Science and Technology

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

UB CAT invests $253,000 in six life sciences companies
9/12/22
The companies are developing treatments for cancer, neurovascular diseases and more.
UB scientists to study how ancient climate change altered ecosystems in Southeast Alaska
9/12/22
Researching the past could provide important insights into how climate change may impact ecosystems today.
Studies in Bangladesh detail how e-waste recycling exposes workers to chemicals
9/12/22
UB’s Nirupam Aich is working with partners in Bangladesh to research pollution and health risks associated with this industry.
Biomedical engineers aim to develop more effective TB vaccine
9/9/22
The work is funded for $1.4 million over three years by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
UB engineering researchers receive NSF CAREER awards totaling $2.3 million
9/7/22
Their projects will tackle pressing societal concerns ranging from racial inequality in the U.S. to PFAS pollution, the need for better semiconductors, and energy conservation.
The evolution of mucus: How did we get all this slime?
8/26/22
In mammals, proteins called mucins evolved — again and again — by co-opting non-mucin proteins in a surprising way, study suggests.
UB’s Diana Aga named fellow of the American Chemical Society
8/8/22
Aga, director of the UB RENEW Institute, is a globally recognized leader in environmental and analytical chemistry.
Do ‘bouncing universes’ have a beginning?
8/4/22
Some cosmological models propose that the universe expands and contracts in infinite cycles, but new research finds a crucial flaw in the latest version of this theory.
Earbuds may soon detect ear infections, other ailments
8/4/22
Study shows AI-backed earbud system is 82.6% accurate in spotting common ear infections, ruptured eardrums and earwax blockage.
Nanoshell catalysts turn greenhouse gases into useful chemicals
8/2/22
Two University at Buffalo-led studies show promise for dry reforming of methane, an industrial process that could slow the pace of climate change.

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