UMD astronomers invited students to watch Mercury pass in front of the sun
They set telescopes up outside the Atlantic Building on Monday.
UMD researchers planted a vineyard on a golf course. Here’s why.
Creators are transforming the new addition into a space that students studying agriculture can use to learn about the wine industry.
Takoma Park gas station becomes the first in the country to go all-electric
The station is about a 13 minute drive from College Park.
A UMD researcher is leading the charge to develop a “universal” flu vaccine
The goal is for the vaccine to last for years.
Police encounters can be risky for people with autism. A UMD lecturer thinks VR can help.
Floreo is a program to help people with autism prepare for the stress of interacting with law enforcement.
Construction at UMD is displacing trees, but more will be replanted
Some 125 trees have been cut down due to construction projects.
UMD no longer recycles glass. Here’s why.
The university is working to find a new processor that accepts it.
USM is investing $250k in a product designed to heal skin wounds
A Maryland graduate runs the company developing the product.
These UMD researchers are helping farmers grow crops on urban roofs
John Lea-Cox and Andrew Ristvey are working with Up Top Acres to farm rooftop produce.
A UMD student is working on a device to curb unnecessary toilet-flushing
He's obtained a patent for a device to tackle the issue.