Science and Technology

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

UB-led renewable energy project aims to leverage Buffalo’s past while improving region’s future
11/15/17
Goal of Localizing Buffalo’s Renewable Energy Future is to create 100 megawatts of renewable energy, mostly in the form of solar power, while revitalizing the region.
A giant, prehistoric otter's surprisingly powerful bite
11/9/17
The extinct otter had an unexpectedly sturdy jaw, suggesting that the animal may have been a top predator.
UB coral scientist headed to Caribbean to study hurricane’s effects
11/7/17
Howard Lasker will spend two weeks aboard a research vessel docked in waters of the Virgin Islands National Park.
Science & Art Cabaret to interpret ‘Finnegans Wake’ through music, a talk on artificial intelligence, and more
10/26/17
James Joyce’s ‘Finnegans Wake’ is considered one of the English language’s most difficult reads.
UB geoscientist wins AAPG Eastern Section’s highest honor
10/26/17
Robert Jacobi, a native of Olean, is an expert on geologic faults and fractures.
How Neanderthals influenced human genetics at the crossroads of Asia and Europe
10/24/17
The region holds a unique position in the story of human evolution, UB scientists say.
Germs on smartphone? UB engineer receives grant for light-based disinfection innovation.
10/23/17
The $75,000 award, from FuzeHub, is a partnership with WNY startups CleanSlate UV and Grantwood Technologies.
The end of pneumonia? New vaccine offers hope.
10/20/17
Vaccine under development provides the “most comprehensive coverage” to date and alleviates antimicrobial concerns, new study finds.
Three UB projects funded to explain genetics to Western New Yorkers
10/19/17
Three University at Buffalo projects have received funding from the Genome, Environment and Microbiome Community of Excellence (GEM) to create new and innovative ways to educate and engage teachers and the public in genetics.
Ready, set, GROW! UB chemist’s crystal contest gives kids nationwide a chance to shine
10/19/17
Children have five weeks to grow the biggest, most beautiful crystals, with a chance to win a cash prize.

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