Awards

News about awards and recognition earned by UB and members of our community. (see all topics)

Jacobs School invites alumni, faculty and health care community partners to celebrate 180th anniversary and honor President Tripathi, Hon. Peoples-Stokes
3/9/26
The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences will mark its 180th anniversary at a Night of Distinction on May 2, recognizing leaders whose vision continues to shape health care in Western New York.
UB researchers to study how replacement ‘forever chemicals’ build up in fish
3/3/26
DoD-funded project will investigate how fluorotelomers, once thought to be safer PFAS alternatives, penetrate zebrafish cells.
Andrew Whittaker elected to National Academy of Engineering
2/23/26
An earthquake engineer, Whittaker’s work has made ‘countless communities and structures safer and more resilient.’
University at Buffalo named a top producer of U.S. Fulbright scholars
2/3/26
UB is one of 25 institutions nationwide to receive the designation.
UB online programs in nursing, engineering management among top 10 nationwide
1/27/26
The rankings, from U.S. News & World Report, highlight the excellence of these innovative educational courses.
Annahita Ball and Yunju Nam named SSWR fellows
1/12/26
The fellowship honors scholars who advance research that addresses issues of social work practice and policy, and promotes a diverse, equitable and just society.
Heidi Julien receives lifetime achievement award from Association for Information Science and Technology
1/5/26
Merit award recognizes professor’s numerous contributions to information science field.
Mukherjee receives Society for Risk Analysis Distinguished Young Risk Analyst Award
12/22/25
Mukherjee’s research advances the field of risk science by integrating operations research and artificial intelligence.
UB’s Sathy Balu-Iyer named 2025 fellow in the National Academy of Inventors
12/11/25
Pharmacy professor’s research work, numerous patents lead to inclusion in prestigious organization.
UB student Miles Stefko chosen for National Grid Youth Advisory Council
12/10/25
Stefko will shape grantmaking decisions, develop leadership skills and drive meaningful community impact.