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Top Stories of 2024: Artificial Intelligence, Earth’s Ancient Mysteries and More
Revisit our most-read stories of 2024 and discover some that you may have missed.
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.
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.
Congratulations to the College's August 2024 Graduates
212 CMNS students graduated from the college in August 2024.
Congratulations to the College's December 2024 Graduates
Over 600 CMNS students graduated in December 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.