Research
Spotted Lanternflies Are Emerging in Huge Numbers. Don’t Panic, Says UMD Entomologist
8 Things to Know About an Invasive Species That’s More Nuisance Than Threat
People
UMD Biologist Wins Emmy for Documentary on Quest to Find, Sequence Ancient DNA
Years-long Effort Gambled on Researcher’s Hope to Recover 2M-Year-Old Sample From Frozen Soil
Research
A Pathogen Is Persisting in Infant Formula. UMD Researchers Found Genetic Clues to Explain Why
Study Using AI Could Help Make Processing, Monitoring Safer
Campus & Community
UMD Among Top 5 Doctorate Producers in 5 Critical Tech Areas
New Study Finds That UMD Graduates High Numbers of Students in Quantum Science, AI and Other STEM Ph.D.s
Research
Massive Boulders Ejected During NASA Mission Complicate Future Asteroid Deflection Efforts
UMD Astronomers Discover New Challenge in Planetary Defense Effort
People
UMD Biologist Wins Emmy for Documentary on Quest to Find, Sequence Ancient DNA
Years-long Effort Gambled on Researcher’s Hope to Recover 2M-Year-Old Sample From Frozen Soil
Research
A Pathogen Is Persisting in Infant Formula. UMD Researchers Found Genetic Clues to Explain Why
Study Using AI Could Help Make Processing, Monitoring Safer
Campus & Community
UMD Among Top 5 Doctorate Producers in 5 Critical Tech Areas
New Study Finds That UMD Graduates High Numbers of Students in Quantum Science, AI and Other STEM Ph.D.s
Research
Massive Boulders Ejected During NASA Mission Complicate Future Asteroid Deflection Efforts
UMD Astronomers Discover New Challenge in Planetary Defense Effort
Recent Articles
UMD-led Study: Unconscious Bias Contributes to Disproportionate Amputations for Minority Populations
AI-Enabled Study Could Help Prevent Life-Changing Procedures
UMD Celebrates Record Number of Gilman Scholars
Study-Abroad Opportunities for Students With Financial Need Rank Among Top 5 Nationally
‘Superbug’-Killing Viruses Have Surprising Interplay With Immune System, Research Shows
Study Co-authored by UMD Biologist Assessed ‘Phage’ Therapy for Antibiotic-Resistant Pneumonia
Events
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Mini Farmers Market in the Discovery District
Jul 26
Create Your Own Chemigram: Family Saturday Arts at Stamp
Jul 26
Summer Chorus Concert
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Memorial Chapel Open House
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In Brief
Prominent Physicist Appointed to Lead UMD Quantum Research and Education
The University of Maryland on Monday named Gretchen Campbell, an internationally recognized researcher and advocate for the field of quantum science, as associate vice president for quantum research and education, effective July 13.
Undergraduate Studies Dean’s Appointment Extended for 2 Years
Senior Vice President and Provost Jennifer King Rice sent the following message to campus leaders on Monday morning: I am delighted to announce the extension of Dr. William Cohen’s appointment as associate provost and dean for undergraduate studies through June 30, 2027.
UMD Broadens Access to AI Education With New Course on Government Applications
With the launch of the free online course “Artificial Intelligence in Government,” the University of Maryland is broadening its portfolio of noncredit educational offerings on AI.
Features
Building the Capital of Quantum
UMD and the State of Maryland Make a Billion-Dollar Bid to Anchor a Scientific and Commercial Revolution
When the Brat Pack Took Over College Park
40 Years After ‘St. Elmo’s Fire’ Filmed on Frat Row, Alums Look Back