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UMD Chemistry and Biochemistry’s Myles Poulin Awarded $1.9M NIH Grant
Poulin will use the award to further his research in bacterial biofilm production, a microbiological process with implications for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease.
Changing the World From Lab to Boardroom
Judith Giordan (Ph.D. ’80, chemistry), former Fortune 100 executive and 2023 American Chemical Society president, shares her story about what catalyzed her to pursue chemistry.
From Tracking IEDs to Tackling Math and CS
How Thomas Geisler (B.S. ’21, mathematics; B.S. ’21, computer science) transitioned from the U.S. Army to the University of Maryland and a career as a software engineer.
Mathematical Biologist Abba Gumel Uses Math to Tackle Grand Challenges and Save Lives
The new Michael and Eugenia Brin Endowed Chair in Mathematics conducts research at the crossroads of math, biology and anthropogenic climate change.
Beyond the Numbers: Learning the Art and Philosophy of Mathematics
In UMD’s unique Student Initiated Courses, student instructors can share their passions with their peers while developing invaluable leadership and teaching skills.
Restoring Island-Ocean Connections Benefits Humans, Wildlife and Marine Environments
New research highlights the critical link between island and marine ecosystems, as well as the importance of coordinated conservation efforts.
Wild Adventures in Computer Science
Peter Ersts (B.S. ’97, computer science) creates software and solutions for the American Museum of Natural History’s Center for Biodiversity and Conservation.
UMD President Darryll Pines Sticks a Terrapin Pin in ‘Capital of Quantum’ Map at Global Conference
UMD's quantum science leadership is based on research, innovation, problem-solving fearlessness, he tells audience.
A new study sheds light on the specialized binding ligaments that made T. rex such a fearful and fast predator.
Rare Sighting of Luminous Jet Spewed by Supermassive Black Hole
UMD-led team discovers a bright optical flare caused by a dying star’s encounter with a supermassive black hole.
Australian Wildfires Depleted the Ozone Layer in a Variety of Ways, According to New Article
A UMD alum and professor co-authored a paper about the reduction in the thickness of Earth's protective ozone layer that followed the Australian wildfires.
From UMD to Wall Street and Beyond
Bill Fahrbach (B.S. ’02, mathematics; B.A. ’02, economics) rides a rapid wave of success as a CFO in the technology world.