UA Researchers Increase Understanding of Gene’s Potentially Protective Role in Parkinson’s

University of Alabama researchers have identified how a specific gene protects dopamine-producing neurons from dying in both animal models and in cultures of human neurons.

UA in the News: February 7, 2012

CBER researchers say state should add jobs in 2012 – Science Olympiad to bring 500 middle and high schools students to UA – UA accounting program ranked 20th in nation – UA prof on team studying dune patterns – UA political scientists comment on Gov. Bentley’s first year – and more…

UA Intern Program at Nonprofit Agencies Continues in Spring Term

The University of Alabama Community Service Center is partnering with the Career Center to offer the Nonprofit Protégé Program for a second semester.

Archaeologist to Explore Ties between Water, Societies in UA ALLELE Lecture

Dr. Brian Fagan, one of the world’s leading archaeological and historical writers, will visit The University of Alabama campus to give the lecture, “Elixir: Water and Humans over 10,000 years,” Thursday, Feb. 16 at 7:30 p.m. in room 127 of the Biology Building.

UA in the News: February 4-6, 2012

UA professor’s research looks at connection between autism and nutrition – Faculty experts comment on unionization, student loans, Super Bowl ads – CBER report looks at immigration law – Events – and more…

Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame to Hold 2012 Ceremony

The State of Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame will induct five individuals and honor a corporation and two projects Feb. 18 during a ceremony at the Westin Hotel in Huntsville.

500 Middle, High-School Students Travel to UA for Science Olympiad

More than 500 students are expected to participate in the 2012 regional Science Olympiad competition at The University of Alabama Saturday, Feb. 18.

UA in the News: February 3, 2012

Economist’s study outlines impact of immigration law – Mobile native named Cason Award winner – Center for Ethics & Social Responsibility initiative rewards tornado victim – Biologist uses snakes in human heart research – Sorority encourages Ronald McDonald House donations – and more …

Time Warner Executive to Address UA Students

Ellen East, executive vice president and chief communications officer for Time Warner Cable, will deliver the 15th Koten Distinguished Lecture in Public Relations Feb. 9.

Aronov Lecture at UA Focuses on Democratic Social Life in Light of Controversies

Dr. Ann Pellegrini, associate professor of performance studies and religious studies at New York University, will speak on “Discomforting Democracy: Religion, Performance, and the Space of Political Exchange” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, in 205 Gorgas Library on The University of Alabama campus.