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UW–Madison conservation students recently trained in stream monitoring and water quality assessment at Sixmile Creek, gaining hands-on skills to help protect Wisconsin's ecosystems.
Testing the waters: Conservation students learn by doing
UW graduate students dip their toes into ecology management as part of the Nelson Institute’s professional program course.
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What happens when uranium moves unnoticed through a global supply chain? A @uwmadisonneep.bsky.social and @princeton.edu study found large quantities of undeclared uranium have been exported from the Democratic Republic of the Congo via its cobalt supply chain, exposing a critical accounting gap.
Study reveals massive quantities of undeclared uranium are exported from the DRC - College of Engineering - University of Wisconsin-Madison
A study conducted by University of Wisconsin-Madison and Princeton University nuclear engineers has identified a major blind spot in nuclear accounting with global nuclear security implications. Accor...
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A collaboration between researchers at UW–Madison and Argonne National Laboratory is advancing new methods to improve air quality forecasting and public health alerts, highlighting the role of statistics in tackling real-world environmental challenges.
Predicting where wildfire smoke will go next
A collaboration between researchers at UW–Madison and Argonne National Laboratory is advancing new methods to improve air quality forecasting and public health alerts.
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5 UW–Madison projects were selected for funding through the U.S. Department of Energy’s new Genesis Mission, an initiative using AI and advanced computing to accelerate breakthroughs in energy, scientific discovery and national security. UW earned more awards than any public university in the U.S.
5 projects at UW–Madison aimed at transforming science and energy with AI receive DOE Genesis Mission funding
The projects, spanning fusion to critical minerals, are among 278 funded awards to national labs, companies, universities and non-profits in order to accelerate breakthroughs in energy, scientific dis...
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Two UW–Madison Information School professors study why scams work, and why AI is making them harder to spot, even for people who consider themselves careful online. Check out six simple tips to help you stay a step ahead of scammers:
Don’t Click on That Link! | On Wisconsin
Scams are getting smarter, but two UW–Madison professors have tips for protecting yourself online.
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Our SOAR student orientation leaders play a pivotal role in helping our newest Badgers feel at home on campus. Read about how they spend their summers guiding incoming UW–Madison students through their transition to college: news.wisc.edu/helping-new-...
Helping new Badgers feel at home
Student orientation leaders for the annual SOAR program spend their summers guiding incoming UW–Madison students through their transition to college.
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Today, we officially launch the College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence at #UWMadison. We look forward to responsibly advancing education, research and innovation in ways that benefit the public, expand opportunity and create lasting impact for Wisconsin and beyond. On, Wisconsin!
The future is now: College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence officially launches
UW–Madison’s first new college in more than four decades will explore and inform technological change for societal benefit.
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UW–Madison researchers have identified a promising new therapeutic candidate against Candida auris, an emerging fungal pathogen that has alarmed health officials worldwide because of its ability to resist multiple antifungal drugs and spread rapidly through hospitals and care facilities.
UW–Madison researchers identify therapeutic target for dangerous fungal infections
The discovery could prevent against Candida auris, a drug-resistant fungus and global public health threat that spreads in hospitals and other care settings.
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Interwoven: How Indigenous knowledge and science can work together to communicate about climate. Learn how: news.wisc.edu/interwoven/
Four Vilas County towns teamed up to rebuild a struggling volunteer emergency medical services system, launching the Northwoods EMS District. With #UWMadison support, they cut response times from ~40 minutes to 13 — delivering faster, reliable care and a model for rural communities in Wisconsin.
Four Northwoods towns unite to rebuild EMS — and cut response times in half
With support from UW–Madison’s Wisconsin Office of Rural Health, Vilas County communities replaced a strained volunteer system with a 24/7 paramedic service.
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Meet the 10 extraordinary recipients of the 2026 University Staff Recognition Awards, honored for their teamwork, mastery and innovation across campus. Join us in celebrating their dedication and impact at UW–Madison! news.wisc.edu/meet-the-202...
Meet the 2026 University Staff Recognition Award winners
Teamwork, mastery and innovation mark the work of this year's awardees.
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Infants exposed to the Zika virus during pregnancy may face hidden developmental challenges, even if they appear healthy at birth. A recent study at UW–Madison highlights the need for better developmental screening during a child’s first year of life.
Zika infections can cause significant developmental problems
Even babies born without the virus’s notable physical symptoms may experience sensory, attachment and anxiety issues, according to a new study.
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Wisconsin athletes know that every season counts, including summer. And for any student who’s trying to balance school, friends and occasional exercise, the same mentality applies. See how Badger student-athletes lock in on academics during UW Summer Term: summer.wisc.edu/blog/student...
Student athletes lock in on academics during the summer
See how student athletes are using summer courses at UW-Madison to stay on track academically and enjoy life in Madison during the summer.
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What’s the tick forecast this summer? #UWMadison researchers are tracking ticks across our state and using climate and environmental data to predict when and where risk is highest — an effort helping the people and pets of Wisconsin stay safe outdoors.
What's the tick forecast? - School of Medicine and Public Health
Researcher Johnny Uelmen is beating the bushes for ticks, to to improve how Wisconsin predicts, prevents and responds to tick-borne diseases.
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Welcome to our summer issue! Read a poignant personal story behind @uwmadison.bsky.social cancer research; relive thrilling Badger championship runs; discover little-known benefits of online relationships; and get expert tips on avoiding online scams. Click 👉: onwisconsin.uwalumni.com
On Wisconsin Magazine
On Wisconsin is the official alumni magazine for UW–Madison. It features news about the university, its alumni, and the biggest issues facing society today.
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With a generous $85.2M gift from John and Tashia Morgridge, the 137-year-old Science Hall will soon undergo a renovation that will transform the iconic red-brick building into a state-of-the-art hub for geography, environmental studies and geospatial science while honoring its historic character.
$85.2 million gift from John and Tashia Morgridge will support Science Hall transformation
The historic building will undergo renovation starting in 2027 to restore its iconic exterior and modernize its interior to support learning and research.
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Aryana Wadhwani, a UW–Madison undergraduate studying human development and family studies and global health, has been named a 2026 Udall Scholar — one of the nation’s top honors for future environmental leaders. Congratulations, Aryana!
UW–Madison student awarded prestigious Udall Scholarship
The national honor recognizes undergraduate Aryana Wadhwani as a future leader in the environmental field.
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Honored to begin serving as interim chancellor of @uwmadison.bsky.social. Our excellence shines through our students, research, and impact across Wisconsin and beyond. Excited to listen, learn, and work together to advance the Wisconsin Idea. On, Wisconsin! 🔴⚪
Getting to work in service to an extraordinary university
In a first-day message to UW–Madison faculty and staff, interim Chancellor Eric Wilcots looks to move the university forward, together.
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Access and affordability are central to the Wisconsin Idea. At #UWMadison, two-thirds of Badgers graduate without student debt. See how: captimes.com/news/educati...
How two-thirds of Badgers graduate from UW-Madison debt free
Over the past decade, Wisconsin’s flagship public university has increased how many undergraduates earn degrees without student loan debt.
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Against a backdrop of sunshine, UW Marching Band music and colorful Terrace chairs, Badgers joined Thursday’s send-off for Jennifer Mnookin, where UW leaders shared their heartfelt well-wishes for the university’s 30th @uwchancellor.bsky.social.
A campus farewell for Jennifer Mnookin
Faculty, staff and students joined the send-off event, where UW leaders shared their heartfelt well-wishes for the university’s 30th chancellor.
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Each year, UW–Madison honors mentors who go above and beyond, recognizing outstanding contributions to student growth from the classroom to the lab. Meet our 2026 Awards for Mentoring Undergraduates recipients: news.wisc.edu/going-above-...
Going above and beyond to help students succeed
The 2026 Awards for Mentoring Undergraduates recognize outstanding contributions to student growth from the classroom to the lab.
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The second Great Lakes Fusion Energy Summit, held last week at #UWMadison, showcased the growing momentum around nuclear fusion in Wisconsin and the Midwest.
Second fusion summit at UW-Madison signals the Midwest's rise as a fusion powerhouse - College of Engineering - University of Wisconsin-Madison
As audacious of a challenge as achieving nuclear fusion continues to be—let alone producing net-positive energy from the reaction—it’s merely one piece of the equation when it comes to making fusion a...
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Pleased to see @uwbiochem.bsky.social Professor Emeritus John Ralph elected to @nasonline.org! His pioneering research on lignin (the compound that gives plants structure and strength) has had global impact across plant science and biochemistry. news.wisc.edu/professor-em...
Professor Emeritus John Ralph elected to National Academy of Sciences
The honor recognizes his pioneering work to understand the biochemistry of an important binding compound in plants.
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Pride and joy were palpable at UW–Madison’s Spring 2026 Commencement ceremony where a crowd of more than 64,000 soon-to-be graduates, their families and friends gathered on a bright and beautiful day in Camp Randall Stadium. Congratulations, #UWGrad Class of 2026!
A Camp Randall commencement
Tears of joy, words of advice, and some jumping around mark Saturday's ceremony.
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The Kohl Center filled with cheers (and perhaps a few happy tears) as hundreds of doctoral and professional degree candidates celebrated the culmination of their persistence, discovery and growth at tonight’s #UWGrad ceremony. The world needs you, Badgers. 🎓🦡
‘The world needs you’
UW–Madison celebrated the achievements and expertise of doctoral and professional graduates at Friday’s spring commencement.
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@uwsjmc.bsky.social professor Tomás Dodds aims to connect the world of AI and journalism. He’s leading UW–Madison's new Public Tech Media Lab that will serve as a resource for journalists deliberating effective and ethical use of new technology.
At the Intersection of Journalism and AI
Tomás Dodds is leading the new Public Tech Media Lab, which aims to be a resource for journalists hoping to be deliberate about how to ethically use new…
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What does it mean to be an American? With support from an Andrew Carnegie Fellowship, UW–Madison professor Stephen Kantrowitz is examining the contested history of U.S. citizenship and what it can teach us about belonging in a polarized moment.
History scholar Kantrowitz awarded Andrew Carnegie Fellowship
Kantrowitz is one of 24 scholars the Carnegie Corporation of New York selected from among 381 nominations across the country.
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48 extraordinary members of the #UWMadison faculty have been honored during the last year with awards supported by the estate of William F. Vilas, recognizing their standout research, teaching and service. Congratulations and On, Wisconsin!
48 faculty honored with Vilas professorships and awards
The awards recognize standout research, teaching and service.
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Happy #UWGrad Week! Join us in celebrating UW–Madison’s Class of 2026 and tag #UWGrad in your 🎓 Bluesky and Instagram posts for a chance to be featured on the official #UWGrad celebration wall: go.wisc.edu/uwgrad
