Science and Technology

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

How sugar-loving microbes could help power future cars
11/22/21
In a new study, genetically engineered E. coli eat glucose, then help turn it into molecules found in gasoline.
Live long and prosper: Study examines genetic gems in Galápagos giant tortoise genomes
11/18/21
These big turtles have extra copies of genes that may help them age well and evade cancer, and the creatures’ cells respond to stress in ways that may help to prevent disease, scientists conclude.
Study examines plastic bag bans at consumer recycling sites
11/17/21
Findings point to a need for public education to reduce recycling stream contamination, University at Buffalo researchers say.
These model liquid organelles are viscoelastic fluids. You know, like Silly Putty!
11/16/21
New research illuminates the properties of protein-RNA droplets.
UB and partners study high-temperature flexible hybrid electronics
11/4/21
Funded by NextFlex, the project will involve Binghamton University, Buffalo-based Tapecon, Inc. and Corning Inc.
Let’s talk about the 1,800-plus ‘young’ volcanoes in the U.S. Southwest
11/3/21
A study presents a broad survey of monogenetic volcanoes younger than 2.58 million years in the U.S. Southwest.
What’s missing from forest mortality projections? A look underground
10/19/21
To understand how these ecosystems will respond to the pressures of climate change, a new study considers what goes on below the forest floor.
A new method – inspired by kid’s pop-up books – for making 3D artificial tissue
10/14/21
The advancement could help improve experimental drug testing, artificial organs and more.
UB team earns bronze in Alexa socialbot competition
10/13/21
Team Proto, made up of four PhD students, took part in the Alexa Prize Socialbot Grand Challenge 4 under the direction of computer science and engineering professor Rohini Srihari.
Genetic study explores how human pregnancy is unique
10/11/21
Data from the research could facilitate efforts to prevent and treat adverse pregnancy outcomes, showing the importance of evolutionary medicine.

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