Research

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Bringing Science to the People and the People to Science

The UA summer fossil expeditions are one way the UA community can engage with world class natural history research collections.

The Right Gift at the Right Time

The Right Gift at the Right Time

A University of Alabama researcher explored the finer points of business gifting and how to avoid negative perceptions.

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UA Researchers Develop More Effective Model for Wildfire Evacuation

A new computer model from UA researchers provides an adaptable method of wildfire evacuation for communities.

A financial analyst forecasting the impact of global economic trends on stock market performance

Stock Market’s Mood Swings May Explain Risk-Return Mystery

Research conducted by UA economists suggests the answer to the stock market’s reaction to risk lies in how investors feel about uncertainty.

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Auditors Can Prevent Fraud Just by Tipping Their Hand

UA researcher Dr. Chez Sealy used poker strategy to think about ways to discourage fraud.

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Research in Orbit: UA to Partner with Air Force Research Labs on Satellite Fuel

Interdisciplinary research at UA will help power the development of a more efficient, less toxic fuel for orbiting satellites.

SidelinER, a medical privacy tent for athletic events, was invented at UA

Igniting Innovation: 5 Inventions that Started at UA

See how UA works with faculty to protect their intellectual property and translate research to the real world.

Charging Up Success: EcoCAR Team

Charging Up Success: EcoCAR Team

The EcoCar team is pushing the boundaries of automotive technology while getting invaluable hands-on experience.

Students and faculty walk among several aisles with displays set up for research poster presentations in a large room. A banner at the end of the room reads URCA.

Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Conference Winners Recognized

Undergraduates in every college at were recognized for research and creativity.

James Harris, Alison Hooper, Jessica Goethals, Sergei Gleyzer, Despina Stavrinos, Cheryl Toman, Xiangrong Shen, Randy Salekin, winners of the 2025 Faculty Research Award

Outstanding Faculty Research and Creative Scholarship to be Recognized

Eight faculty were selected to receive the prestigious award from the Office of Research and Economic Development.