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Men More Accurate than Women When Hitting a Target in the Dark Men More Accurate than Women When Hitting a Target in the Dark
UMass Amherst evolutionary biologist Duncan Irschick studied the roles of gender, target size, and darkness on adults’ ability to accurately strike a hammer on a force plate.
July 1, 2009 • Office of News & Media Relations
UMass Storm Chasers Sweep The Plains UMass Storm Chasers Sweep The Plains
UMass Amherst radar experts have returned from the biggest tornado chase in history, combining over 100 storm experts and an armada of chase equipment to gather critical data to help save lives.
June 30, 2009 • WBZ
A Yellow Ribbon Welcome A Yellow Ribbon Welcome
UMass Amherst has signed on to help more veterans receive a college education as part of the Veteran’s Administration’s voluntary Yellow Ribbon Program, a provision of the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
June 26, 2009 • University Relations
Framework for Excellence Framework for Excellence
Moving UMass Amherst to the upper echelon of national universities.
June 22, 2009 • University Relations
Researchers Design "Chemical Nose" Researchers Design "Chemical Nose"
The new tool may help sniff out cancer earlier and improve treatment options.
June 22, 2009 • Office of News & Media Relations
Campus Center Hotel Gets Makeover Campus Center Hotel Gets Makeover
The hotel been transformed into a modern, three-star facility that stands out as a top destination in Western Massachusetts.
June 21, 2009 • Office of News & Media Relations
'Grassoline' Research Featured on Cover of Scientific American 'Grassoline' Research Featured on Cover of <em>Scientific American</em>
The July issue features an article by UMass chemical engineer George Huber and a co-author who predict continued use of plant-powered vehicles could “fundamentally change the world.”
June 16, 2009 • In the Loop
Amy Novak Receives Wilma Rudolph Student-Athlete Achievement Award Amy Novak Receives Wilma Rudolph Student-Athlete Achievement Award
UMass field hockey player was honored for overcoming great personal, academic, and emotional odds to achieve academic success while participating in intercollegiate athletics.
June 15, 2009 • Athletic Department
Avon Walk Boston Highlights Research Projects Avon Walk Boston Highlights Research Projects
Grants to support three western Massachusetts research teams were announced at the seventh annual fund raiser to facilitate access to care and finding a cure for breast cancer.
June 15, 2009 • Office of News & Media Relations
High-Performance Computing Center Planned for Holyoke High-Performance Computing Center Planned for Holyoke
Organizers say the proposed $100 million, energy-efficient center could anchor a local information technology development district.
June 12, 2009 • In the Loop
Post-Workout Snack May Hamper Weight Loss Post-Workout Snack May Hamper Weight Loss
Barry Braun, director of the Energy Metabolism Laboratory at UMass Amherst, cautions that adding calories right after exercising could negate the benefits of working out.
June 11, 2009 • HealthDay
Fuller Chosen as New Dean of Isenberg School Fuller Chosen as New Dean of Isenberg School
Mark A. Fuller, professor and chair of the department of information systems at Washington State University, has been named dean of the Isenberg School of Management. Fuller begins August 1.
June 11, 2009 • In the Loop
Obama Taps Feinberg as Special Master on Executive Pay Obama Taps Feinberg as Special Master on Executive Pay
Kenneth Feinberg '67, who oversaw the Sept. 11th victim compensation fund, has been charged with regulating compensation for executives that have received government financial assistance.
June 11, 2009 • In the Loop
Kim Named Interim VC for Student Affairs and Campus Life Kim Named Interim VC for Student Affairs and Campus Life
Jean Kim will hold a one-year one-year appointment starting July 1; a national search will be conducted to fill the permanent post.
June 9, 2009 • In the Loop
Field Hockey Unveils 2009 Schedule Field Hockey Unveils 2009 Schedule
The two-time defending Atlantic 10 champions will play a 20-game schedule that includes NCAA Final Four teams Iowa and Syracuse. UMass will also host the A-10 Championship.
June 8, 2009 • Athletic Department