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3D computer simulation
Science & Technology
November 21, 2014 | 04:43 pm

Molecular clouds show off potential, beauty of data visualization

“Simulated molecular clouds are beautiful, intricate, and ever-changing — properties that make them ideal candidates for high-powered visualization,” wrote PhD student Erica Kaminski about her award-winning images.

topics: data science, Department of Physics and Astronomy, magnetism, stars, VISTA Collaboratory,
Science & Technology
October 3, 2014 | 05:42 pm

Ebola Q&A: Rochester researchers share their views

Given the widespread attention regarding the current Ebola outbreak in West Africa, four Medical Center faculty with expertise in viral infections field questions about the outbreak, the nature of pandemics, vaccines, and what a U.S. outbreak might look like.

topics: David Topham, drug treatments, ebola, John Treanor, Luis Martinez-Sobrido, School of Medicine and Dentistry,
Robert Doran
Society & Culture
September 12, 2014 | 04:44 pm

Comparative literature professor explores concept of ‘the sublime’

Robert Doran looks at the intense interest in the “sublime” as an aesthetic concept — distinct from and even surpassing “beauty” — in his forthcoming book The Theory of the Sublime from Longinus to Kant.

topics: Department of Modern Languages and Cultures, Robert Doran, School of Arts and Sciences,
large group photo in the Himalayan mountains
Society & Culture
August 8, 2014 | 12:54 pm

Researchers work to understand, prevent hepatitis in Tibet

University of Rochester research often has a global reach. And there is no better example of that than the work Timothy Dye, professor of obstetrics and gynecology, is conducting in India with colleagues to assess hepatitis B among Tibetan refugees.

topics: global engagement, hepatitis, India, School of Medicine and Dentistry, Timothy Dye,
detail from a 16th century painted alterpiece
The Arts
July 28, 2014 | 06:46 pm

First-of-its-kind study connects music, Saint Anne

You will find no references to St. Anne in the New Testament. And yet, from the early 15th to early 16th centuries, the apocryphal mother of the Virgin Mary was a subject of great veneration by women of all social ranks, especially among royalty. In his new book, Michael Alan Anderson, associate professor of musicology at the Eastman School, examines how this devotion was expressed in the music of this time period.

topics: book authors, Eastman School of Music, Michael Alan Anderson, Renaissance, research finding,
scientist holding a large fish and smiling
Science & Technology
July 18, 2014 | 08:20 pm

Lake sturgeon making a comeback in the Genesee

Blood-sampling studies led by comparative medicine professor and chair Jeff Wyatt are showing promising signs for the fish, for the once-troubled embayment of the lower Genesee — and, potentially, for the local economy.

topics: community, Department of Comparative Medicine, environment, Jeff Wyatt, pollution, research finding, School of Medicine and Dentistry, sustainability,
Rob Clark speaking at podium
Science & Technology
July 10, 2014 | 08:00 pm

Robert Clark stresses need for federal research support at National Press Club

Universities can help drive regional economic development and strengthen American competitiveness — but only if the federal government continues to partner with institutions and commits to provide the sustained research funding that is required to, first, discover a good idea, then “translate” it into products and services that benefit society.

topics: announcements, Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, National Press Club, research funding, Robert Clark,
man and woman
University News
November 7, 2012 | 09:09 pm

LeChase Hall to Feature Wentworth Atrium

The Wentworths made the gift “in grateful appreciation to the University for its mission of education and research,” designating it to the “long-term facility needs of the Warner School of Education.”

topics: construction, LeChase Hall, Warner School of Education,
Campus Announcements
August 13, 2012 | 06:36 pm

University Well Represented in Rochester’s First ‘Fringe’ Festival

The YellowJackets and several other University-affiliated performance groups will be featured in the inaugural First Niagara Rochester Fringe Festival, which runs from Sept. 19 to 23 at a variety of locations in Rochester’s East End.

topics: dance, Eastman School of Music, events, First Niagara Rochester Fringe Festival,