Academics

Graduate student Nona Kiknadze will teach a spring course designed to help students explore personal well-being, self-discovery, and how to live their best lives.

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Top researchers recognized for impactful discoveries

Seven University of Miami scholars and experts whose investigative contributions are helping to resolve challenges to Florida and beyond are honored by the Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine of Florida.

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Top researchers recognized for impactful discoveries

Seven University of Miami scholars and experts whose investigative contributions are helping to resolve challenges to Florida and beyond are honored by the Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine of Florida.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/11/top-researchers-recognized-for-impactful-discoveries.html

Top researchers recognized for impactful discoveries

Seven University of Miami scholars and experts whose investigative contributions are helping to resolve challenges to Florida and beyond are honored by the Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine of Florida.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/11/top-researchers-recognized-for-impactful-discoveries.html

Top researchers recognized for impactful discoveries

Seven University of Miami scholars and experts whose investigative contributions are helping to resolve challenges to Florida and beyond are honored by the Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine of Florida.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/11/top-researchers-recognized-for-impactful-discoveries.html


Teaching tools for the future

At the University’s Faculty Showcase, instructors from across the University learned the importance of peer collaboration from Eric Mazur, a renowned physics scholar and innovative educator.

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Teaching tools for the future

At the University’s Faculty Showcase, instructors from across the University learned the importance of peer collaboration from Eric Mazur, a renowned physics scholar and innovative educator.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/11/teaching-tools-for-the-future.html

Teaching tools for the future

At the University’s Faculty Showcase, instructors from across the University learned the importance of peer collaboration from Eric Mazur, a renowned physics scholar and innovative educator.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/11/teaching-tools-for-the-future.html


Engineering professor endows award for faculty support

James Tien’s Early Career Award and Grant at the University of Miami recognizes and supports early-career faculty, fostering academic growth and opening doors to future opportunities across all disciplines.

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Engineering professor endows award for faculty support

James Tien’s Early Career Award and Grant at the University of Miami recognizes and supports early-career faculty, fostering academic growth and opening doors to future opportunities across all disciplines.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/engineering-professor-endows-award-for-faculty-support.html


Cultivating equitable and resilient housing solutions for Miami

A symposium organized by the Office of Civic and Community Engagement explored how climate gentrification is impacting Miami and aims to inspire future policy solutions.

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Cultivating equitable and resilient housing solutions for Miami

A symposium organized by the Office of Civic and Community Engagement explored how climate gentrification is impacting Miami and aims to inspire future policy solutions.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/10/cultivating-equitable-and-resilient-housing-solutions-for-miami.html


One Book, One U shares poignant stories

University of Miami alumna Daisy Hernández is the author of the book “The Kissing Bug: A True Story of a Family, an Insect, and a Nation’s Neglect of a Deadly Disease.”

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One Book, One U shares poignant stories

University of Miami alumna Daisy Hernández is the author of the book “The Kissing Bug: A True Story of a Family, an Insect, and a Nation’s Neglect of a Deadly Disease.”

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Student startups are propelled by USTAAR funding

The University Student Startup Accelerator invested $500,000 in seven student teams at the recent pitch competition, with four teams receiving $100,000 each.

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Hurricane impacts on mosquito populations

University of Miami health geographer Imelda Moise led a study that found mosquito populations in Miami-Dade County increased dramatically after Hurricane Irma.

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Faculty Senate plays a key role in the University

The 51-member Faculty Senate represents all of the institution’s schools and colleges and shares governance of the University.

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Welcoming students to a new reality

A new application for students offered through First Year Directions classes at the University of Miami gives them a chance to experience unique campus activities virtually.

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Welcoming students to a new reality

A new application for students offered through First Year Directions classes at the University of Miami gives them a chance to experience unique campus activities virtually.

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Bringing research to the forefront

Dr. Maria Alcaide started her career at the University as an infectious disease physician and has since built a strong research portfolio. She was tapped to be the interim vice provost for research and scholarship.

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Bringing research to the forefront

Dr. Maria Alcaide started her career at the University as an infectious disease physician and has since built a strong research portfolio. She was tapped to be the interim vice provost for research and scholarship.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/09/bringing-research-to-the-forefront.html



Increasing access to academic support

The new Center for Academic Navigation and Success aims to reduce wait times so that all undergraduate students can get academic guidance on demand.

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Increasing access to academic support

The new Center for Academic Navigation and Success aims to reduce wait times so that all undergraduate students can get academic guidance on demand.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/08/increasing-access-to-academic-support.html


Research experience draws students from near and far

Dozens of undergraduate students, including many from other institutions, recently wrapped up a 10-week summer research experience in labs across the University of Miami.

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Research experience draws students from near and far

Dozens of undergraduate students, including many from other institutions, recently wrapped up a 10-week summer research experience in labs across the University of Miami.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/07/research-experience-draws-students-from-near-and-far.html



First Star Academy builds confidence and careers

Guided by University faculty and alumni, a cohort of youths impacted by foster care is strengthening academic skills and thriving as part of their summer residency learning experience.

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First Star Academy builds confidence and careers

Guided by University faculty and alumni, a cohort of youths impacted by foster care is strengthening academic skills and thriving as part of their summer residency learning experience.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/07/first-star-academy-builds-confidence-and-careers.html


What’s in the sludge? This intern seeks to know.

Together with a cohort of students from around the country, Jessica Jarratt is interning in a marine science laboratory in Virginia, quantifying and characterizing microplastics in biosolids.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/07/whats-in-the-sludge.html

What’s in the sludge? This intern seeks to know.

Together with a cohort of students from around the country, Jessica Jarratt is interning in a marine science laboratory in Virginia, quantifying and characterizing microplastics in biosolids.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/07/whats-in-the-sludge.html


Enhancing the work of journalists

Two School of Communication graduate students received microgrants from the Graduate School that will allow them to gather data for their theses.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/06/enhancing-the-work-of-journalists.html

Enhancing the work of journalists

Two School of Communication graduate students received microgrants from the Graduate School that will allow them to gather data for their theses.

https://news.miami.edu/stories/2024/06/enhancing-the-work-of-journalists.html


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