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Three samples of lunar glass cast shadows on a white surface and dark background.
Science & Technology
August 4, 2021 | 02:35 pm

Lunar samples solve mystery of the moon’s supposed magnetic shield

Rochester geophysicists’ latest findings contradict longstanding assumptions about whether Earth’s moon ever had a magnetic shield.

topics: Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, featured-post-side, John Tarduno, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences,
woman scientist waring safety glasses and gloves in a lab
Science & Technology
July 30, 2021 | 02:46 pm

Pulsed lasers in liquids speed up the hunt for effective catalysts

In the most comprehensive, up-to-date survey of a technology that was first developed in 1987, Rochester researchers have documented the advantages of using the pulsed-laser-in-liquids technique over traditional wet laboratory methods.

topics: Department of Chemical Engineering, featured-post-side, Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, research finding,
person sitting at a computer looking at a screen with an AI avatar that looks like another person, demostrating having an online conversation.
Science & Technology
July 15, 2021 | 03:50 pm

A new way to prepare doctors for difficult conversations

University of Rochester researchers have developed SOPHIE, a virtual ‘patient’ that trains doctors in explaining end-of-life options.

topics: artificial intelligence, Department of Computer Science, Ehsan Hoque, featured-post-side, Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Medical Center, research finding,
detail of a painting or illustration shows a close up of a person's face over a map of the world.
The Arts
May 26, 2021 | 03:10 pm

‘ARTs + Change’ a formula for transformation

A virtual conference hosted by the University’s Institute for the Performing Arts brings together artists and educators to reimagine the arts.

topics: events, featured-post-side, Institute for the Performing Arts, Missy Pfohl Smith, Office of Equity and Inclusion, Paul J. Burgett Intercultural Center,
Meliora in stone with confetti in front
University News
May 12, 2021 | 12:24 pm

2021 honorary degrees, medals, and teaching awards announced

Distinguished leaders, educators, and humanitarians will be honored during this spring’s commencement ceremonies.

topics: commencement, commencement awards, Department of Chemistry, Department of History, Eastman School of Music, Ellen Matson, featured-post-side, Institute of Optics, School of Arts and Sciences, School of Medicine and Dentistry, Stewart Weaver, Warner School of Education,