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A science discovery for the ages
From Animal Planet enthusiast to science hobbyist to research lab leader, University of Miami alumna Julia Van Etten has discovered two new species of a microbe that may hold secrets to the Earth’s evolutionary process.
Nearly half of the world’s coral species now face extinction risk
A new study involving a University of Miami researcher finds that warming oceans and marine heatwaves are accelerating threats to coral reefs worldwide.
College of Arts and Sciences faculty among world's most cited researchers
More than 50 faculty members from the University of Miami College of Arts and Sciences were recognized on a prestigious list of highly cited researchers.
Toddlers’ language learning in an age of digital media
A research team that includes the principal investigator of the University of Miami’s Object and Word Learning Lab revealed surprising findings about how increased digital media exposure affects toddlers’ language acquisition.
Bridging philosophy and neuroscience
Drawing on expertise in both philosophy and neuroscience, Brit Brogaard explores some of the most fundamental questions about how the mind works.
Newly discovered viruses reveal an evolutionary missing link
Using AI-powered tools and vast DNA databases, University of Miami researchers identified previously unknown viruses that offer new clues about the origins of life.
Unfolding DNA’s secrets
University of Miami doctoral student Bishal Shrestha is using artificial intelligence to detect unusual changes in DNA’s 3D structure over time, opening new possibilities for understanding how disease develops.
From first lines of code to leading an AI project
Arian Djahed is using the skills he learned in the Master of Science in Data Science program to help build a legal citations tool.
From Miami to Mauritius
Recent alumnus Jason Ramkissoon was just named a Fulbright recipient and is the ninth University of Miami awardee to receive the distinguished award this year. He will be teaching English in the small island nation of Mauritius.
A University of Miami creative writing student finds her voice at WLRN
Creative writing graduate student Amara Evering spent her summer reporting across South Florida for WLRN and reached national audiences.
The science behind a baby’s smile
Two new studies suggest that smiling and other positive interactions with caregivers help shape infants’ emotional development.
University researchers take over ‘The Academic Minute’
University faculty members shared their expert insights nationally through “The Academic Minute,” a radio program and podcast featuring researchers from colleges and universities around the world.
