
Loretta Ford, former School of Nursing dean who transformed the profession, dies at 104
Ford cofounded the nurse practitioner model and developed a holistic approach to nursing education, research and clinical practice.

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.

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.

Awards and accolades spotlight faculty contributions
Professional associations and scholarly organizations are recognizing the accomplishments of Rochester faculty.

Two Rochester faculty members named fellows of National Academy of Inventors
Steve Goldman and Eby Friedman are being recognized for their pioneering contributions.

Sculpting the brain (without chisel or scalpel)
Scientists have developed a novel approach to human learning through noninvasive manipulation of brain activity patterns.

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

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.

Accolades showcase diverse accomplishments of Rochester faculty
Organizations recognizing Rochester faculty include the National Academy of Medicine and the American Physical Society.

New liquid biopsy method offers avenue to quick, affordable cancer diagnosis
The method uses ultrathin membranes to capture tiny packets of cellular material called extracellular vesicles.