Science & Technology
UWM team the first to “see” atomic changes in proteins with an X-ray laser
What made it possible were the ultra-short X-ray pulses of a Free Electron Laser (XFEL).
Getting sensitive with African clawed frogs
In David Heathcote’s lab, an African frog is helping uncover the details of how our human senses develop.
UWM researcher works to uncloak how memories affect attention
Cognitive neuroscientist Deborah Hannula wonders whether people’s attention can be diverted from a task if there is an object in sight that triggers a memory.
Research partners work toward a cleaner South Shore
All too often, a day at the beach becomes a risky activity when advisories are issued because of elevated bacteria levels.
Facebook vs. loneliness
Are people becoming lonelier even as they feel more connected online?
UWM physicists’ technology used in early malaria detection
State-of-the-art military hardware quickly identifies malaria parasites in blood samples as small as a single cell.
High school students get a look at urban planning, GIS
A group of local high school students is learning the many ways Geographic Information Systems can be used in future careers.
Grad student helps take TheraBracelet to the market
The device allows anyone with a loss of fine motor skills to go about their daily routines and maintain independence.
UWM strategizes climate change policy for the Great Lakes
UWM’s Center for Water Policy convened a group of nationally renowned experts from the Great Lakes region.
At long last: A concrete that’s nearly maintenance-free
Scott Muzenski, a civil engineering graduate student, had been working on a new kind of high-performance concrete.