Topic: Research Excellence
City smarts
From flying cars and high-tech sensors to AI platforms and quantum computing, Smart Cities MIAMI explores the future of urban development.
A potential discovery from the dawn of time
Two University of Miami astrophysicists believe a recent unusual signal detected by a powerful ground-based observatory could provide solid evidence that primordial black holes—thought to have formed in the cosmic soup just after the Big Bang—really do exist.
Fostering the next generation of research mentors
The University of Miami’s inaugural Research Mentoring Summit on March 23 aims to share knowledge about effective mentoring and ideally, expand the institution’s research profile.
Studying the mercury in microplastics
A University of Miami undergraduate’s recent research on beached microplastics not only detected high concentrations of elemental mercury in the small plastic fragments but also included a fingerprint analysis that revealed the source could be anthropogenic.
Aiding coral reef restoration
Dive into the “coral gardens” where members of the University of Miami's Scuba Club and Rescue a Reef are harvesting and outplanting resilient corals, helping restore and protect South Florida coral reefs.
Understanding the many uses of humor
A new study by a School of Communication professor examines different approaches to humor and their impact on people.
Students play pivotal roles developing apps demoed at XR conference
Collaborating with faculty members and researchers, students helped develop and create immersive technology applications that address environmental awareness, the well-being of cancer patients, and the history of a historic Miami neighborhood.
XR conference takes a deep dive into immersive technology
With educators and experts from around the country in attendance, including Imagineers from the Walt Disney Company, the two-day conference explored the different ways extended reality is making an impact in the world.
A ‘major steppingstone’ against Alzheimer’s
In a study that could have important implications for the future therapeutic treatment of Alzheimer’s patients, researchers at the University of Miami using a mouse model have been successful in reversing the loss of blood flow to the brain, one of the early signs of the neurodegenerative disease.
Unlocking the secrets of heat-resistant corals
During an expedition to the “Coral Triangle” in the Pacific Ocean, University of Miami researchers will investigate why and how corals in that region are able to withstand the effects of a warming ocean.
Monarchs on the move
A University of Miami biologist and a Princeton University researcher are among the first to utilize tiny sensors that allow scientists to track the migration of monarch butterflies.
The science behind the syringe
University of Miami engineers partner with AbbVie to reshape the future of injectable dermal products through advanced materials research.
