Research

UA Offers Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Conference

Some 500 undergraduate students at The University of Alabama will have an opportunity to highlight their research and creative projects during the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Conference on campus. The ninth annual conference, hosted by UA’s Office of the Vice President for Research and Economic Development, will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 30, in the Ferguson Student Center. All students, faculty and staff are invited to attend.

750 year-old Torah

750 year-old Torah

A 750 year-old Torah scroll, that survived the Holocaust, finds a home at Temple Emanu-El at The University of Alabama.

In a Movie, Far, Far Away

In a Movie, Far, Far Away

Through simulations, astronomers like Dr. Jeremy Bailin and his University of Alabama colleague, Dr. Dean Townsley, gain insight into objects in space that is not possible through observations alone.

Researchers at UA Museums Seek Citizen Scientists to Aid in Observations

Staff members of The University of Alabama’s Museums hope to use the observances of everyday people to learn more about its parks and surrounding areas with online biodiversity surveys through iNaturalist.

Want to Avoid a Cold? Try a Tattoo or Twenty, says UA Researcher

There’s no known cure for the common cold, but receiving multiple tattoos can strengthen your immunological responses, potentially making you heartier in fighting off common infections, according to research by a trio of University of Alabama scholars.

UA Professor to Aid Park Service in Mapping of Florida Bay

UA Professor to Aid Park Service in Mapping of Florida Bay

The National Parks Service commissioned a University of Alabama faculty member to create a map of Florida Bay in Everglades National Park. UA researchers are developing an accurate map of the channels and flats to help ensure the conservation of the bay.

UA Pediatric Cancer Study Looking for Parents to Participate

A University of Alabama professor’s new pediatric cancer study looks at ways to help parents cope with their child’s diagnosis and treatment.

UA Business Students Partner with Healthcare Business Solutions on Project

The University of Alabama’s Business Analytics Lab at the Culverhouse College of Commerce recently completed its first business analytics study for Healthcare Business Solutions, one of its partner companies.

Whistle While You Work: Researchers Try Unlocking Key to Happiness

Whistle While You Work: Researchers Try Unlocking Key to Happiness

What’s the key to happiness at work? University of Alabama researchers have found some answers.

UA’s Faculty Research Day Set for March 31

Thirteen faculty members at The University of Alabama will be presented with the President’s Faculty Research Award, Thursday, March 31 as part of The University of Alabama’s annual Faculty Research Day.