
Showcase 2026: Grad Student Rethinks Connection Through Third Spaces
University at Albany graduate student Pallav Savaliya has identified a shortage of third spaces in urban life across the United States, particularly for young people.

Study Identifies Pollutant Exposure as Gap in Human Biology Research
Publishing in the American Journal of Human Biology, UAlbany scientists Lawrence M. Schell and Mia V. Gallo outline why measuring pollutant exposure should be a central component of research on growth, development, reproduction and chronic disease.

Showcase 2026: Nanotech Student Finds Rhythm in Research
UAlbany junior Harry Weinstein is already presenting his research on a global stage, sharing work on next-generation chip-making materials at a leading international conference. He will present that work again at Showcase on April 30.

Albany Film Festival Explores Storytelling Across Page, Screen
From Oscar-nominated filmmakers to historians, musicians and cultural critics, this year’s Albany Film Festival will bring together artists and scholars whose work explores how stories move across mediums. Presented by the New York State Writers Institute, the sixth annual festival returns to campus March 28.

Q&A With Gaurav Malhotra: What Can the Human Brain Teach Us About Artificial Intelligence?
Assistant Professor of Psychology Gaurav Malhotra shares insights on what drew him to the intersection of computer science, psychology and neuroscience, and how his research on human behavior and vision could advance our understanding of complex AI models.

Brian Tang: The Costs of Living Weather Blind
For decades, the U.S. country has wisely invested in the pieces needed to improve forecasts — collecting observations, performing research and developing more capable computer models. Much of this work is performed and funded through government agencies like the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Science Foundation (NSF).

Women in STEAM Share Personal, Professional Journeys at UAlbany Women’s Day Celebration
Women in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) shared their personal and professional journeys as part of an International Women’s Day networking event organized by the student chapter of the Society of Women Engineering and Women in Science and Health.

Showcase 2026: Olzak Blends Ancient Craft and Modern Art
UAlbany student Joel Olzak's work, along with that of other graduating MFA students, will be on display during Showcase 2026, the University at Albany’s annual celebration of student research, scholarship and creative activity.