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.

  • UB scientists spend five days on Helheim Glacier
    10/5/22

    Despite fog, wind and scarce resources, the research expedition succeeded in collecting valuable data.

  • UB professor assesses lockdown drills in new book
    10/5/22

    Amanda Nickerson examines the effectiveness of these drills and how they impact children's preparedness, anxiety and sense of safety.

  • Probing Huntington’s disease protein’s function
    9/30/22

    In injured neurons, the huntingtin protein may travel together with important signaling molecules, researchers find.

  • Study validates MBS for adolescents
    9/30/22

    The paper co-authored by UB faculty member Steven Lipshultz found metabolic and bariatric surgery a safe and effective treatment option in cases of severe obesity.

  • Molecules called glycans regulate COVID-19 spike protein function
    9/29/22

    New UB research highlights the role of molecules called N-glycans in SARS-CoV-2 infectivity — and as potential drug targets.

  • COVID-19 projects also training ground for scientists
    9/29/22

    Students are key members of UB teams whose research is helping local officials monitor the prevalence of the coronavirus.

  • Teaching positive content sharing on social media
    9/27/22

    The findings of a UB study offer guidance for leveraging interpersonal goals in ways that could change real-world sharing behavior.

  • Preparing for the next pandemic
    9/27/22

    UB has received a $1 million NSF grant to develop a rapid response system and build community trust.

  • Educating physicians in a post-Roe world
    9/26/22

    Speakers at a recent luncheon addressed the impact of the Dobbs decision on physicians and on the training of OB-GYN students and residents.

  • Testing how ‘safe’ nicotine can help preserve memory
    9/23/22

    The School of Nursing is collaborating on a study that's looking at the potential benefits of nicotine for those with mild memory loss.