UWM engineer discovers a way to turn used EV batteries into fertilizer
Deyang Qu has developed a process that could solve a looming problem: What to do when a huge wave of expiring lithium-ion batteries age out after about 10 years.
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UWM welcomes largest freshman class since 2009
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is celebrating a major enrollment milestone this fall, welcoming 3,871 first-year students to campus — an 11% increase over last year and the highest freshman enrollment since 2009.
For 3 decades, study abroad program has allowed students to immerse themselves in Irish
Students find value in learning and living with an ancient language and rich culture during the annual three-week trip.
Six research teams awarded Catalyst Grants from the UWM Research Foundation
The foundation awarded more than $250,000 to six research teams, whose projects include cancer diagnostics, clean energy and rehabilitation robotics.
‘Bunch of jerks’: Research shows how brands can benefit from reclaiming insults
Companies usually ignore or try to refute criticism. But often, there’s a better way to respond, UWM researcher Katherine Du found.
M-Cubed honors City of Milwaukee for leadership in youth workforce development
The Paving the Pathways to Success Award celebrates the city’s outstanding efforts in preparing southeastern Wisconsin’s future workforce through innovative work-based learning programs.
New Osher initiative allows grad students to present research in an accessible way
In the new initiative, UWM grad students create two- and three-session classes to present their research to adults of all ages and backgrounds interested in continuing to learn for the joy of learning.
Undergrad students study AI outsourcing and what it means for human jobs
Businesses are increasingly turning to AI outsourcing to increase productivity. Gaurav Sachdeva and Gaurav Saluja are finding that the effects are not always what we might expect.
UWM researchers studying ways to improve removal of ‘forever chemicals’ from water
Yin Wang and Xiaoli Ma are investigators on a two-year grant from the U.S. Department of Defense that will focus on modifying a clay-like mineral called layered double hydroxide to clean up PFAS.
New dual-degree program equips grads for high-demand health care leadership roles
The new program – Master of Healthcare Administration and Master of Business Administration – is a joint effort by the College of Health Professions & Sciences and the Lubar College of Business.