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Lecture Discusses mRNA Breakthroughs, Challenges

The challenges and breakthroughs associated with mRNA technologies will be discussed in the latest "Life at the Interface of Science+Engineering Lecture Series" event on Thursday, Sept. 15.

Podcast: The Research Behind Myotonic Dystrophy

Dr. Andy Berglund, director of the University at Albany's RNA Institute, discusses the symptoms, prevalence and current research surrounding Myotonic Distrophy with the Engagement Ring podcast.

'Intersections' Designed to Get Freshmen Talking About Social Justice and Inclusion

This year’s Welcome Week included a two-day presentation for freshmen called Intersections, led by about 40 student educators and focusing on the importance of social justice, diversity, equity and inclusion.

Albany Book Festival to Bring Award-Winning Authors to Campus Saturday

The University at Albany will be abuzz with award-winning and bestselling authors, poets and other artists this Saturday as the NYS Writers Institute kicks off its 5th annual Albany Book Festival this weekend.

RNA Institute Awarded $2.5M from NIH to Advance ‘RNA Rescue’ in Fight Against Myotonic Dystrophy

The grant will be used to advance research aimed at finding a cure for the most common form of adult-onset muscular dystrophy, which impacts about 1 in 2,100 New Yorkers.

SPH, SSW Study Examines Alternative to Police Responses in Albany County

A joint study by faculty and graduate students in UAlbany’s schools of Social Welfare and Public Health is helping Albany County officials evaluate the success of a new program designed to reduce law enforcement involvement in nonviolent emergency calls – and inform the program’s expansion.

Fulbright Scholar Studies Ceramics for Clues to Sociopolitical Dynamics of Oaxaca's Earliest Cities

A University at Albany anthropologist will spend her academic year in the hills of Oaxaca, Mexico investigating the origins of pottery unearthed from two pre-Hispanic sites to see if they can provide clues to the social and political dynamics guiding some of the world’s earliest cities.

CTG UAlbany Welcomes New Faculty Fellows

CTG UAlbany’s new faculty fellows program is designed to serve as a platform of intellectual exchange and an appreciation for interdisciplinary scholarship. CTG UAlbany, which works with governments worldwide transforming public services through innovations in technology, policy and management, has maintained a roster of research fellows since its founding nearly 30 years ago.

Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering Garner ABET Accreditation

After a more than yearlong review, the University at Albany’s College of Engineering and Applied Sciences (CEAS) has secured ABET accreditation for its bachelor of science degrees in computer science and electrical & computer engineering.

Racing for Equity: 5k Event Celebrates Civil Rights Achievements and Spotlights Social Injustice

On Saturday, Oct. 8, University at Albany will be hosting the Race for Equity 5k — a community event designed to celebrate U.S. civil rights accomplishments, recognize enduring injustices and galvanize momentum for change.

5 Questions with Faculty: Justin Miller

Justin Miller is the new director of the Marching and Pep Bands at UAlbany, and a lecturer in the Department of Music and Theatre. As director, a position that is now full time, he says he hopes to grow the bands by delivering engaging performances to audiences and recruiting new students.

UAlbany Weather Camp Introduces Atmospheric Sciences to Future Scholars

The Weather, Climate and Chemistry Camp introduces high school students to the fundamentals of atmospheric science.