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Researchers investigate potential threat to speech privacy via smartphone motion sensors

UAB’s team found that smartphone motion sensors may pose a threat to speech privacy only if devices are sharing the same surface.

Network biology reveals pathogen targets in the model plant Arabidopsis thaliana

Such analysis, researchers say, can help identify pathogen contact points between species, including pathogens causing human disease.

Art historian recognized for scholarly research and teaching

Heather McPherson, Ph.D., was awarded the 2018 Ireland Prize for Scholarly Distinction.

Times Higher Education ranks UAB No. 1 young U.S. university, top 10 worldwide

Times Higher Education’s university rankings, among the world’s most comprehensive, balanced and trusted, name UAB the top young U.S. university and top 10 in the world.

UAB’s MPA Program hosts first international training program

Ten senior faculty members from the Bangladesh Public Administration Training Centre (BPATC) came to UAB for an intensive three-week training program centered around building leadership skills in the public sector.

Student spotlight: Fulbright Scholar Tamesha Duesbury

Tamesha Duesbury, a Fulbright Scholar pursuing her Master’s of Science in Criminal Justice, is the first Barbadian student at UAB.

Entrepreneurial activity spurred by commercialization accelerator program

Entrepreneurship training program pushes students to develop and deploy ideas to be successful startups.

UAB graphic design alumna wins national advertising awards

The awards are for Samantha Richardson’s work for the Fountain Heights community, which she completed as a student.

Stephen Watts to chair organizing committee for NIH workshop

Stephen A Watts, Ph.D, a professor in the Department of Biology, has been selected to chair the organizing committee for the ORIP/DPCPSI/OD-NIH workshop on “Defining Nutrition in Zebrafish and other Biomedical Research Diets: Needs and Challenges.”

Five UAB Music Technology students complete Avid Pro Tools Certification

Five UAB students majoring in music technology have successfully passed the Avid Pro Tools certification exam.

Study explains one reason hair can turn gray

Graying hair is linked to innate immune response, activation of which can decrease pigmentation in hair.

Department recognizes honors award recipients

The Department of Sociology recognizes our 2018 honors award recipients.

Student wins Karina Eide Memorial College Scholarship for Students with Dyslexia

Molly Clay has not let dyslexia impede her success. She maintains a spot on the dean’s list while balancing a job and participation in multiple campus organizations.

As she finishes one dream, UAB student is living another

Pryor found that, even though she had earned her associate’s degree in 2008, “there were certain jobs I couldn’t apply for without a bachelor’s degree.”

Bicycle safety: Know the laws, prepare accordingly before you ride

Riding bicycles is a fun and healthy way to get around efficiently. Know the rules and keep yourself safe while riding.

Student profile: Laila-Rose Hudson

Laila-Rose Hudson is the UAB Political Science Program’s Outstanding Student for 2018.

Grant launches research on virtual training for parents installing car seats

Study abroad in Kenya

A group of social work students who went to Kenya this spring break for study abroad presented their experiences at UAB's Spring EXPO.

Social Work Student presents at UAB Spring Expo

Caroline Wood, a social work honors student, presented a poster on her research project titled "Prevalence and Predictors of Antiretoviral Medication Non-Adherence among HIV/HCV Co-infected Patients in Clinical Care."

Biology students recognized at 2018 Spring Awards Ceremony and Luncheon

The Department of Biology recognized a number of undergraduate and graduate students at its 2018 Spring Awards Ceremony and Luncheon on April 12.

Automating personal safety with wearable smart jewelry

The Smart Bracelet, designed by UAB researchers, automatically detects signs of physical assault and alerts emergency personnel of the user’s location.

“Alabama Reckoner” by Doug Baulos on exhibition in Dothan

For the exhibition, Baulos will present portraits of artists who inspire him, many of whom are also from Alabama.

Stacy Moak recognized as a Faculty Fellow in Engaged Scholarship

Dr. Stacy Moak was recognized as a Faculty Fellow in Engaged Scholarship on March 23, 2018.

Social Work Month celebration with students and family

The UAB Department of Social Work celebrated Social Work Month with students and their families. Grace Dugger, SW Alumni Society President, was the keynote speaker.

Facebook privacy settings: How to make your account more secure

Gary Warner, cybersecurity expert and director of Research in Computer Forensics, offers tips on which Facebook settings to pay close attention to.

UAB Music flutist set for grad school at UK conservatory

Flutist and singer Marta Piroșcă has been awarded a full-tuition scholarship to Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance in London.

Four students selected for innovation fellowship to influence change on UAB’s campus

The University Innovation Fellowship provides a platform for students to innovate outside the classroom.

Leading the way to neuroscience diversity

Two graduate students and a UAB program are in the vanguard of efforts to increase underrepresented researchers in neuroscience.

Undergraduate Neuroscience Program's Outstanding Seniors: Remy Meir

Remy Meir, a senior majoring in the Undergraduate Neuroscience Program, writes about her experiences in the program and at UAB.

Undergraduate Neuroscience Program's Outstanding Seniors: Mugdha Mokashi

Mugdha Mokashi, a senior majoring in the Undergraduate Neuroscience Program, writes about her experiences in the program and at UAB.

Restoring turtle population in Alabama salt marshes is focus of newly received grant

Diamondback terrapin population, a staple in Alabama salt marshes, continues to decline. UAB researchers look to reverse conservation concerns.

BSW students attend the DC Fly-In

BSW Students Caroline Wood and Melody Higgins, along with Dr. Laurel Hitchcock, attended the University of Alabama's School of Social Work DC Fly-In.

Miranda Trentle awarded the Individual Fellowship Incentive Award

Chemistry graduate student Miranda Trentle was awarded the Individual Fellowship Incentive Award from the Graduate School.

Kiera Walker pairs research skills with a desire to help others

Kiera Walker went from a major in Biology to earning a graduate degree in counselor education, all at UAB.

National traffic safety program invites UAB graduate student to participate in research internship

A UAB graduate student will work with the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety to gain hands-on research experience applicable to his work in the UAB TRIP Lab.

Research and creativity showcased at UAB undergraduate expo

UAB students gain experience in communicating research at 11th annual undergraduate expo.

Undergraduate Neuroscience Program's Outstanding Seniors: Samantha Thompson

Samantha Thompson, a senior majoring in the Undergraduate Neuroscience Program, writes about her experiences in the program and at UAB.

UAB offers new services for off-campus students

Off-Campus Student Services will be a centralized resource for all students who do not live on campus.

College of Arts and Sciences graduate programs ranked nationally

The Graduate and Professional programs within the Departments of Biology and Political Science and Public Administration rank among the nation’s best.

Three Questions: Award-winning poet Tina Mozelle Braziel

Tina Mozelle Braziel, program director of the Ada Long Creative Writing Workshop, is the recent recipient of the Philip Levine Prize for Poetry.