
October 2023 in photos
October brought fall in all its splendor to the University of Rochester. Take a brief look back at some favorite images from the past month.

Faculty earn awards and accolades for research and leadership
National academies, professional associations, a news publication, and a private foundation have recently recognized University of Rochester faculty members.

Professors of religion, writing, and biomedical engineering recognized for teaching excellence
Whitney Gegg-Harrison, Jack Downey, and James McGrath approach undergraduate teaching at Rochester in distinctive ways that resonate with their students.

James McGrath: ‘Neat’ way of teaching becomes a student rite of passage
The biomedical engineering professor’s approach has spillover effects beyond the signature undergraduate course he’s taught for 20 years.

Human brain’s ‘temporal scaffolding’ inspires new AI approaches
Applying a recent hypothesis about how the brain operates during sleep could improve the lifelong learning abilities of artificial intelligence.

Undergraduates recognized for standout work in engineering and the humanities
Each year, the Hajim School awards well-rounded students with the Robert L. Wells Prize. Meet the Class of 2024 recipients.

Scientists propose super-bright light sources powered by quasiparticles
The seemingly physics-defying properties of quasiparticles could be harnessed for applications ranging from non-destructive imaging to computer-chip manufacturing.

Photonic chips could give drones a lift when GPS is unavailable
Rochester researchers aim to leverage the quantum technique of weak value amplification to replace the gyroscopes in drones.

Faculty recognized for research, leadership, and advocacy
Professional societies, along with a government agency and an arts organization, are among those bestowing recent honors on Rochester faculty.

AI helps bring clarity to LASIK patients facing cataract surgery
Scientists develop computer models of patients’ eyes to identify the ideal intraocular lenses and visual simulators for patients to experience how they will see with them.