Community Partnerships

News about partnerships and programs that support the local community, including community-led initiatives. (see all topics)

WNY patients can access COVID-19 clinical trials via UB partnership
12/18/20
The UB Center for Integrated Global Biomedical Sciences and clinical trial services provider Circuit Clinical have partnered to provide Western New York patients access to clinical studies that investigate COVID-19 diagnostics, prevention and treatment.
UB donates hundreds of reusable face masks and face shields made by faculty and students to the Buffalo City Mission
12/3/20
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The University at Buffalo has donated more than 200 reusable 3D-printed face masks and 100 face shields to the Buffalo City Mission for distribution to its clients and staff.
Students around world create COVID-themed comics through UB program
11/23/20
A team of UB researchers used the power of storytelling through comic books to help high school students around the world better understand the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
UB selected to host 54-hour LaunchPad Startup Weekend
10/20/20
The fast-paced event will give students a chance to collaborate virtually, a sought-after skill in today’s world.
Panel to celebrate life of Mary Talbert, namesake of Talbert Way at UB
9/18/20
A virtual panel discussion on Sept. 24 will celebrate Mary Burnett Talbert, a Buffalo resident who was famous in her time for her tireless work in advancing human rights.
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.
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
To study and improve plastics recycling, New York State turns to UB RENEW Institute
9/9/20
Multidisciplinary UB research group awarded nearly $2 million from DEC to assess plastic recycling industry, educate public.
Fortune names UB graduate student and Buffalo native, Raven Baxter, to 40 Under 40
9/8/20
Fortune has named University at Buffalo graduate student Raven Baxter to the magazine’s exclusive 40 Under 40 list of emerging leaders in the field of health care.
Patricia Diaz named director of UB’s Microbiome Center
9/4/20
Patricia Diaz, Professor of Empire Innovation in the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, has been named the new director of the UB Microbiome Center.

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