In a new study, URochester scientists—including Thomas Weber, an associate professor of Earth and environmental sciences, and graduate student Shengyu Wang and postdoctoral research associate Hairong Xu in Weber’s lab—identify how warming oceans may trigger increased methane emissions, adding a key insight for current climate models.

If you’ve been thinking about ditching your glasses or contacts, you might be wondering: Is now a good time for LASIK surgery? Scott MacRae, a professor of ophthalmology and at the Center for Visual Science, shares what to consider before scheduling laser vision correction.

Each year, the University celebrates National Student Employment Week, honoring students across the country who balance both rigorous coursework and campus employment. If you see a student employee this week, be sure to thank them for all of their hard work.

There’s still time to RSVP for the LGBTQ Life faculty and staff social happening on Tuesday, April 14, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Join the Paul J. Burgett Intercultural Center in 305 Douglass Commons for an afternoon of coffee, tea, treats, and meaningful connections with colleagues. RSVP to help ensure there’s enough food for everyone. Faculty and staff who don’t RSVP are still welcome to attend.

Book background-checked caregivers online, in the app, or by phone, quickly and easily through Care.com. Adult backup care provides trusted, in-home support for older loved ones, giving you peace of mind when regular care isn’t available, or extra help is needed. Eligible employees receive 10 subsidized backup care days per year and pay for caregivers with a flat hourly co-pay based on salary. Visit the family care web page for eligibility information or to enroll.

The 37th annual Genetics Day takes place today, April 13, and features keynote speaker Cori Bargmann, the Torsten N. Wiesel Professor at The Rockefeller University. Find the full schedule here.

Celebrate Peach Cobbler Day at Douglass Dining Center, where you can order a special serving of the treat during lunch today, April 13.

Students, staff, and faculty are invited to join Health Promotion and the Monroe County IMPACT Team for an opioid overdose prevention training on Wednesday, April 15, from noon to 1 p.m. in Havens Lounge, Wilson Commons. This training will equip participants with the knowledge and skills to respond to opioid overdoses effectively. All attendees aged 18 and older will receive a free Narcan kit. Register today to reserve your spot.

Join the Democracy Center and The Little Theatre for a screening and discussion of Celluloid Underground, Ehsan Khoshbakht’s autobiographical documentary. The screening takes place on Friday, April 17, at 6 p.m. Tickets are free for URochester students with a student ID. All others can purchase a ticket at the door or online.

Celebrate over 100 years of Track and Field at URochester on April 18 from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Goergen Athletic Center with former teammates, current team members, coaches, and family. Advance registration is required.

Anna Drubich, an award-winning film composer originally from Moscow and now based in LA, will discuss the art of film composition and her career as a film composer in Russia and America. The evening will include samples of her work. Find more information and attend on Tuesday, April 21, from 5 to 7 p.m. in Morey Hall, Room 321.

Author Kirstin Valdez Quade will be the final guest for this year’s Plutzik Reading Series on Wednesday, April 22, from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Welles-Brown Room, Rush Rhees Library. She will read from her recent works, answer audience questions, and sign copies of her books, which will be available for purchase.

Want to support a graduating student whose family and friends can’t attend their ceremony? You can make a meaningful difference by volunteering to host a grad. Hosts offer support by taking pictures and videos and attending a department ceremony on Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16, or Sunday, May 17.

Please note that host-student pairings will be based on preferences and the availability of graduates. Apply by Monday, May 4. Contact iso@rochester.edu for more information or with questions.

Starting today, the Paul J. Burgett Intercultural Center will feature a free lemonade bar for students every Monday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. No need to RSVP.

Health Promotion and Title IX host an interactive lunch-and-learn on Monday, April 17, focusing on how to maintain a strong sense of self while building and navigating relationships with others. Register on CCC.

Graduate students and postdocs in the School of Arts & Sciences and the Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences are invited to a workshop on translating their research for non-expert audiences. Participants will learn strategies to make complex work accessible to non-experts, with an emphasis on storytelling principles for clear, engaging communication. Register here to attend on Monday, April 20, from 12:30 to 2 p.m.

On the most recent episode of Check Your Health, President Sarah Mangelsdorf and Shaun Nelms, vice president for community partnerships, discussed the University’s enduring presence in Rochester, its influence throughout the region, and the vision for the years ahead.

The annual Undergraduate Research Poster Expo was held last week, with 120 students enthusiastically sharing their research findings. Meet the Professors’ Choice winners from the event. You can also explore the research posters and abstracts on the virtual poster platform.