, the ruling allows the public to assess whether legislators have financial conflicts that may influence their decision-making
UB, Alfred State strike electrical engineering program agreement
9/15/20
Funding awarded two years ago by New York State Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo’s Climate Jobs NY initiative is the catalyst for the partnership.
UB again ranked among top public universities
9/14/20
For the seventh consecutive year, UB is ranked among the nation’s Top 50 Public Universities, coming in at No. 34. UB also ranks No. 88 among Best National Universities, public and private, according to U.S. News.
Can melatonin treat COVID-19? A UB pioneer in melatonin research and colleagues launch a clinical trial to find out
9/14/20
Inexpensive and widely available melatonin could be particularly helpful in treating underserved patients who test positive for COVID-19.