$7.3M in New Research Grants Mark ‘RNA Day’ at UAlbany
Researchers at UAlbany’s RNA Institute are helping lead $7.3 million in new federally funded grants that will explore the toxic effects of woodsmoke on firefighters and how DNA damage that accumulates over time contributes to cancer and other aging-related diseases.
UAlbany Summer: From bioinformatics to hands-on lab work
After shifting course from economics to biology, University at Albany junior Yasvi Sonani spent the past two summers exploring three different research labs. Her latest project at the RNA Institute focused on myotonic dystrophy type 1 — the most common cause of adult-onset muscular dystrophy.
UAlbany Researcher Awarded $3.9M to Study Cell Response to Wood Smoke — With Implications for Firefighter Health
Distinguished Professor of Biological Sciences Tom Begley is among a team of investigators leading a five-year research project studying how cells respond to naphthalene, a harmful chemical found in wood smoke and other combustion products. Their findings will inform ways to protect firefighters from the harmful effects of smoke inhalation.
UAlbany Researcher Part of Team Awarded $3.4M to Study How DNA Damage Drives Aging and Cancer
Distinguished Professor of Biological Sciences Tom Begley is part of a multi-institution research team recently awarded $3.4 million from the National Institute on Aging to study how DNA damage accumulates with age and, when left unchecked, can contribute to cancer and other aging-related diseases.
Steven Lopez and Attorney Discuss Central Park 5 Case with Local Students at UAlbany
Bringing in dozens of Capital Region students, the event was part of the UAlbany in the High School program
SUNY Chancellor Recognizes Dr. Tom Begley's Research in 2026 State of the University Address
During the 2026 State of the University Address on Wednesday, June 3rd, SUNY Chancellor John B. King highlighted the work of Dr. Tom Begley, Williams-Raycheff Endowed Professor and Associate Director of the University's RNA Institute on his research in targeted cancer therapies.
RISE Program Helps UAlbany Innovators Turn Ideas Into Impact
In just over a year, four groups of UAlbany researchers, students and Capital Region startups have moved through the Research & Innovators Startup Exchange (RISE), exploring what it takes to bring ideas beyond the lab and into the marketplace.
UAlbany Hosts a Conversation on Women in Science Featuring Nancy Hopkins and Kate Zernike
The University at Albany recently welcomed molecular biologist Dr. Nancy Hopkins and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author Kate Zernike for a conversation on gender equity in science, leadership and academic reform.