News Archive

UAlbany, Leibniz Institute Connect Through Laser-Based Technology

Chemists Igor Lednev and Jürgen Popp have built a strong connection over their use of Raman spectroscopy.

UAlbany Professor Receives Funding to Advance ALS Research

Findings could inform a new approach to treatment with reduced side effects for patients

Legal Representation at Initial Bail Hearings Linked to Lower Use of Cash Bail

A year-long field experiment that provided public defenders at some initial bail hearings found that having an attorney at these hearings lowered the court's use of cash bail and pretrial detention — without increasing the odds of a defendant not showing up at subsequent hearings.

Students Share Their Thoughts on Pride Month

Three students reflect on Pride Month, which honors the accomplishments and contributions of the queer community, and continues the ongoing fight for equal rights and protections.

CEHC Disaster Scientist Testifies Before U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging

The hearing included testimonies from four expert witnesses who shared insight on the critical need to include older adults and people with disabilities in the disaster planning, response and recovery process.

Sociology Book Series Now Led by UAlbany Editorial Team

A faculty team from the Department of Sociology has been granted editorial stewardship of the American Sociology Association’s Rose Series in Sociology through 2025.

Service-Obligated Program Providers Help Address Health Worker Shortages in New York State

New Center for Health Workforce Studies report shows that incentive programs can help fill health care gaps in underserved regions

CEHC Hosts Cybersecurity Camp for Capital Region JROTC Students

Students attending were part of the Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps at Albany High School.

New Yorkers Turn to UAlbany Research, Expertise for Insight on Dangerous Air Quality

The eastern United States experienced its worst air pollution in recent recorded history last week. When New Yorkers needed answers, they turned to the University at Albany.

UAlbany Hosts NIIMBL eXperience Students for Day of Experiential Learning

On June 6, UAlbany faculty from the RNA Institute and the Biology Department hosted 18 “NIIMBL eXperience” students for a day of hands-on learning.

RNA Institute Researchers Advance DNA Nanostructure Stability

Study reports nanostructure assembly without the use of magnesium, yielding greater stability in four nanostructure shapes

Wildfire Smoke and Air Quality: A Q&A with Jim Schwab 

Jim Schwab, senior research faculty emeritus, has studied atmospheric chemistry and air pollution for more than 30 years at UAlbany.