News Releases

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

Mechanical cues reprogram normal cell lines into stem-like cells
12/10/14
BUFFALO, N.Y. – Scientists at the University at Buffalo and other institutions have turned cells normally used as model cells, known as immortalized cells, into stem or, as they call it, “stem-like” cells, using nothing more than mechanical stress. They have done it without employing the potentially hazardous techniques previously used to obtain similar results.
Media Advisory: Local science celebs and pros to debut in new interactive kiosks unveiled at Buffalo Museum of Science
12/10/14
Interactive video kiosks that allow patrons to hear words of advice and inspiration from local professionals employed in STEM fields (science, technology, engineering and math) will be unveiled at the Buffalo Museum of Science as part of a new effort to inspire students to pursue STEM careers.
Teen smoking: Deeper analysis of statistics needed, study finds
12/10/14
In measuring teen nicotine use, public health agencies often rely on data that are too crude, researchers say.
iSciWNY and UB’s CBLS to honor future life sciences professionals at induction ceremony
12/9/14
iSciWNY and the University at Buffalo’s New York State Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Life Sciences (CBLS) will celebrate the next generation of life sciences professionals at an induction ceremony for the 2017 class of the West Seneca Central School District Academy of Life Sciences.
Media Advisory: UB nutritionists aim to inspire kids at “Fuel Up to Play 60” at the Ralph
12/8/14
UB students will team up with the National Football League to host an event encouraging more than 100 kids to eat healthy and be physically active.
Media Advisory: Therapy dogs visit UB and help students with final exam stress
12/8/14
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The University at Buffalo Libraries will bring therapy dogs to campus to help students cope with stress while preparing for final exams.
Does smoking hamper treatment for alcohol abuse?
12/8/14
A new study has shown that smoking can inhibit the success of treatment for alcohol abuse, putting people who are addicted to both tobacco and alcohol in a double bind.
UB TCIE spring business improvement classes include two new offerings
12/8/14
The courses, which range from half-day seminars to a 9-month certification program, assist professionals with improving personal and company performance.
Exploring arts, humanities is now mandatory for UB medical students
12/5/14
On Dec. 5, first-year medical students at the University at Buffalo School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences will participate in a new requirement: attending the First Year Humanities Day.
Quiet as a mouse, but so much to hear
12/4/14
Micheal L. Dent, a University at Buffalo psychologist, listens to what is inaudible to others. And what she’s hearing might one day help us better understand human hearing loss.