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Woman with large oversized glasses looks on and listens as two people nearby off-camera speak and gesticulate.
Science & Technology
January 13, 2025 | 05:57 pm

How does the brain cut through noise to understand speech?

Rochester researchers investigate how visual cues enhance the brain’s ability to understand speech in noisy environments.

topics: Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Edmund Lalor, Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Medical Center, research funding,
A solar eclipse is seen from the University of Rochester's River Campus
Campus Life
December 19, 2024 | 02:00 pm

2024: The year in photos and video

University photographer J. Adam Fenster shares his favorite images that he made this year. Plus, a look back at 2024 in video.

topics: Eastman School of Music, Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Medical Center, School of Arts and Sciences,
White text reads "Faculty Awards" against a blue-colored background image of architectural detail featuring an ironwork owl and vines.
University News
December 18, 2024 | 12:31 pm

Awards and accolades spotlight faculty contributions

Professional associations and scholarly organizations are recognizing the accomplishments of Rochester faculty.

topics: awards, Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Medical Center, School of Arts and Sciences, School of Nursing,
side-by-side headshots of Steve Goldman and Eby Friedman
University News
December 11, 2024 | 11:08 am

Two Rochester faculty members named fellows of National Academy of Inventors

Steve Goldman and Eby Friedman are being recognized for their pioneering contributions.

topics: awards, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Department of Neurology, Eby Friedman, Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Medical Center, School of Medicine and Dentistry, Steve Goldman,
Hands sculpting a clay brain to illustrate neural sculpting of brain activity patterns.
Science & Technology
December 9, 2024 | 08:52 am

Sculpting the brain (without chisel or scalpel)

Scientists have developed a novel approach to human learning through noninvasive manipulation of brain activity patterns.

topics: Coraline Iordan, Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Department of Neuroscience, Medical Center, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences,
Illustration of row of people from behind, holding hands, looking on at new Golisano Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Institute building.
From the Magazine
December 4, 2024 | 02:38 pm

A catalyst for change

The new Golisano Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Institute will drive transformations in research, training, care, and advocacy. 

topics: alumni, Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience, Division of Neurodevelopmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, Eastman Institute for Oral Health, Medical Center, School of Medicine and Dentistry,
Two people sit across from a table using American Sign Language, artificial intelligence, and augmented reality to test a tabletop interactive play system for deaf and hard of hearing children.
Science & Technology
November 14, 2024 | 01:17 pm

Zhen Bai: Using AI to advance child development and learning

Computer scientist Zhen Bai develops technology to help kids benefit from and learn about artificial intelligence.

topics: artificial intelligence, Goergen Institute for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Medical Center, Warner School of Education, Wyatte Hall, Zhen Bai,
White text reads "Faculty Awards" against a blue-colored background image of architectural detail featuring an ironwork owl and vines.
University News
October 29, 2024 | 01:50 pm

Accolades showcase diverse accomplishments of Rochester faculty

Organizations recognizing Rochester faculty include the National Academy of Medicine and the American Physical Society.

topics: awards, global engagement, Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Laboratory for Laser Energetics, Medical Center, School of Arts and Sciences, School of Nursing, Warner School of Education,