New Study Finds a Missing Link in How the Brain Regulates Appetite

A collaboration between the University of Maryland and University of Concepción in Chile uncovered a communication chain in the brain that could open doors to new treatments for obesity and eating disorders.

UMD Computer Science, Physics and Mathematics Graduate Programs Rank in Top 25

Computer science and physics rose to Nos. 12 and 14, respectively, and mathematics ranked No. 21 in the 2027 Best Graduate Schools list released by U.S. News & World Report.

Celebrate Maryland Day on April 25, 2026

The College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences will host 45 events.

UMD Junior Joshua Mathew Awarded 2026 Goldwater Scholarship

The prestigious award recognizes Mathew’s accomplishments in academics, research and service.

New UMD-FDA Collaboration to Advance Evaluation of AI-Enabled Medical Devices

Joint projects aim to translate research into practical tools to support device review and post-market monitoring.

Rising Temperatures May Push Lyme Disease Risk Westward in Maryland

A mathematical model developed by UMD researchers illustrates how Lyme-carrying ticks respond to shifting temperatures, redistributing disease risk across the state.

UMD Geological, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences Chair James Farquhar Named 2025 AAAS Fellow

The distinguished lifetime honor recognizes Farquhar’s research studying the evolution of Earth’s ancient atmosphere. 

UMD Chemistry and Biochemistry Professor Lawrence Sita Named 2025 AAAS Fellow

The distinguished lifetime honor recognizes Sita’s innovative solutions to combat the world’s plastic pollution problem. 

Ian Spielman Named AAAS Fellow

He was recognized for his research that uses ultracold atoms to study a broad range of topics. 

Explore the Chemistry of Food with UMD Senior Lexi Chiu

The double-degree student in chemistry and nutrition and food science finds connections between the lab and the kitchen. 

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