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Science & Technology
April 16, 2020 | 04:49 pm

New URMC coronavirus research examines immune response

Researchers at the University of Rochester’s New York Influenza Center of Excellence, one of five such centers of excellence in the world, are launching a new study to determine if and when a person could be re-infected with the novel coronavirus and whether some people have pre-existing immunity.

topics: Angela Branche, Ann Falsey, coronavirus, David Topham, featured-post, Medical Center, New York Influenza Center of Excellence, research funding,
In Photos
April 3, 2020 | 07:54 am

Anthony Fauci’s Meliora moment

Before becoming the face of the fight against COVID-19, Anthony Fauci, a world-renowned AIDS researcher and director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, was the keynote speaker at the School of Medicine & Dentistry’s 1999 commencement, where he received an honorary doctor of science degree for his achievements in understanding and eradicating infectious diseases. (University of Rochester photo / Randall Tagg)

topics: COVID-19,
Voices & Opinion
February 10, 2020 | 03:13 pm

Why are ‘Oscars so white,’ not just on stage but online?

In an analysis for the Washington Post, Rochester political scientist Bethany Lacina finds that, in whiter media markets, people seek out personal information about actors of color less.

topics: Bethany Lacina, Department of Political Science, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences,
Science & Technology
December 13, 2019 | 10:45 am

Chemicals in vaping flavors cause widespread damage to lung tissue

While names like mango, mint, and cucumber make vaping flavors sound natural or benign, new research from the University of Rochester Medical Center unpacks the list of chemicals that comprise flavored e-liquids.

topics: Department of Environmental Medicine, featured-post-side, healthcare, Irfan Rahman, Medical Center, research finding,
Society & Culture
December 10, 2019 | 09:57 am

A commitment to inclusion at East

After a unique partnership with the University of Rochester, East Upper and Lower School’s special education programs have become more responsive to students, with the graduation rate for students with disabilities increasing from 26% in 2015 to 57% in 2019.

topics: community, diversity-inclusion, East High School, Warner School of Education,