A UB research team is launching a study to determine if family diets can be improved by making healthy ingredients a more appealing and easier choice when using online grocery platforms. The study will help researchers understand early obesity prevention and the development of healthy dietary habits in children.

For students enrolled in EVS 315: Field Ecology at UB with Sandy Geffner, learning often means trading lecture halls for opportunities to observe wildlife and explore diverse ecosystems across Western New York.

The inaugural Western New York regional health equity conference held Oct. 9 brought together researchers, clinicians, public health professionals, community leaders and policymakers to explore collaborative, evidence-based solutions to improve health outcomes for underserved and marginalized populations.

UB HEALS, a street medicine outreach initiative of the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, provides essential healthcare access to those experiencing homelessness in Buffalo. Since 2016, UB HEALS has created a strong bond with the community that it serves through consistency and commitment.