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Study: New imaging tech uses radar and AI to see through bandages, monitor wounds
4/24/25
Enables medical professionals to observe skin without removing dressings; aims to reduce secondary infections and save time for caregivers.
Media Advisory: Sunday is UB Robotics Day on North Campus
4/23/25
Open to the public, the day will include demos of humanoid and dog robots, driverless cars, drones and more.
New detection method captures forever chemicals as they evaporate
4/22/25
The research could inform federal guidance on measuring dangerous compounds when airborne.
Curved neutron beams could deliver benefits straight to industry
4/17/25
A physics first, neutron Airy beams could reveal information useful for pharmaceuticals and quantum computing.
Two UB students awarded prestigious Goldwater scholarships
4/17/25
Goldwater scholarships are the country’s most competitive research scholarship offered to undergraduate STEM students.
Study: Experimental bird flu vaccine excels in animal models
4/17/25
Vaccine platform, proven effective for COVID-19, could be key in responding to evolving bird flu strains.
UB to launch new academic department focusing on AI and society
4/7/25
Supported by Gov. Kathy Hochul and SUNY, the department will train students how to responsibly use AI, and help UB researchers advance AI for the public good.
Media Advisory: AI leaders from SUNY, industry to converge at UB this week
4/7/25
Officials to discuss Empire AI, WNY startups using AI, how to manage AI in the classroom and more.
AI to screen for language and speech disorders among children
4/4/25
University at Buffalo-led research team addresses nationwide shortage of speech-language pathologists.
UB鈥檚 Luis Col贸n receives ACS chromatography award
3/27/25
Chemistry professor is known for his work developing materials for separation science and mentoring students.