Hudson Santos is an internationally renowned nurse investigator and educator who studies the impact of the social determinants of health on mothers and their children and has significantly increased the school’s research footprint.
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Paul Pavlou named new dean of Miami Herbert Business School
Executive education, an interdisciplinary focus, and global visibility will be among the top priorities for new dean Paul A. Pavlou, an AI and data science specialist who aims to propel the University of Miami Patti and Allan Herbert Business School forward.
‘Reinventing higher education’
A two-day conference at the University of Miami brought together hundreds of stakeholders to discuss the current state of higher education.
Desai Sethi Urology Institute Researcher Finds “Sneaky Testosterone” Might Signal Worse Outcomes for Men with Prostate Cancer
Findings from the newly published study in The Journal of Clinical Investigation suggest a large proportion of men have testosterone concentrations that are much higher in and around the prostate than traditional blood draws suggest. And this elevated exposure near the prostate increases the risk of poor outcomes after surgical removal of the prostate gland.
Is a critical system of ocean currents headed toward an imminent collapse?
A global conveyor belt, the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation is a system of ocean currents that circulates water within the Atlantic Ocean.
A way to protect coastlines and restore marine ecosystems
Wahoo Bay, a new marine park in northern Broward County, offers University of Miami researchers the first test case of an innovative way to combine natural and human-made solutions to improve coastal resilience.
University of Miami Rosenstiel School conducts rescue on corals off Miami coast
Video footage of corals affected by unprecedented heat available for download. Additional opportunity for media coverage on Tuesday, Aug. 1 at the Aquaculture and Hatchery facility. WHO: University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science WHAT: With…
UOnline and Florida Panthers form partnership to provide internships in sports management and ‘Hockey 101’ educational courses
University of Miami UOnline has signed an agreement with the Florida Panthers to provide students in the Master’s in Sport Administration program with internships, as well as launched a new online Hockey 101 course to educate fans about the game.
Know how to deal with this scorching summer
University of Miami faculty experts share ways for us to beat the hot temperatures as they continue to set records.
Warming climate will expand mosquito’s realm
John Beier, an expert in vector biology and control at the Miller School of Medicine, answers questions about climate change’s impact on mosquitoes and on the locally transmitted cases of malaria in Florida.
UMiami experts available to discuss impacts of extreme heat
CLIMATE SCIENCE Climate, weather, heat, rainfall, drought, flooding, anthropogenic warming — Amy Clement, professor of atmospheric sciences at the University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science. She is available to discuss the physical aspects of climate, Atlantic climate…
What are the reverberations of Russia’s short-lived mutiny?
In an emergency televised address to the Russian people on Saturday, as Yevgeny Prigozhin’s private army of mercenaries rumbled nearly 500 miles toward Moscow on its “march for justice,” Russian President Vladimir Putin denounced the traitors, vowed punishment, and compared the scenario to the turmoil that resulted in the Russian Revolution.
Climate crisis will fuel more intense ‘heat domes’
The brutal “heat dome” spreading beyond Texas is one of the worst the nation has seen. The weather phenomenon, which occurs when a persistent region of high-pressure traps heat over an area, will only become more frequent and intense with climate change, warns an atmospheric scientist.
‘Science Friday’ host shines a light on cephalopods
Ira Flatow, host and executive producer of “Science Friday,” recorded a radio show at the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science last week as part of a celebration of cephalopods—a marine invertebrate.
University of Miami selected to prestigious Association of American Universities
Recognized for its groundbreaking research and graduate education, the University of Miami is one of six leading research universities invited to join the association.
Coronation of King Charles III an ancient tradition in a modern world
As Westminster Abbey plans to host its 40th coronation in 900 years, members of the University of Miami community consider the role of a monarch in today’s society.
Is Colombia’s deadly Nevado del Ruiz on the verge of a major eruption?
Hundreds of villagers who live in the shadow of the Western Hemisphere’s deadliest volcano, Colombia’s Nevado del Ruiz, have been on edge for nearly a month ever since the 17,000-foot-tall mountain started spewing plumes of ash and steam high into the atmosphere, indicating that an eruption could be imminent.
Ved Chirayath is on a mission to map the world’s oceans
His fluid lensing mapping of the ocean promises to improve the resilience of coastal areas impacted by severe stormsas well as assess the effects of climate change on coastal areas around the world.
Velocity-based training keeps athletes’ minds, bodies in sync
Bryan Mann, clinical associate professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Sciences, is working with University of Miami student-athletes to maximize their ability to perform.
Maestro’s collection finds a home at the Frost School
During his nearly five-decade conducting career, Gerard Schwarz has amassed a large, artistically significant collection of printed music, all bearing his performance notations. Now, he has given that repertoire to the Frost School of Music for the benefit of future generations of music students and scholars.
Court battles will ensue following approval of oil drilling project
The Biden administration has greenlighted ConocoPhillips’ controversial Willow oil drilling project in Alaska. But environmental groups will mount legal challenges to stop it, said University of Miami environmental legal expert Jessica Owley.
Unique hybrid reefs deployed off Miami Beach
The 18-foot-long structures, including fascinating honeycomb-shaped tubes, are part of an effort by University of Miami researchers and scientists to help restore damaged coral reefs and protect coastal environments.
Historian receives highly acclaimed Dan David Prize
Krista Goff, an associate professor of history in the College of Arts and Sciences, is a 2023 recipient of the prestigious Dan David Prize for her work in illuminating the past in bold and creative ways.
‘China’s menacing behavior,’ military buildup cause for concern
China’s aggression and increasingly provocative actions in the Indo-Pacific reflect its willingness to openly challenge the U.S.-led economic order in the growth-oriented region, according to a University of Miami China and defense expert.
University’s novel degree program draws international attention
Impressed with the University of Miami’s new initiative, a representative from the University of Tokyo met with leaders of the Innovation, Technology, and Design degree program on Tuesday to learn more.
Concordia Americas Summit returns to the University of Miami
The two-day international forum convenes thought leaders to address issues dealing with the Western Hemisphere, with a focus on Latin America. The 2023 edition will occur March 9-10 on the Coral Gables Campus.
Devastating earthquake evokes memories of ’99 tragedy in Turkey
University of Miami College of Engineering faculty members Nurcin Celik and Derin Ural lived through the 1999 temblor that struck near the Turkish city of Izmit. They stand ready to offer their expertise in the aftermath of Monday’s disaster.
Rosenstiel School researcher comments on devastating earthquake in Turkey
Falk Amelung, a professor of marine geosciences at the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science: Monday’s earthquake and the powerful aftershock that followed were “left-lateral strike-slip earthquakes as expected for the East Anatolian Fault, which…
What does ChatGPT mean for higher education?
Jeffrey Duerk, executive vice president for academic affairs and provost at the University of Miami, offers his take on the capabilities of the new language software that has quickly entered the educational arena.
Conference to tackle scope of health care uncertainties
With the aim to address key challenges impacting U.S. and global health care organizations, leaders representing every facet of the industry will converge for the 2023 “The Business of Health Care Conference,” to be held Feb. 24 at the University of Miami Coral Gables Campus.
Climate crisis to worsen intensity, frequency of atmospheric rivers
A “parade” of atmospheric river storms that have pummeled California since late December is finally ending, and drier days are ahead. But as the Earth’s climate continues to warm, atmospheric rivers will only become more frequent and intense, warns a University of Miami scientist.
Xavier Cortada releases TED Talk on socially engaged art
Xavier Cortada, a University of Miami professor of practice and three-time alumnus, discusses socially engaged art in a TED Talk, which premieres globally on Dec. 15., and members of the University of Miami community got an exclusive preview of the talk during a screening on Nov. 28 at the Bill Cosford Cinema.
Cuban musician’s archives donated to the CHC
The addition of Paquito D’Rivera’s material—which includes photographs, music scores, awards, and audiovisual materials—to the University of Miami’s Cuban Heritage Collection will be a treasure trove for lovers of jazz, Latin, and classical music.
What the breakthrough in nuclear fusion energy means
Scientists have reportedly achieved a key milestone in nuclear fusion energy. University of Miami College of Engineering researcher Giacomo Po addresses queries about the process of nuclear fusion and what it could mean for the future.
Researchers’ study predicted location of Mauna Loa eruption
A year before the largest active volcano in the world erupted, research by two University of Miami scientists revealed which of the two rift zones of the Mauna Loa volcano would spew magma.
Researcher imagines a world without gratitude
To better understand the purpose of gratitude, a University of Miami psychology professor conjured up a world devoid of this emotion at the root of healthy relationships—and the centerpiece of one of our favorite holidays.
UMiami experts available to comment on midterm elections
The University of Miami has various faculty experts available to provide analysis on the 2022 midterm elections. POLITICAL SCIENCE Jennifer Marie Connolly, associate professor, conducts research in the areas of local government, city council politics, and city management. She is…
Study aims to aid people in wheelchairs impacted by climate change
Severe weather events disproportionately affect people with spinal cord injuries and disabilities. A multidisciplinary team of University of Miami researchers is leading a U-LINK project aimed at changing those circumstances by using education, innovation, and outreach.
Mayor announces Venture Miami Scholarship Program
In an initiative that City of Miami Mayor Francis X. Suarez said curates philanthropy in a high impact way, the University of Miami is one of four local academic partners to offer STEM scholarships beginning this academic year.
Cancer Expert Shares Troubling Research on World Trade Center Exposure
Police officers and construction workers who responded on September 11, 2001, to the World Trade Center disaster in New York City and worked in its aftermath had at least twice the risk of developing the precursor for multiple myeloma compared…
Termites may have a larger role in future ecosystems
University of Miami tropical biologist Amy Zanne led an international research study to investigate termite and microbial wood discovery and decay.
New class aims to foster climate-savvy leaders
The University of Miami is offering its first cross-disciplinary course focused on climate resilience and taught by a variety of key faculty members from across the institution.
Scholar: Gorbachev’s legacy strikingly different in the West and Russia
While Mikhail S. Gorbachev, who died Tuesday at 91, may be principally remembered as a courageous reformer in the West, some Russian people will view the former Soviet leader far less respectfully, according to University of Miami lecturer and Soviet expert Marcia Beck.
Cancer and HIV
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center researcher Emmanuel Thomas, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.A.S.L.D., has been appointed to the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) Coinfections and HIV Associated Cancers (HCAC) study section.
Project a model for community-based climate adaptation strategies
As part of the University of Miami multidisciplinary initiative, Hyperlocalism: Transforming the Paradigm for Climate Adaptation, residents from Homestead and Little River devised solutions to combat the effects of climate change in their communities.
Piquero tapped by Biden administration to head Bureau of Justice Statistics
Alex Piquero, a noted criminologist and chair of the Department of Sociology and Criminology, has been named director of the Bureau of Justice Statistics, part of the Department of Justice.
Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan bears ‘enormous symbolic significance’
University of Miami Chinese scholar and defense expert June Teufel Dreyer assessed the motivations and implications of the visit by the Speaker of the House to Taiwan, one of the stops on her congressional delegation tour.
Nichelle Nichols helped inspire a generation of women and young actors of color
In the television show “Star Trek,” Nichols portrayed communications officer Lt. Uhura on the USS Enterprise, breaking new ground as a Black woman in an important position of authority.
Trauma surgeon returns to Ukraine to support front-line physicians
Volunteering through the Global Surgical and Medical Support Group, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine professor Enrique Ginzburg met with Ukrainian physicians and delivered much-needed medical equipment to a military hospital in Lviv.
Planned gift for student-athletes is part of alumni couple’s legacy
University of Miami alumni Jonathan Leyva and his wife, Christina, are longtime ’Canes fans whose belief in the power of community and teamwork to bring people together motivated them to establish an endowed football scholarship through a planned gift.