Biologist Vera Gorbunova to lead 5-year project on longevity
A $9.5 million grant from the National Institute on Aging will support research into the factors responsible for longevity in various species of long-lived rodents, with the goal of developing treatments to improve the aging process in people.
Andes mountains formed by ‘growth spurts’
Scientists have long been trying to understand how the Andes and other broad, high-elevation mountain ranges were formed. New research by Carmala Garzione, professor of earth and environmental sciences, provides an explanation.
Devotion, deviance face off in ‘Madame de Sade’
On Thursday, April 24, the International Theatre Program presents the rarely performed Madame de Sade, a work that explores deeply disquieting questions about the nature of suffering and belief.
Poli-sci fellowship endowed
Douglas and Constance Beck have committed more than $1 million to establish a fellowship for doctoral students in political science and related fields.
First 3-D image of structure below Sierra Negra volcano created
Home to some of the most active volcanoes in the world, researchers now have a better picture of the subterranean plumbing system that feeds the Galápagos volcanoes.
Women, minority judicial nominees receive lower ratings
A new study suggests that the American Bar Association ‘s sometimes-controversial ratings systematically award lower ratings to minorities and women than to white or male candidates.
Play explores morality, corporate responsibility
The International Theatre Program presents a modern take on one man’s struggle between morality and self-interest in Henrik Ibsen’s dark satire, An Enemy of the People.
How stellar death can lead to twin celestial jets
How do spherical stars evolve to produce highly aspherical planetary nebulae? A Rochester professor and his undergraduate student have a new theory as to why.
inspireDANCE features NYC choreographer
The InspireDANCE festival has expanded rapidly in just four years, adding a sixth day and attracting nationally acclaimed choreographers and dancers.
Biologist honored with NSF award
Sina Ghaemmaghami has been recognized for “exemplifying the role” of teacher-scholar.