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UA Preview — Sept. 3-8, 2024

Poor time management can lead to poor sleep for college students, Saturday in the Park returns and much more. Continue reading UA Preview — Sept. 3-8, 2024

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Unique Simulator Drives Research at UA’s TRIP Lab

A powerful driving simulator at The University of Alabama will enable unique research into driving behaviors. Continue reading Unique Simulator Drives Research at UA’s TRIP Lab

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John Abbott

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Jessica Maddox

Maddox studies how social media contributes to viral pop culture moments, and how brands make Sparks Fly by using social media to capitalize on them.

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Leah E. LeFebvre

LeFebvre explores tech’s role in relationships, from Tinder beginnings to ghosted endings.

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5 Student-Athletes to Represent Adapted Athletics in Paris

The Paralympic Games take place Aug. 28 through Sept. 8.

UA and USGS officials cut ribbon on Hydrologic Instrumentation Facility

USGS, UA Celebrate Opening of World-Class Hydrologic Facility

The Hydrologic Instrumentation Facility will advance innovation, boost economic development and launch the next generation of scientists.

The view of a road submerged in the sea at high tide

Interactive Map Shows Thresholds for Coastal Nuisance Flooding

Researchers used machine learning to calculate sea level rise and high tide flooding thresholds along U.S. coast.

Dr. Joshua Bittle, Dr. Ajay Agrawal, John Driscoll, Dr. Brian Boudouris, and Tim Haskew, Associate Dean for Research, College of Engineering stand in front of the diesel combustion lab

University of Alabama Researchers Tackle Idling Diesel Emissions at Ports

UA engineering researchers will develop and test a new way to tackle diesel emissions during idling conditions.

Exterior of Rose Administration Building

Layzell to Lead UA Finance and Operations

The new vice president will begin his tenure on Sept. 30.

UA Strengthens Commitment to Rural Communities Through STARS College Network

UA has joined the STARS College Network, strengthening its commitment to students in rural and small-town communities.

Learn about commercial & documentary filming on CAMPUS

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