Science and Technology

News about the latest UB research in science, engineering and technology, and its impact on society. (see all topics)

How did inbred brown tree snakes take over Guam? Study suggests hidden genetic diversity
7/24/26
Biologists have long wondered how a small number of the invasive species so successfully colonized the island.
UB scientists awarded Genesis Mission grants for AI-focused research
7/24/26
The funding supports UB’s efforts to develop new technologies that boost the nation’s industrial competitiveness, address complex challenges.
Xi Lu selected as AI Research Fellow by Computing Research Association
7/23/26
Information science professor designing AI health systems to better care for underserved communities.
UB Center for Advanced Semiconductor Technologies names new director
7/23/26
Uttam Singisetti will lead the center, which supports the region’s growing semiconductor manufacturing industry.
Canadian wildfire smoke linked to fewer bird sightings in New York State
7/16/26
The study compared air quality data with birdwatching reports, including during historic 2023 wildfire season.
UB trains future AI, cybersecurity and advanced manufacturing workforce
7/10/26
Programs are supported by two National Science Foundation grants totaling $950,000.
Blue lights and textbook chemistry could help create complex drugs in fewer steps
7/10/26
Surprisingly simple tools let chemists modify two carbon atoms in a single reaction.
Quantum optics may turn this rare visual phenomenon into an eye test
7/9/26
Engineered light transforms Boehm’s brushes from a faint visual pattern into a much brighter one that could help catch retinal disease.
New Office of AI Innovation and Integration centralizes AI efforts at UB
7/8/26
The office will connect people and ideas, help guide projects from concept to implementation, and ensure responsible use of AI.
UB physicist receives over $1 million in federal grants for neutral-atom quantum computing research
7/1/26
Jamir Marino explores how to control Rydberg atoms to advance future quantum technologies.