Science & Technology
When ‘speech’ is not ‘a voice’
Four UW-Milwaukee researchers will be exploring the issues and challenges faced by those using synthesized speech.
Teenage brains on pot
UWM researcher explores whether exercise can boost brain health of young marijuana users.
Bringing down the cost of fuel cells
Engineers at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee have identified a new fuel cell catalyst that costs 5% of the industry-standard platinum catalyst.
A novel strategy for targeting tumors
UWM biochemist Xiaohua Peng has developed compounds that can “recognize” and release active drugs only to cancer cells.
UWM discovery advances graphene-based electronics
UWM scientists and engineers have discovered an entirely new carbon-based material.
Building a ‘blind-friendly’ Internet
Rakesh Babu wants to make improvements in information technology for visually impaired users.
A model for managing resources across borders
The aim of managing the world’s large river systems may not necessarily be to sustain them.
An antibiotic effect without the threat of resistance
A UWM’s microbiologist’s new approach promises to quash disease without the worry of antibiotic resistance.
Doggedly tracking badgers
Emily Latch is working with the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in gathering DNA samples that will yield new information about the elusive animal.
Partnership propels battery research
A multi-million investment by Johnson Controls has produced a joint laboratory at UWM where JCI researchers and UWM engineering faculty are working side by side.