News and Events

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News

  • More than 400 discuss ‘How We Change the Black East Side’
    3/11/24

    At one of the largest public gatherings ever hosted by UB's medical school, over 400 East Side residents, academics, and community advocates gathered to discuss the East Side Neighborhood Transformation Project, a novel approach for neighborhood revitalization aimed at radically transforming communities located on the Black East Side.

  • UB engineering professor lands $1.5 million grant to create clean hydrogen
    3/7/24

    A UB-led research team has just secured $1.5 million in funding, including $1.17 million from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), to develop a two-year project that works to produce clean hydrogen, furthering UB's committment to achiveing carbon neutrality across campuses by 2030.

  • Women’s symposium explores social justice — and the struggle to achieve it
    3/6/24

    A recent UB women's symposium kicked off Women’s History Month, delving into a diverse array of subjects revolving around social justice and its contemporary challenges. Multiple speakers were present and panelists fielded questions regarding self-identity and suggested avenues for continued activism. 

  • UB experts, grad students contribute to NYS climate change report
    2/29/24

    New York State officials released a groundbreaking climate change report featuring crucial contributions from the University at Buffalo. In partnership with UB's Resilient Buildings Lab, the report offers vital strategies for safeguarding against climate impacts, showcasing UB's leadership in climate resilience research. UB's pivotal role underscores its commitment to addressing climate change, aligning with Vice President Kamala Harris's recognition of UB's sustainability research as a national model.

Signature Initiatives and Events

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Transforming our Tomorrow.
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