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Science & Technology
July 12, 2022 | 03:30 pm

Star struck: Dispatches from the James Webb Space Telescope

Humanity’s best looks at the universe so far were made possible by the contributions of scientists, engineers, and supporters—including University of Rochester community members.

topics: alumni, Department of Physics and Astronomy, Duncan Moore, faculty, featured-post-side, Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Institute of Optics, James Fienup, Judith Pipher, School of Arts and Sciences, William Forrest,
Voices & Opinion
July 11, 2022 | 02:24 pm

Solving the inflation problem

Rochester economist Narayana Kocherlakota weighs in on prevailing theories about the root causes and optimal solutions for rising inflation.

Science & Technology
June 22, 2022 | 03:43 pm

Walking gives the brain a ‘step-up’ in function for some

Certain young and healthy people show improved performance on cognitive tasks while walking, a finding that could guide scientists to identify markers for cognitive flexibility.

topics: Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience, neuroscience, research finding,
Featured
May 14, 2022 | 12:44 pm

University community comes together to celebrate Class of 2022 as one

On May 13, the University of Rochester conferred academic degrees to more than 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students as thousands of supporters cheered them on in Fauver Stadium and online. The first institution-wide commencement ceremony in nearly three decades honored the accomplishments of the entire graduating class, as well as of several award and honorary degree recipients.

topics: Class of 2022, commencement, featured-post,
Science & Technology
May 11, 2022 | 11:12 am

Laser bursts drive fastest-ever logic gates

By clarifying the role of “real” and “virtual” charge carriers in laser-induced currents, researchers at Rochester and Erlangen have taken a decisive step toward creating ultrafast computers.

topics: Department of Chemistry, Department of Physics and Astronomy, Ignacio Franco, quantum science, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences,
Science & Technology
April 27, 2022 | 03:53 pm

Does urban living put kids at greater risk of experiencing psychosis?

Using a large, nationwide sample, Rochester researchers looked at the impact that environmental and social risk factors can have during childhood.

topics: David Dodell-Feder, Department of Psychology, Medical Center, neuroscience, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences,
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