Topic: Research
The science behind a baby’s smile
Two new studies suggest that smiling and other positive interactions with caregivers help shape infants’ emotional development.
Sea turtle tracking project to identify vessel-strike risks in Biscayne Bay
University of Miami scientists are combining GPS tracking and vessel data to determine where and when loggerhead sea turtles may be most vulnerable to strikes.
African smoke brightens clouds, but weather patterns offset its cooling effect, new study finds
Research underscores the role of atmospheric conditions in climate-cooling geoengineering strategies
National honors spotlight Business Law faculty scholarship and leadership
Ann Olazábal and Joseph Avery of the University of Miami Business School earned national recognition from the Academy of Legal Studies in Business.
An ‘umbrella' for coral reefs
Three engineering students from the University of Miami created a solution to help protect delicate corals from harmful UV rays and hope to conduct more large-scale testing in the ocean soon.
Reconstructing the Great Miami Hurricane of 1926
A century after the historic storm devastated South Florida, a University of Miami scientist has created new wind field maps that offer a detailed visualization of the massive cyclone that not only changed the region forever but also inspired the nickname of the institution that opened shortly after it struck.
Study challenges estimates used to guide Atlantic menhaden fishing
Reanalysis of a historic tagging study could help managers better balance commercial harvests with the needs of coastal food webs.
When equity appeals inspire giving, what they signal matters
University of Miami Business School research finds that equity labels can increase donations to classrooms serving disadvantaged students, but the benefit depends on the type of disadvantage highlighted and who the donors are.
University of Miami and Momentous Sports launch first University research fund for sports urbanism
Research begins this fall; first findings at the 2027 Real Estate Impact Conference
University of Miami engineers lead efforts to improve Miami-Dade wastewater infrastructure
Researchers analyze real-time data in sanitary sewers across Miami-Dade County to help identify problem areas.
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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.
