Topic: Research
Shining a light on the inner workings of cells
Chemist Françisco Raymo has designed tiny molecules that can be used to take highly detailed images of diseased cells.
Uncovering the hidden dangers of vaping
Recent Ph.D. graduates’ research shows that e-cigarettes may emit harmful substances, challenging assumptions about their safety and uncovering potential health risks.
Scientists discover 230 new giant viruses that shape ocean life and health
Study reveals new insights into giant viruses and their role in marine ecosystems
Kryptonite for hurricanes
Dust from the Saharan Air Layer, which has reached South Florida, can suppress tropical cyclone development. But there’s a caveat. A University of Miami meteorologist explains how the phenomenon works.
Student-built rover takes on NASA challenge
University of Miami engineering students showcased ingenuity and determination with an energy-efficient, custom-built rover for lunar terrain.
Dr. Dipen Parekh named chief executive officer of UHealth
Parekh, an award-winning COO of UHealth, renowned surgeon scientist, and director of the Desai Sethi Urology Institute has been elevated to lead patient-focused care, biomedical research, and medical education.
Developing holistic kindergarten readiness measurements
The Miami-Dade IDEAS Consortium for Children, housed at the University of Miami, is partnering with the local school district to comprehensively assess school readiness.
How long do the toxic effects of cadmium last?
Scientists in the Department of Biology have discovered new information about the enduring effects of a heavy metal found in many foods.
Green climate adaptation infrastructure more cost-effective than gray, study finds
University of Miami researcher Haoluan Wang surveyed South Florida residents to determine the cost effectiveness of different coastal climate adaptation projects.
A laboratory muse
A physics postdoctoral researcher and a musical composition graduate student found a way to merge their interests—through a concert inspired by tiny swimming coral larvae.
Heat-tolerant symbionts a critical key to protecting Florida’s elkhorn coral from bleaching during marine heatwaves
Florida scientists have identified heat-tolerant algal symbionts as a vital intervention to protect endangered elkhorn coral. Their cross-institutional collaboration offers new hope for reef restoration and resilience amid rising ocean temperatures.
Exploring our changing South Florida landscape
A new grant from the Mellon Foundation is giving rise to a research project and set of courses that will explore Miami’s environmental history.
