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Study: ‘Classic example’ of sexual dimorphism in fossil record actually shows nuance between males and females
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Post-baccalaureate program will help students prepare for medical school, health careers
OVERLAND PARK – The University of Kansas Edwards Campus (KUEC) is rising to meet the growing demand for health science professionals through a new post-baccalaureate certificate program. This program provides students with the science and research background necessary to move on to medical school, a career in biotechnology or another...
Discovery on evolution of efflux pumps could yield important insights into fighting antibiotic resistance
Under broader set of leadership styles, planners can serve as leaders in communities
LAWRENCE — Much past research and common perception communicated to those in urban planning was that if they wanted to serve as leaders, their only choice was to run for political office. ...
Trump hypes Montenegro ‘aggression,’ Slavic languages and cultures expert says
LAWRENCE – Could the “aggressive” nature of Montenegro’s 630,000 people trigger World War III, as suggested by President Donald Trump following his Helsinki summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin? ...
Scientists report abrupt-cloud clearing events over southeast Atlantic Ocean that are a new piece in the climate puzzle
Three KU faculty receive status of University Distinguished Professor
LAWRENCE — Interim Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Carl Lejuez has appointed three University of Kansas faculty members to be University Distinguished Professors. The appointments for professors Nyla Branscombe in the Department of Psychology, Michael Engel in the Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology and Neal Kingston in the Department...
Study finds Medicaid expansion 'acts as employment incentive' for individuals with disabilities
University community mourns death of KU’s 15th chancellor, Del Shankel
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas community is mourning the death of its 15th chancellor, Del Shankel, who died July 12 in Lawrence. He was 90. ...
$2 million gift establishes addictions research center at KU
LAWRENCE — The opioid crisis has brought heightened attention to the effects of addiction on individuals, families and communities. As health practitioners, politicians and families grapple with solutions, the University of Kansas is establishing a new resource in the region to better understand and treat addiction in its many forms. ...
If we have less control over our moral actions than we think, David Hume can help, philosopher says
LAWRENCE — Recent findings from moral psychologists suggests we might have very little rational and intentional control over how we perceive many situations and how we respond to them. ...
Emmett Till expert can comment on enduring nature of the case
KU announces new members of Phi Beta Kappa honor society
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas Alpha chapter of Phi Beta Kappa academic honor society has initiated 78 new members. ...
Polyps will let unrelated 'others' fuse to them and share tissue, scientists discover
LAWRENCE — We humans will put up with a lot from our relatives. Yet most of us are less charitable with people outside of our family circle. ...
Humanities Kansas Grant will support upcoming Caribbean studies symposium (Opens in new window)
LAWRENCE – Humanities Kansas recently awarded $2,500 to the Center for Latin American & Caribbean Studies at the University of Kansas in support of the Unexpected Caribbean Symposium. This event is designed to expand the understanding of the Caribbean as a complex cultural, geographical and geopolitical space by fostering broad,...
Curriculum and instruction professor recognized with AERA Dissertation Recognition Award
LAWRENCE – Christopher Kirchgasler, assistant professor in the Department of Curriculum & Teaching at the University of Kansas, was selected to receive the 2018 Dissertation Recognition Award, granted by the American Educational Research Association (AERA) Division B. ...
Special education department announces 2018 Whelan Leadership for Learning Awards
LAWRENCE — The Department of Special Education and the Center for Research on Learning at the University of Kansas have announced the 2018 Whelan Leadership for Learning Award recipients: Chris Cooper, assistant superintendent for Abilene Public Schools in Abilene; and Annette McDonald, math teacher and swimming coach at Free State...
World Cup in Russia brings to mind Soviet-era efforts of soccer diplomacy
LAWRENCE — This summer's World Cup hosted by Russia and the unexpected success of the Russian national team has shined a spotlight on the region's history with the popular worldwide sport. ...
ACLS award will help make more African-American novels available for digital research
Program to reunite families disrupted by substance abuse exceeding expectations
LAWRENCE — When children are removed from the home or face the risk of removal because of parental substance abuse, the experience can be traumatic and have long-lasting effects on both the children and parents. A federally funded project designed to reunify and strengthen families in these situations throughout Kansas...
News conference to introduce athletics director set for July 11 at 11 a.m.
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas will officially introduce Jeff Long, the university’s new director of athletics, at a news conference at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 11, in the Lied Center Pavilion. ...
KC schoolchildren will take part in Summer Learning Day
LAWRENCE – The Kansas Enrichment Network and the YMCA of Greater Kansas City will highlight the importance of summer learning opportunities at a special event this week at Bentwood Elementary School in Overland Park. ...
Researchers improve conductive property of graphene, advancing promise of solar technology
Humanities lab preps students for summer field school in Tanzania
LAWRENCE – Seven students and four faculty and staff members are preparing to travel to Tanzania in August as part of a humanities-based lab titled colLAB: Bridging East Africa’s Digital Health Divide. Through the lab’s field school, participants will learn about how technology transforms health care access and capacity in...