Studying Nemo: What these UMD researchers learned about how clownfish see The researchers worked with a team in Australia to study how clownfish see up close. Rina Torchinsky December 2, 2019
A UMD student’s research yielded 500 pounds of beans — and a hefty gift to Dining Services The beans were produced while researching the effects of adding sulfur to soil. Shreeya Agarwal November 24, 2019
Study finds that reading diaries from people of different cultures reduces prejudice A University of Maryland professor was one of the researchers who conducted the study. Eric Neugeboren November 13, 2019
UMD astronomers invited students to watch Mercury pass in front of the sun They set telescopes up outside the Atlantic Building on Monday. Freelance Reporter November 12, 2019
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. Rina Torchinsky October 24, 2019
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. Rina Torchinsky October 11, 2019
A UMD researcher is leading the charge to develop a “universal” flu vaccine The goal is for the vaccine to last for years. Rina Torchinsky September 27, 2019
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. Rina Torchinsky September 20, 2019
Construction at UMD is displacing trees, but more will be replanted Some 125 trees have been cut down due to construction projects. Rina Torchinsky September 20, 2019
UMD no longer recycles glass. Here’s why. The university is working to find a new processor that accepts it. Rina Torchinsky September 17, 2019