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- New research from Lisha Shao, assistant professor in the Department of Biological Sciences in UD’s College of Arts and Sciences, reveals how the brain makes split-second decisions about whether food is worth eating—offering new insight into appetite, reward, and behavior. brnw.ch/21wZFfb
- Delaware Professor April Kloxin has been named director of the Delaware Biotechnology Institute (DBI), a hub for life science research, innovation, and workforce development. Read more: brnw.ch/21wZDg6
- This week, CEHD Professor Roberta Golinkoff from @udcehd.bsky.social appeared on Good Morning America with co-author Kathy Hirsh-Pasek to share the updated Einstein Never Used Flash Cards—and how it helps kids thrive in a high-pressure world. Watch: brnw.ch/21wZvp5 Photo Credit: Katie Horn
- Dr. Kami Silk has been named the new dean of the University of Delaware Graduate College. Silk brings extensive experience in graduate education and research administration and will play a key role in advancing graduate student success and interdisciplinary scholarship. Learn more: brnw.ch/21wZr8S
- Today we celebrate Dr. King’s enduring legacy and remember that our greatest purpose is found in how we show up for one another.
- Invisible particles from space are everywhere, and a UD physicist figured out how to detect them. Professor Spencer Axani’s invention, CosmicWatch, is helping scientists study the universe and giving students hands-on access to real particle physics right in the classroom. 🌌: brnw.ch/21wZ1Ge
- Meet the UD alumni working behind the scenes with the New England Patriots, using the skills and values they built in Newark to support players, fans and the game-day experience. brnw.ch/21wYXTA
- UD grad Dan Sweeney is partnering with atTAcK addiction to change the narrative around substance use and recovery. By centering lived experience and community voices, his work aims to reduce stigma and support better outcomes. Read more about his research: brnw.ch/21wYW0y
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- Meet Kelly VanLiew, a sophomore public policy major and Blue Hen Ambassador who’s passionate about civic engagement. From representing students at the Biden School to interning with the Biden Institute and Make It Count UD, Kelly is driving impact on and off campus.
- UD's David Martin has been named to the National Academy of Inventors 2025 Class of Fellows, one of the highest honors for academic inventors. Congratulations on this well-earned recognition. brnw.ch/21wYiVv
- Today, the University of Delaware Board of Trustees unanimously voted to appoint Laura A. Carlson as the institution’s 29th president, effective Jan. 1, 2026. Read the full announcement: brnw.ch/21wYdv0
- UD football players welcomed international students for a Football 101 experience, offering a look inside the sport and sparking new connections through teamwork and curiosity. Read more: brnw.ch/21wXGy9
- UD welcomed Lieutenant Governor Kyle Evans Gay as “Dean for a Day,” giving her a firsthand look at how our students, research and clinics are driving health innovation in Delaware. From cutting-edge simulation to community care, it was a day of collaboration, learning and impact. brnw.ch/21wXBES
- Five University of Delaware professors have been named to @clarivate.com's 2025 list of Highly Cited Researchers — an international designation that recognizes scholars whose publications rank among the top 1% in citations worldwide. Learn more about their impact: brnw.ch/21wXqNh
- If you're a bird, bee or butterfly, you're always looking for a good meal. Em Beauchamp, a University of Delaware senior, wants to be sure they're eating something safe. Learn more about her research: brnw.ch/21wXgEF
- Reposted by University of DelawareStudent Spotlight: After finding a “home” in our #schoolpsychology program, grad student Lauren Dombrowski shares their commitment to supporting #LGBTQ+ youth in Delaware schools, drawing on personal experience and strengths of @udelaware.bsky.social’s program: www.cehd.udel.edu/graduate-stu...
- In a world saturated with headlines, these Blue Hens remind us why storytelling still matters. brnw.ch/21wX2u6
- As the world’s faith in journalism falters, UD-trained reporters are rising to meet the moment — challenging disinformation, defending democracy and rebuilding trust in the truth. Explore how UD alumni are redefining storytelling in the latest issue of UD Magazine: brnw.ch/21wWUJq
- UD researcher Melissa Melby found that menopause symptoms may not be as gender-specific as we think. Only 3 symptoms differed by sex—and all were higher in men. This World Menopause Day (Oct. 18), rethink what you thought you knew. Read More: brnw.ch/21wWJGm
- LGBTQ+ youth in Delaware are facing significantly higher rates of mental health symptoms and substance use compared to their peers. Assistant Professor @ericlayland.bsky.social, from @udcehd.bsky.social, is helping uncover why. 📰: brnw.ch/21wWIs4
- Is it possible to improve the nutritional value of staple crops? UD researchers, with Rodale Institute and @stroudcenter.bsky.social, found that adding beneficial bacteria to spring wheat boosted its protein content. A promising step toward more nutritious, sustainable crops. 🌾 📰: brnw.ch/21wWGqg
- University of Delaware biomedical engineer Jason Gleghorn is developing cutting-edge organ-on-a-chip models, about the size of two postage stamps, that offer a faster, less-expensive way to study disease and to develop pharmaceutical targets. Learn more: brnw.ch/21wWqzp
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- UD is using nature to fight a deadly type of cancer. Chemistry professor William Chain and his lab have invented a way to create a molecule found in guava plants that is known to fight liver cancer, opening doors to cheaper, more accessible treatments. 🌱💪 brnw.ch/21wWgwF
- The Delaware Center for Cognitive Aging Research at UD has received $13.1 million from the Delaware Community Foundation to advance Alzheimer’s prevention research. 📰: brnw.ch/21wVOMD
- “I fell in love with nutrition," says UD alumna Annie Antonov, who switched her major to nutrition and medical sciences after taking a Nutrition Concepts course. After graduating last May, she became a clinical research coordinator and lab safety officer at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Ohio.
- University of Delaware graduate students are studying birds of conservation concern to help their populations recover. The data they uncover could guide future efforts to protect and manage these vulnerable species.
- About 4,000 first-year students moved into their rooms in University of Delaware residence halls on Saturday, Aug. 23. Welcome home, Blue Hens. 📰: www.udel.edu/udaily/2025/...
- Hundreds of undergraduate students have spent the summer on research and creative projects at the University of Delaware. They’ll share their insights Thursday, Aug. 14, at UD’s 16th annual Symposium for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity.
- University of Delaware alumna Stacy Wolff has spent 14 years teaching the lifecycle of this imperiled insect. Her metamorphosis, from researcher to educator, makes her uniquely suited to fostering thoughtful scientific inquiry among elementary school students.
- University of Delaware senior Samantha Melanson, a wildlife ecology and conservation major, is studying the behavior and nesting habits of the diamondback terrapin at an outdoor research site located in her hometown of Barnegat Light, New Jersey.
- U.S. fashion companies and brands are rethinking their sourcing strategies in response to the Trump administration’s tariff and trade policies, according to new research by UD fashion professor Sheng Lu.
- University of Delaware junior Paige Burchell, an Honors student from Jamison, Pennsylvania, is learning about the mathematical modeling that goes into weather and climate forecasting this summer, as she researches the wind profiles of tropical cyclones.
- “I want to build community and help tell stories that matter,” says UD alumna Rachael Dubinsky, whose journey from agriculture to art led to her mural Purple Haze rising above the Massachusetts Turnpike. Now, she serves as Senior Communications Manager for Massachusetts College of Art and Design. 🎨🌾
- Exercising should be a priority year-round, but summer heat can challenge that commitment and make it harder to meet your daily step goal. Daniel White, UD associate professor of physical therapy, offers some practical tips on how to stay active and safe during the hottest months of the year.
- Goal! ⚽️ University of Delaware alumna Sydney Kehoe is an apparel designer at Nike and was part of the team that created the kits for 16 national women’s soccer teams, including the 2025 Euro tournament finalists England and Spain.
- A course taught by UD professor Matt Kinservik gave Delaware K-12 teachers insight into digital distraction, disinformation and how generative AI is making the problems worse for students.
- Donald Sparks, Unidel S. Hallock duPont Chair in Soil and Environmental Chemistry emeritus, will be honored with the Urey Award in Prague for his outstanding contributions to geochemistry.
- With the launch of the First State AI Institute, which will be led by Prof. Sunita Chandrasekaran, the University of Delaware will advance an open, human-centered vision of AI — one rooted in transparency, accountability and the public good.
- UD is diligently working to enhance infrastructure and support available to campus innovators. Campus and industry experts recently gathered at the FinTech Innovation Hub on UD’s Science, Technology and Advanced Research Campus to share experiences on turning research into real-world solutions.
- A new study from the University of Delaware and Columbia University looked at plastic bag bans and fees in jurisdictions across the United States to gauge their effectiveness.
- Personal trainer, published author and proud Blue Hen Shaun Zetlin returned to campus earlier this spring to share his journey of emotional fitness.
- Don't miss your chance to get a first look at images of the universe taken by the new Vera C. Rubin Observatory, which has the planet’s largest digital camera, as they are revealed and hear from the University of Delaware researchers involved in the project on Monday, June 23.
- 🚀 The University of Delaware is at the forefront of research that powers real-world solutions. At UD Day in D.C., students and faculty showcased innovative projects to federal leaders, highlighting how UD research addresses today’s most pressing challenges. 💡🔬
- Jillian Trabulsi, chair of the University of Delaware’s Department of Health Behavior and Nutrition Sciences since 2021, has been named interim dean of the College of Health Sciences.
- The graduating seniors from the University of Delaware’s TRIO Upward Bound Classic program are proof that with the right support, big dreams can become real-life plans.
- UD alumna Maria D’Aguiar Cobb is a nationally recognized educator making an impact in Delaware and beyond. A double Blue Hen and recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching, she’s dedicated to fostering inclusive classrooms and inspiring the next generation.
- The University of Delaware is now accepting nominations for the Karl W. Böer Medals, recognizing pioneering contributions to renewable energy fields.
- As a little girl, Dylan Norris dreamed of becoming a doctor. Now, as the first University of Delaware undergraduate student to complete ChristianaCare’s Achieving Competency Today (ACT) course, that dream is one big step closer.
