At the kick-off celebration for Earth Fest at the University of Wisconsin–Madison on Friday, April 19, Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin announced the next area of focus under the Wisconsin Research, Innovation and Scholarly Excellence (RISE) Initiative: RISE-EARTH....
Prof. Patrick McDaniel, computer science expert with UW-Madison, predicts AI advancement will lead to massive disruptions in the “social fabric” of the country and world, in much the same way as the industrial revolution did more than 200 years ago....
The U.S. Department of Energy awarded UW–Madison Extension a grant for $1 million to support a coordinated, inclusive, and transparent process that engages communities in siting large-scale renewable energy projects across Wisconsin. The grant is part of $22 million in funding from the Inflation Reduction...
On April 6, families from all over Madison explored the diversity of science at the Discovery Expo — hosted by the Morgridge Institute — held during Science Expeditions, a three-day long open house event across the UW–Madison campus....
Eight University of Wisconsin–Madison scholars have been elected fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the world’s largest general scientific society. The honor, presented annually since 1874, recognizes efforts to advance science and society, with the fellows chosen to reflect the highest...
This week, the University of Wisconsin–Madison Office of the Chancellor, in partnership with the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association, recognized Mark Bakken, James Dahlberg, and Dorri McWhorter as recipients of the 2024 Chancellor’s Entrepreneurial Achievement Award....
From urban Milwaukee to rural Washburn County, the University of Wisconsin–Madison is making a significant impact on Wisconsin students, communities and health care, according to the latest available data from the Wisconsin Idea Database project....
Each year, the UW–Madison faculty divisions honor members with Hilldale Awards to recognize their contributions to teaching, research and service. Accompanying the recognition is a $7,500 award and commendation at the April 1 Faculty Senate Meeting....
For the first time, a University of Wisconsin–Madison building will bear the name of John and Tashia Morgridge, alumni and visionary partners to UW–Madison, who have for decades made significant contributions to the university, beginning with a humble $10 gift in the 1960s....
N+1’s model is straightforward: Industry members and venture capital partners collaborate on research and education, which in turn creates both innovative solutions and career development opportunities for students. The programs range widely, including research collaborations, capstone and student projects, co-ops, hackathons, scholarships, and seminars. Membership...