Science and Technology

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

Abceutics, Inc., a startup at UB, acquired by biopharma company Merck
4/5/24
Acquisition includes novel platform technology designed to improve the safety and efficacy of an important emerging class of cancer medicines.
UB geoscientists to help photograph total solar eclipse for NASA
4/2/24
Teams across the path of totality will take advantage of a rare opportunity to observe the sun’s atmosphere.
UB awarded $1.25 million grant to create clean energy research hub
4/1/24
The project, supported by Sens. Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, will tap UB’s expertise in materials science, advanced manufacturing, AI and more.
Copprium moves its copper ink tech closer to marketplace with UB’s guidance
3/29/24
The conductive ink startup was spun out from university’s Business and Entrepreneur Partnerships office.
From Earth to Mars: Transporting spin information at the speed of light
3/28/24
Scientists transfer electron spin to photons, a quantum tech advancement that could offer rapid communication over interplanetary distances.
To capture methane emissions, scientists create nanoshell catalysts
3/27/24
The catalysts can be used for dry reforming, an industrial process that turns greenhouse gases into useful chemicals.
UB distributes over 12,000 NSF eclipse glasses to local students
3/26/24
Eyewear protection, provided at no cost to schools, will allow thousands of kids to safely view April 8 event.
UB senior receives Gates Cambridge Scholarship
3/13/24
A native of Johnstown, New York, Sydney Swedick will receive a full scholarship to attend the University of Cambridge.
UB, partners awarded $2.8 million semiconductor research grant to improve nation’s power grid
3/11/24
The project, funded by the Department of Energy, aims to help prevent blackouts, make electricity delivery more efficient.
UB, partners work to make algae fuel more efficient, affordable
3/8/24
Team is employing polyculture farming, AI and other tools to detect pests before they infect algae.

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