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New Method Enables Creation of Better Therapeutic Antibodies
Technique to standardize sugar groups could lead to better quality control, customization.
Ions Sync Up into World’s First Time Crystal
Researchers forge a new state of matter using atoms and lasers.
Meet UMD Biochemistry and Economics Undergraduate Amy Zhou
Zhou’s research experiences at UMD led to a presentation at one of the largest physician conferences in the world.
High-flying Experiments Tackle the Mysteries of Cosmic Rays
Series of high-altitude balloon missions and upcoming space mission tackle enduring questions of physics.
Rapid Changes Point to Origin of Ultra-fast Black Hole “Burps”
Temperature swings of black hole winds measured for the first time.
Earth Probably Began with a Solid Shell
New research suggests that plate tectonics began later in Earth’s history.
New Link Found Between Sex and Viruses
Researchers determine that a protein required for sperm-egg fusion is identical to a protein viruses use to invade host cells; discovery could help fight parasitic diseases like malaria.
College Park Professor of Astronomy passed away, just days after learning he would receive this year’s prestigious Dan David Prize.
Four College Alumni Named 2017 Sloan Research Fellows
Amir Ali Ahmadi, Bryan Dickinson, Katherine Mackey and Suriyanarayanan Vaikuntanathan receive early-career honor.
Dean Jayanth Banavar Named Provost at the University of Oregon
Banavar has led the College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences since 2011.
Senior Lecturer Patricia Shields Receives International Microbiology Teaching Award
Shields honored for creative teaching, student mentorship and encouraging educators.
UMD Physicist Improves Method for Designing Fusion Experiments
Established method for shaping stellarator magnets receives critical update.