Genetic research among ethnic minorities: A question of trust
People of color, who bear a disproportionate burden of chronic illnesses, take part in genomics research at low rates.
Research
Successfully enforcing firearm surrender
Until recently, laws requiring firearms surrender have not been systematically enforced, says Steven Brandl, UWM associate professor of criminal justice.
Finding the fit for spintronics
An ongoing collaboration between physicists from UWM and the University of York, UK, is focused on tuning the electronic behaviors of new materials called topological insulators.
Do bans curb texting while driving?
Two UWM economists have found that laws banning text messaging on mobile devices while driving are associated with fewer traffic fatalities.
With a little help from friends and family
UWM nursing researcher Hong Tao is studying how informal caregivers can help reduce rehospitalizations among the elderly.
REU inspires tomorrow’s aquatic scientists
UWM’s Research Experience for Undergraduates has led many to graduate studies and scientific and technical careers
Too early to research? ‘Not so,’ say undergrads
UWM undergraduate researchers are getting hands-on experience in their majors through the university’s Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR),.
UWM researchers create novel optical fibers
UWM researchers have found the first practical application of a Nobel-Prize-winning phenomenon that was proposed in 1958.
NSF supports early careers of UWM researchers
Dawn Erb and Arash Mafi have received Early Career Development Awards from the National Science Foundation.
Pass the peace, and quiet
A UWM researcher is discovering ways to bring down the mealtime noise levels in nursing homes.