Research

Special drones flew into areas of storms where crewed aircraft can’t fly, while a new type of lightweight, slow-descending dropsonde allowed researchers to collect data over an extended timeframe.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/hurricane-hunters-test-new-technology.html


The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season sets records

After a peak-season lull, the season roared back to life with record-breaking storms that battered Florida’s Gulf Coast. University of Miami experts weigh in on a hyperactive season that produced 18 named storms.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/the-2024-atlantic-hurricane-season-sets-records.html

The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season sets records

After a peak-season lull, the season roared back to life with record-breaking storms that battered Florida’s Gulf Coast. University of Miami experts weigh in on a hyperactive season that produced 18 named storms.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/the-2024-atlantic-hurricane-season-sets-records.html

The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season sets records

After a peak-season lull, the season roared back to life with record-breaking storms that battered Florida’s Gulf Coast. University of Miami experts weigh in on a hyperactive season that produced 18 named storms.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/the-2024-atlantic-hurricane-season-sets-records.html

The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season sets records

After a peak-season lull, the season roared back to life with record-breaking storms that battered Florida’s Gulf Coast. University of Miami experts weigh in on a hyperactive season that produced 18 named storms.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/the-2024-atlantic-hurricane-season-sets-records.html


Battling dementia: Unraveling the mysteries of Alzheimer’s

Armed with a $3.4 million grant from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, a team of University of Miami scientists is studying the role of the immune system in the progression of dementia-related illnesses.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/battling-dementia-unravelling-the-mysteries-of-alzheimers.html

Battling dementia: Unraveling the mysteries of Alzheimer’s

Armed with a $3.4 million grant from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, a team of University of Miami scientists is studying the role of the immune system in the progression of dementia-related illnesses.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/battling-dementia-unravelling-the-mysteries-of-alzheimers.html

Battling dementia: Unraveling the mysteries of Alzheimer’s

Armed with a $3.4 million grant from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, a team of University of Miami scientists is studying the role of the immune system in the progression of dementia-related illnesses.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/battling-dementia-unravelling-the-mysteries-of-alzheimers.html


Contrasting views of ‘American frontierism’

With a boost from AI, new research of Native and non-Native writers crystallizes unique perceptions of “the frontier” portrayal of American history.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/contrasting-views-of-american-frontierism.html

Contrasting views of ‘American frontierism’

With a boost from AI, new research of Native and non-Native writers crystallizes unique perceptions of “the frontier” portrayal of American history.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/contrasting-views-of-american-frontierism.html


Flamingos, fish, and survival instincts

A College of Arts and Sciences course brings animal instincts to life with students stepping into animal roles with inflatables to simulate behaviors like hunting and evading predators.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/flamingos-fish-and-survival-instincts.html

Flamingos, fish, and survival instincts

A College of Arts and Sciences course brings animal instincts to life with students stepping into animal roles with inflatables to simulate behaviors like hunting and evading predators.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/12/flamingos-fish-and-survival-instincts.html


‘Bomb cyclone’ adds to growing extreme weather trend

The “once-in-a-decade” storm that devastated the Pacific Northwest last week caused widespread outages, damage, and at least two deaths. Data shows the storms are becoming more common. Could climate change be a key driver?

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/11/bomb-cyclone-adds-to-growing-extreme-weather-trend.html

‘Bomb cyclone’ adds to growing extreme weather trend

The “once-in-a-decade” storm that devastated the Pacific Northwest last week caused widespread outages, damage, and at least two deaths. Data shows the storms are becoming more common. Could climate change be a key driver?

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/11/bomb-cyclone-adds-to-growing-extreme-weather-trend.html


The ‘Ironman’ professor

Associate professor William Browne, a former Marine turned developmental biologist at the University of Miami, fuses endurance training and scientific research, finding strength in both body and mind.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/11/the-iron-professor.html


Compliance is everyone’s responsibility

An annual event, Compliance and Ethics Week helps raise awareness of compliance and risk-related topics, recognize ethical behavior, and reinforce institutional values and behaviors.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/compliance-is-everyones-responsibility.html


Renewed wonder in the cloud forests of Ecuador

Recent expeditions reveal that unique plants presumed to be extinct are still hanging on in the forest patches of Centinela, Ecuador, lauded as a hotspot for biodiversity.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/renewed-wonder-in-the-cloud-forests-of-ecuador.html



Aiming to shape a new tech revolution

Engineering professor Mingzhe Chen is working on several projects that could improve on our existing wireless networks. For this work, he was recently named as the Knight Foundation chair in data science and artificial intelligence.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/aiming-to-shape-a-new-tech-revolution.html

Aiming to shape a new tech revolution

Engineering professor Mingzhe Chen is working on several projects that could improve on our existing wireless networks. For this work, he was recently named as the Knight Foundation chair in data science and artificial intelligence.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/aiming-to-shape-a-new-tech-revolution.html


Study examines reciprocal causal effects of addiction and education

An economic model developed by Rong Hai, together with Nobel Prize winner James Heckman, shows that youth who smoke are less likely to attend college and thus lessen their potential for long-term capital accumulation.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/study-examines-reciprocal-causal-effects-of-addiction-and-education.html

Study examines reciprocal causal effects of addiction and education

An economic model developed by Rong Hai, together with Nobel Prize winner James Heckman, shows that youth who smoke are less likely to attend college and thus lessen their potential for long-term capital accumulation.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/study-examines-reciprocal-causal-effects-of-addiction-and-education.html



Connecting students through research

A student organization at the University of Miami is creating a buzz on campus by providing students with innovative research opportunities.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/connecting-students-through-research.html

Connecting students through research

A student organization at the University of Miami is creating a buzz on campus by providing students with innovative research opportunities.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/connecting-students-through-research.html


New initiative to fuel neuroscience and aging research

The University of Miami will invest $30 million to enhance research and innovation in basic science, with a focus on the areas of neuroscience and aging.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/new-initiative-to-fuel-neuroscience-and-aging-research.html

New initiative to fuel neuroscience and aging research

The University of Miami will invest $30 million to enhance research and innovation in basic science, with a focus on the areas of neuroscience and aging.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/new-initiative-to-fuel-neuroscience-and-aging-research.html



The trees of Miami’s future

New research indicates that to keep Miami’s tree canopy resilient, tropical species may be the best option for local municipalities and environmental leaders to consider.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/the-trees-of-miamis-future.html

The trees of Miami’s future

New research indicates that to keep Miami’s tree canopy resilient, tropical species may be the best option for local municipalities and environmental leaders to consider.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/the-trees-of-miamis-future.html


Are you aging well?

University of Miami experts in kinesiology, nutrition, and lifelong learning offer tips to live a long, active life.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/are-you-aging-well.html

Are you aging well?

University of Miami experts in kinesiology, nutrition, and lifelong learning offer tips to live a long, active life.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/are-you-aging-well.html


Cultivating equitable and resilient housing solutions for Miami

A symposium organized by the Office of Civic and Community Engagement explored how climate gentrification is impacting Miami and aims to inspire future policy solutions.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/cultivating-equitable-and-resilient-housing-solutions-for-miami.html

Cultivating equitable and resilient housing solutions for Miami

A symposium organized by the Office of Civic and Community Engagement explored how climate gentrification is impacting Miami and aims to inspire future policy solutions.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/cultivating-equitable-and-resilient-housing-solutions-for-miami.html


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