February 27, 2024

A recent outbreak of lead poisoning from cinnamon in applesauce has drawn attention to the toxic effect the heavy metal can have on children. The cinnamon in the applesauce was believed to have been intentionally contaminated, possibly to add to its value as a commodity sold by weight. The New York Times published an article on the outbreak, quoting Kim Dietrich, PhD, of the Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences at the UC College of Medicine.

February 26, 2024

In a heartwarming tale of alumni generosity, Randal Houts, a 1986 graduate from the University of Cincinnati, has taken a unique approach to ensure his legacy lives on in the halls of UC's School of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP). Houts recently designated his Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to UC, specifically for an endowed scholarship fund for architecture students and the DAAP Library's ambitious project to digitize Cincinnati archival materials.

February 26, 2024

Generating groundbreaking ideas from the prolific minds of researchers and academic scholars extends beyond the confines of traditional laboratory or classroom settings. A new paradigm is emerging—one where enterprising scholars find avenues to transform their intellectual capital into tangible assets by exploring commercialization opportunities. At UC, the Technology Transfer (TT) office helps scholars and researchers navigate the intellectual landscape with precision and protection. On Thursday, March 7, Geoffrey Pinski, assistant vice president of Technology Transfer, will host a webinar unearthing insights for faculty that resonate throughout and beyond the academic ecosystem.

February 26, 2024

A partnership between Cincinnati Children’s and regional institutions, including the UC College of Nursing, is supporting associate degree nursing students through their two-year program and a successive bachelor’s program to improve access and care for minority and medically underserved populations.

February 26, 2024

The opera "Blind Injustice", the story of six individuals freed through the work of the OIP, was featured in a New Yorker magazine article.

February 26, 2024

WVXU covers University of Cincinnati urban design researcher Hyesun Jeong. She has received a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to determine how public art relates to street vitality and the growth of commercial business in multiple U.S. cities.

February 26, 2024

The University of Cincinnati's Susan McElroy, MD, spoke with CNN about the impact weight loss medications like semaglutide have on people with eating disorders.

February 26, 2024

UC Blue Ash graduate Nadege Mondesir’s story is one of resilience, determination and the importance of never giving up on your dreams.

February 26, 2024

According to the National Institutes for Health, chronic sinusitis, also known as chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS), affects approximately 14.6% of the United States population and is currently the fifth most common condition treated with antibiotics, accounting for up to 22 million physician visits and costing as much as $5 billion annually. New research from the University of Cincinnati examines the incidence of people suffering from allergy symptoms who actually have CRS, a finding that could impact how those symptoms are treated. The research was published in the journal Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery.

February 26, 2024

UC Associate Professor Andy Czaja reflects on what we have learned about Mars three years into Perseverance mission.

February 23, 2024

Corin Manning, senior Information Technology student, and Dr. Angelica Hardee, Adjunct Assistant Professor, both took home awards in the 2024 Ruby and Onyx Gala on Feb. 17.

February 23, 2024

The journal Sensors & Diagnostics highlighted a University of Cincinnati at-home testing device that can diagnose gingivitis.

February 23, 2024

Five University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and UC health researchers and physicians were among the winners and finalists of the Cincinnati Business Courier's Health Care Heroes Awards 2024.

February 23, 2024

“There is no point of waiting to be an upperclassman to try to take on a leadership role.” These are the words of self-given advice that have guided University of Cincinnati student Adolphus Addison – advice that he also hopes to extend towards fellow young engineers. Currently in his second year studying biomedical engineering at UC’s College of Engineering and Applied Science, Addison has already amassed an impressive list of accomplishments.