In the hunt for a second Earth, look to small planets
Scientists are constantly on the hunt for planets outside our solar system that could potentially provide a habitable environment for life. New research led by Miki Nakajima, an assistant professor of earth and environmental sciences, suggests scientists should look for planets that are not much larger than ours. A rocky planet with a large moon may have good potential to host life, given that our moon controls essential aspects for life, including the length of the day, ocean tides, and stable climate.
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University faculty, staff, and students can visit the Memorial Art Gallery for free with a valid University ID
Details on how employees can get their department involved with Well-U
Register for the next sessions in the Department of Psychiatry’s summer brown bag series
Rochester students and alumni continue to receive national awards based on academic success, research endeavors, and community contributions through leadership and service. Recent announcements include:
“[Vladimir] Putin has shown that he is reluctant to escalate or widen the war, at least as long as he thinks he is winning,” says Randall Stone, a professor of political science and director of the Skalny Center for Polish and Central European Studies. “Russia is currently making gains on the battlefield, and there is a very real possibility that the Western coalition to support Ukraine will crumble if Donald Trump is elected in November, so Putin believes that time is on his side.”
The Office of Total Rewards hosts a retiree benefits webinar on Friday, June 21, at 1 p.m. to discuss what it means to be eligible for retiree benefits, health and dental insurance, Medicare, enrollment periods, and other benefits offered to you as a University retiree.
Get your department involved with Well-U
Well-U, the University’s employee wellness program, offers multiple ways to get your department involved in meaningful wellness activities. You can request any of the six wellness challenges, stress-free zones, or a Well-U overview for your department. Email Well-U with questions.
University faculty, staff, and students can enjoy free, unlimited visits to the Memorial Art Gallery upon presenting a valid University ID. The benefit applies only to the ID holder and is not valid for special or ticketed events. Special exhibits may have an additional surcharge.
Department of Psychiatry Summer Brown Bag Series sessions
Registration is now open for the July 10–31 sessions of the Department of Psychiatry’s 2024 Summer Brown Bag Series. Join speakers every Wednesday at noon to learn about inequities surrounding communities through a diverse lens. CEU and CMEs are available. Learn more and register.
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