Research News

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  • Crystals in a new light
    2/12/26

    A setback in growing light-responsive crystals led UB chemist Jason Benedict and his team to a novel method for mapping molecular arrangements.

  • Determining stem cell treatment
    3/12/15

    UB researcher John Canty Jr. has received a National Institutes of Health grant to try to find out which type of cardiac stem cell therapy will be most effective in treating patients with heart failure.

  • E-cigarette use linked to other risky behavior
    3/12/15

    A study by scientists at UB and Roswell Park Cancer Institute has found that college students who use tobacco products, marijuana and/or binge drink also are more likely to use electronic cigarettes.

  • Helping smokers quit the habit
    3/5/15

    Research by UB and Roswell Park Cancer Institute suggests that taking a popular antismoking medication for several weeks before quitting may make it easier to quit and stay quit.

  • Support for spouses of alcoholics
    3/5/15

    Scientists at UB’s Research Institute on Addictions have found that women with alcoholic partners who face barriers to seeking help may benefit from an Internet-based, interactive support program.

  • Bridge primer
    3/5/15

    Two UB faculty members have co-authored a book on the planning decisions and engineering challenges that surround one of this nation’s most significant pieces of public infrastructure: bridges.

  • Men more narcissistic than women
    3/5/15

    A study from the School of Management found that men consistently scored higher in narcissism across multiple generations and regardless of age.

  • Strengthening food systems
    3/5/15

    Eight communities across the country will receive training and assistance to link family farmers and local residents who lack access to healthy food, thanks to a project spearheaded by UB and partners.

  • NFL schedules could be fairer
    3/2/15

    A mathematical analysis by UB engineers has found that the NFL could do a better job promoting fairness, especially when it comes to scheduling games.

  • Force of nature
    2/26/15

    UB researchers turn to Newton's Laws of Motion to predict chimp behavior.

  • Harsh weather building resilience
    2/26/15

    UB psychologist Mark Seery says enduring negative events like this winter's brutal weather fosters adaptability and resilience.