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Miniature “guts in a dish” and advanced computer modeling to reveal how microscopic organisms that naturally live in our guts direct the timing of daily activities of the cells lining our intestines.

The Leducq Foundation, which is dedicated to battling cardiovascular disease and stroke, has funded four projects worldwide for 2022. Two of those involve researchers here at UVA.

Harris is an expert in infrastructure systems and leader in research that aims to improve built environments

Harris brings extensive research accomplishments in what researchers call “built environments,” which refers to the physical places where people live and interact, such as homes,...

Pioneers in Cancer Systems Biology will Establish a Center to Look Deep Inside Cells at the “Little Organs” of Cancer

New research center, funded by the NIH's National Cancer Institute, to leverage UVA's expertise in cancer systems biology and biomedical data sciences.

Shayn Peirce-Cottler’s Work Contributes to Improved Injury Healing and Disease Treatments

Her research focuses on tiny blood vessels that are one-tenth the diameter of a human hair, needed to regenerate tissues damaged by injury or disease.

Assistant professor of civil engineering Donna Chen was part of a research team that surveyed nearly 700 Virginia cyclists to better understand road safety.

Jill S. Tietjen and Heather Wishart-Smith, P.E., are recognized by the Academy for being leaders in their respective fields of expertise.

Mool Gupta's laser research group will construct an optical probe for an autonomous mini-rover to analyze rocks, ice and other ground samples at the microscopic level to obtain biological and elemental signatures.

Q&A with Scott Acton, New Chair of UVA’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Acton's knowledge of the research enterprise and dedication to creating a meaningful student experience positions UVA Engineering for continued growth.

Beverly Miller, Ph.D. Candidate, Chemical Engineering

People become engineers because they have a passion for creating knowledge and technologies that serve society. UVA Engineering’s "For Good" series shares their voices. Beverly...