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Twisted Light Gives Electrons a Spinning Kick

Having tight control over the way that light and matter interact is an essential requirement for applications like quantum computing or quantum sensing.

December 12, 2024
UMD High School Math Competition Inspires New Generations of Maryland STEM Students

Maryland and D.C. high school students compete annually for scholarships to UMD.

December 12, 2024
Congratulations to the College's August 2024 Graduates

212 CMNS students graduated from the college in August 2024.

December 9, 2024
Congratulations to the College's December 2024 Graduates

Over 600 CMNS students graduated in December 2024.

December 9, 2024
Eugenia Brin, Longtime Supporter of Science and Performing Arts at UMD, Dies

The donor and her family funded research, fellowships, faculty positions and more.

December 9, 2024
Lars Peter Riishojgaard Joins UMD to Direct the Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center

He brings with him 30 years of experience working at the World Meteorological Organization, NASA and the Joint Center for Satellite Data Assimilation.

December 7, 2024
The Moon’s Biggest and Most Ancient Crater Is More Circular Than Previously Thought

University of Maryland scientists uncover new insights into the moon’s early history, revealing new possibilities for upcoming Artemis missions.

December 6, 2024
UMD Biologist Shares ‘Story of Sex’ in New Book

Eric Haag looks back 2 billion years to explain why humans have sex—and sexes—in a world where neither is a prerequisite for life. 

December 3, 2024
Entomology Department Chair Evan Economo Answers Questions About Ants and Biodiversity

The College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences hosted a Reddit Ask-Me-Anything spotlighting research on biodiversity.

December 2, 2024
High Emissions from Feedstocks and Aged Equipment are Delaying Ozone Recovery

New study investigates the 17-year discrepancy in projections for ozone recovery timelines, highlighting gaps in global reporting, compliance, and opportunities for action—as well as the ongoing impact of emissions from feedstocks and legacy equipment containing ozone-depleting substances.

December 2, 2024
 University of Maryland Institute for Health Computing Celebrates Second Anniversary

New research partnerships with AstraZeneca, NIH and FDA were announced at the North Bethesda site.

November 26, 2024
UMD Team Creates AI Tool to Give Memory a Hand

The research team found the mnemonics we prefer may not necessarily match those that actually help.

November 19, 2024