URochester researchers and clinicians are helping the world understand the science of sleep—including how it might be one of the most consequential forces in human health.

The cover story in the spring 2026 issue of Rochester Review shines a (night)light on these discoveries that have helped unlock the mysteries of why we sleep and how we can improve our sleep, chronicles a night in the sleep lab, and explores the significance of lullabies.

University flags on the Eastman Quadrangle and near the entrance of Strong Memorial Hospital’s Emergency Department, and the flags atop the Eastman Theatre at the corner of Gibbs and Main Streets, will be lowered on Tuesday, June 30, for pioneering ophthalmic surgeon James Aquavella, the Catherine E. Aquavella Distinguished Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology, who died on May 14. Aquavella is remembered as a devoted doctor, a forward-thinking researcher, mentor, and University supporter.

Together with Children’s National Research Institute and George Washington University, URochester Medicine announces the launch of the NIH-funded TEAMS Program (Together Everyone Achieves More in Science), a national training initiative designed to help early-career biomedical researchers become exceptional team leaders, mentors, and collaborators. Over a ten-month training period, participants engage in structured coursework, peer mentorship, and experiential learning designed to enhance their ability to build, lead, and sustain high-performing, multidisciplinary research teams.

Attend a free Zoom session today, June 9, at 12:30 p.m. for a rundown of what you can expect from the Flourishing in Medicine Core Workshop scheduled for October 14–16. This is your chance to get answers directly from a co-founder and facilitator about the program, from session topics and exercises to benefits and success stories from previous attendees. The Core workshop is approved for tuition reimbursement for eligible URochester employees. Register to attend the session.

Progress is far more likely when your work in psychotherapy extends beyond the therapy room and into your everyday life. Read more about the necessity of doing psychotherapy “homework” in Behavioral Health Partners’ June blog.

Tasty Tuesdays continue throughout the summer, running every Tuesday through August 4 on Wilson Quadrangle, River Campus, between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The event is open to all URochester students, staff, and faculty from any campus.

Members of the URochester community and their families are invited to march in the Rochester Pride parade on Saturday, July 18. Line-up starts at 9:45 a.m.; the parade begins at 11 a.m. Find a full FAQ here. Shirt availability is extremely limited, and not everyone who requests one will get one. Register by June 10 to request a shirt. If you have questions about registration, email Jordan Oatman.