News Center Archive

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UAlbany Atmospheric Scientist Contributes to International Study on Contrail Formation
In a new study, co-authored by Fangqun Yu of UAlbany's Atmospheric Sciences Research Center, a team of researchers found that modern “lean-burn” aircraft engines still produce the conditions necessary for contrail formation.
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Biology Research Meets Entrepreneurship Through ‘RISE’
Manuela Montoya-Giraldo is a fourth-year biology PhD candidate working with Associate Professor Cheryl Andam. This spring, she began exploring how to translate laboratory research to commercially impactful technologies as part of the UAlbany Innovation Center's Research and Innovators Startup Exchange program.
UAlbany student Maurice Burbridge inside the UAlbany library as he stands in front of stacks of books.
Different Paths, One Honor: UAlbany Students Earn Chancellor’s Award
The Chancellor’s Award recognizes students for academic achievement, leadership, campus involvement and community service. This year’s recipients reflect that range and the different ways a UAlbany experience can take shape.
UAlbany senior Meagan Leung is seen in the University Art Museum Collections Study Space.
Showcase 2026: Art Student Explores Hidden Microbial Life in Historic Paintings
This year, one Showcase project invites us to look closer at paintings, close enough to glimpse a hidden, living world beneath the surface.
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Ask an Expert: How can I get the most out of my study time?
Try studying at different times of day to see when you feel most alert and engaged. By identifying your personal “study sweet spot,” you can take advantage of your short-term memory.
UAlbany undergraduate researcher Katelyn Jacques smiles while wearing a lab coat inside UAlbany's Paleoclimate Lab.
Showcase 2026: Tracking Algal Blooms Through Lake Mud
Katelyn Jacques, a sophomore environmental studies major, is leading a project exploring the history of algal blooms at Long Pond in Grafton Lakes State Park. Her work will be on display at Showcase 2026.
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Ask an Expert: What is El Niño and why is everyone talking about it?
Atmospheric Science Professor Paul Roundy studies how interactions between the tropical ocean and atmosphere influence global weather, including El Niño.