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Class of 2013: Graduating Engineering Student, Soldier Jeff O’Dell Designs, Tests Armor

May 12th, 2013

A deployment in Iraq has led to a sharp focus on protecting his comrades from harm.

Challenges and Opportunities of Big Data Are Focus of May 14 Summit

May 9th, 2013

Big Data 2, a summit for researchers and scholars at the University who use and manage big data sets, will promote awareness and collaboration on May 14.

Inaugural Postdoctoral Research Day is Set for Thursday

May 7th, 2013

A U.Va. Postdoctoral Research Day will include oral presentations by U.Va. postdocs, a professional panel discussion, keynote address, poster presentation and networking.

Three Student-Inspired, Big Data Research Projects Receive Jefferson Trust Funding

May 6th, 2013

Three diverse, data-heavy, multi-disciplinary projects are winners of Jefferson Trust Big Data funding.

U.Va. Study Looks at Muscle Adaptation of Transition to Minimalist Running

May 1st, 2013

As barefoot and minimalist running become increasingly popular, a new University of Virginia study is looking at how muscles are affected by the transition from traditional footwear.

Ozone Masks Plant’s Volatiles, Confusing Plant-Eating Insects and Pollinators

April 11th, 2013

A new U.Va. and Penn State study indicates that ground-level ozone may interfere with insects’ ability to find food.

Mountain Lake Biological Station Is Open for Office Retreats and Other Activities

April 2nd, 2013

Mountain Lake Biological Station is not just for biologists – the entire University can use the facilities for retreats, classes and workshops.

Workshop on STEM Teaching, Research and Facilities Design Set for Thursday and Friday

March 27th, 2013

Leading experts on STEM education innovation, collaboration and facilities design are facilitating a workshop at the University Thursday and Friday with STEM faculty.

Physicist Bloomfield Teaches Thousands of Online Students ‘How Things Work’

March 27th, 2013

Physicist Lou Bloomfield’s popular course, “How Things Work” is now available to the world through Coursera, an online education company.

Most Teens Who Get Off to a Poor Start Don’t Easily Grow Out Of It, Study Indicates

March 27th, 2013

How well teens connect with peers while maintaining a level of independence plays a large role in determining how well they form friendships and avoid trouble even years later, a U.Va. study shows.

Science as a Two-Way Street: New Program Brings Science to the Community

March 13th, 2013

A new program, “Science Straight Up,” brings science – and scientists – to the public at a local watering hole and restaurant.

U.Va. Physicist Bloomfield Develops New Silicone Rubber

February 27th, 2013

U.Va. physicist Lou Bloomfield has developed a new type of silicone rubber that may have widespread applications, including shoes, prosthetics, sporting goods and toys.

U.Va. Professor Says 3-D Printing Could Revolutionize Manufacturing

February 18th, 2013

David Sheffler, a mechanical and aerospace engineer, predicts that one day people may be able to “print” their own shoes.

The Future of 3-D Printing: University of Virginia Expert Weighs In

February 15th, 2013

David Sheffler, a mechanical and aerospace engineer, says 3-D printing has the potential to revolutionize the manufacturing of products.

U.Va. Nonprofit Organization, PureMadi, Develops Innovative Water Purification Tablet for Developing World

February 5th, 2013

A simple ceramic water purification tablet invented at U.Va. that can disinfect water simply by resting in a vessel where water is poured will be introduced Friday during a celebration event.

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