Award-winning undergraduate research at UWM
Seven UWM undergrad research students share their work, from omnidirectional robots to interactive maps of Milwaukee neighborhoods.
Research
Examining regeneration through a fish’s eye
Ava Udvadia studies the genetics that allow fish to heal optic nerve damage. Her research may one day change how we treat human eye injuries.
Helping health care workers help mothers
To reduce maternal death rates, a UWM professor created an online resource that would allow clinicians to see patient data all in one place.
A better look at diabetic brains
UWM researchers are developing innovative imaging technology to detect alterations in the brain’s blood flow and metabolism.
Studying the patterns of protein folding
Ionel Popa is studying how protein folding determines protein function and how protein folding could signal processes like muscle contraction.
Exercising the possibilities of robotics
UWM researchers developed a cute robot to lead senior citizens through group tai chi classes and tested the efficacy of the robot-led instruction.
The alarming (in)side of sewage pipes
UWM researchers discovered antibiotic-resistant bacteria in city sewerage systems and are now studying the health impacts of these microbes.
The power to de-stress yourself
A UWM researcher conducted a study that examined how self-selected leisure activities affected blood pressure and stress levels in students.
Seeing the warning signs
To improve treatment for PTSD, Christine Larson is researching better ways to identify and respond to risk factors of PTSD.
Where the bees are
Jeffrey Karron tracks pollinator activity and observes plant reproduction strategies, including the intricacies of cross-pollination.