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150 Years of Innovation

Applied research in UMass history

In celebration of our sesquicentennial, PhD candidate Dan Chard, history, penned a new paper highlighting three men whose work influenced the past, present, and future of the... Read

Brain, Disrupted

The environmental effects of toxins on brain development

Long suspected to be protected by the mother, UMass biologist Tom Zoeller’s work shows how susceptible unborn children can be to environmental chemicals. The ubiquity of PCBs,... Read

CASA 2.0

Next-generation radar system is ready for prime time

When tornadoes, land falling hurricanes, and other hazards strike, National Weather Service forecasters, storm spotters, and emergency managers now have a better tool to predict,... Read

Improving Women’s Health

International expert sheds light on physical activity and pregnancy

Until recently, expectant mothers had little information about how physical activity could affect their health and the health of their unborn children. Research by epidemiologist... Read

High Impact

Campus honors undergraduates for their achievements

As we celebrate our sesquicentennial, the campus launches "Rising Researcher" - a new program to honor students whose achievements exemplify the quality of research,... Read

Sticking to Science

Geckskin™ revolutionizes the field of adhesion

Just as geckos scale trees with non-stick ease, UMass researchers have innovated Geckskin™—a small, re-usable and mess-free adhesive pad that can hold more than 700 pounds. The... Read