Latest news from University at Albany, State University of New York on News en-us Copyright 2024 News 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/new-report-examines-barriers-to-oral-health-services-for-new-yorkers/?sc=rsin /articles/new-report-examines-barriers-to-oral-health-services-for-new-yorkers/?sc=rsin Fri, 08 Nov 2024 15:00:33 EST A new report, released by the Center for Health Workforce Studies at the University at Albany's College of Integrated Health Sciences, indicates that improving access to oral health services in New York State requires a broader understanding of oral health needs and the challenges that underserved populations face. University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/ualbany-atmospheric-scientist-partners-to-study-factors-behind-contrail-formation/?sc=rsin /articles/ualbany-atmospheric-scientist-partners-to-study-factors-behind-contrail-formation/?sc=rsin Fri, 01 Nov 2024 10:15:51 EST Fangqun Yu, a senior researcher at UAlbany's Atmospheric Sciences Research Center, has released a new paper in Environmental Sciences & Technology that examines the contrail formation process, specifically exploring the role of non-volatile (soot) particles and volatile particles. University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/move-over-heartfelt-chats-it-s-the-gift-that-counts/?sc=rsin /articles/move-over-heartfelt-chats-it-s-the-gift-that-counts/?sc=rsin Thu, 03 Oct 2024 13:45:49 EST The next time you're looking to cheer up a friend or loved one, giving them a small gift -- flowers, candy, a homemade treat -- may lift their spirits faster and better than a supportive talk, according to a new study. University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/disaster-response-experts-available-to-discuss-aftermath-of-hurricane-helene/?sc=rsin /articles/disaster-response-experts-available-to-discuss-aftermath-of-hurricane-helene/?sc=rsin Mon, 30 Sep 2024 16:30:12 EST University at Albany experts at the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity are available to discuss the emergency response to Helene, along with ongoing recovery efforts. University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/researchers-use-virtual-reality-to-improve-disaster-preparedness-for-older-adults/?sc=rsin /articles/researchers-use-virtual-reality-to-improve-disaster-preparedness-for-older-adults/?sc=rsin Mon, 30 Sep 2024 15:15:46 EST DeeDee Bennett Gayle, an associate professor at the University at Albany, is leading new research focusing on using virtual reality to reduce disaster vulnerabilities for older individuals and others disproportionately affected. University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/ualbany-experts-the-intersection-of-mosquito-borne-disease-and-climate-change/?sc=rsin /articles/ualbany-experts-the-intersection-of-mosquito-borne-disease-and-climate-change/?sc=rsin Fri, 20 Sep 2024 11:05:31 EST University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/ualbany-researchers-identify-new-driver-of-antimicrobial-resistance/?sc=rsin /articles/ualbany-researchers-identify-new-driver-of-antimicrobial-resistance/?sc=rsin Fri, 20 Sep 2024 09:05:13 EST UAlbany researchers have identified a genetic mechanism that allows antimicrobial resistance to spread among Klebsiella pneumoniae -- the third leading cause of blood infections globally. University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/study-explores-associations-between-access-to-urban-blue-and-green-spaces-and-early-stage-heart-disease/?sc=rsin /articles/study-explores-associations-between-access-to-urban-blue-and-green-spaces-and-early-stage-heart-disease/?sc=rsin Fri, 20 Sep 2024 09:05:08 EST Living among nature and in close proximity to rivers were linked with better heart health; however, study results also show that environmental and social factors associated with inner-city living can outweigh benefits of park proximity for residents living in disadvantaged neighborhoods. University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/ualbany-analysis-finds-mobile-phone-distractions-adversely-affect-learning-in-young-adults/?sc=rsin /articles/ualbany-analysis-finds-mobile-phone-distractions-adversely-affect-learning-in-young-adults/?sc=rsin Tue, 17 Sep 2024 13:00:04 EST A new analysis by University at Albany researchers in the School of Education has found that young adults exposed to mobile technology distractions had worse learning outcomes in the classroom compared to those without distractions. University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/ualbany-cornell-partner-to-bring-advanced-weather-data-to-farmers-across-new-york/?sc=rsin /articles/ualbany-cornell-partner-to-bring-advanced-weather-data-to-farmers-across-new-york/?sc=rsin Wed, 04 Sep 2024 16:05:39 EST A new partnership between the New York State Mesonet at the University at Albany and New York State Integrated Pest Management Program (NYSIPM) at Cornell University is helping farmers and agricultural producers across the state optimize crop management. University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/nowhere-near-done-ualbany-physicists-hail-latest-in-dark-matter-hunt/?sc=rsin /articles/nowhere-near-done-ualbany-physicists-hail-latest-in-dark-matter-hunt/?sc=rsin Wed, 04 Sep 2024 10:30:09 EST Physicists at the University at Albany hail the latest progress in the hunt for direct evidence of dark matter -- believed to be a massive-but-so-far-invisible building block to the universe. University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/the-shape-of-molecules-to-come-a-qa-on-designing-dna-nanostructures-for-biomedical-applications/?sc=rsin /articles/the-shape-of-molecules-to-come-a-qa-on-designing-dna-nanostructures-for-biomedical-applications/?sc=rsin Tue, 06 Aug 2024 11:05:38 EST By discovering new ways to manipulate matter at the atomic and molecular levels, advances in nanotechnology are paving the way for innovations in medicine, electronics, materials science and environmental remediation, among many other areas. University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/ualbany-study-joint-effects-of-thunderstorms-and-power-outages-increase-respiratory-related-emergency-department-visits/?sc=rsin /articles/ualbany-study-joint-effects-of-thunderstorms-and-power-outages-increase-respiratory-related-emergency-department-visits/?sc=rsin Mon, 05 Aug 2024 14:05:30 EST A new study led by UAlbany researchers is among the first to examine the joint effects of thunderstorms and power outages on respiratory-related emergency department visits in New York State. University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/ualbany-study-examines-impact-of-exposure-to-ultrafine-particles-on-mortality-in-new-york/?sc=rsin /articles/ualbany-study-examines-impact-of-exposure-to-ultrafine-particles-on-mortality-in-new-york/?sc=rsin Tue, 30 Jul 2024 14:10:20 EST A new study has found a link between long-term UFP exposure and increases in mortality in New York, especially among underserved populations. University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/ualbany-polisci-experts-gender-race-likely-to-be-key-issues-around-kamala-harris-s-bid-for-nomination-presidency/?sc=rsin /articles/ualbany-polisci-experts-gender-race-likely-to-be-key-issues-around-kamala-harris-s-bid-for-nomination-presidency/?sc=rsin Wed, 24 Jul 2024 09:05:09 EST University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/u-s-historian-available-to-share-insight-on-joe-biden-s-withdrawal-from-presidential-race/?sc=rsin /articles/u-s-historian-available-to-share-insight-on-joe-biden-s-withdrawal-from-presidential-race/?sc=rsin Mon, 22 Jul 2024 13:05:54 EST University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/ualbany-chemist-available-to-discuss-eli-lilly-alzheimer-s-drug/?sc=rsin /articles/ualbany-chemist-available-to-discuss-eli-lilly-alzheimer-s-drug/?sc=rsin Tue, 09 Jul 2024 10:05:04 EST University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/ualbany-uconn-researchers-partner-to-improve-grid-resilience-through-2-63-million-investment-from-doe/?sc=rsin /articles/ualbany-uconn-researchers-partner-to-improve-grid-resilience-through-2-63-million-investment-from-doe/?sc=rsin Tue, 02 Jul 2024 10:25:12 EST As extreme weather events become more frequent, the University at Albany and University of Connecticut are partnering to improve Northeast U.S. power grid resilience. University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/ualbany-climatologist-awarded-2-million-to-study-climate-change-in-south-america/?sc=rsin /articles/ualbany-climatologist-awarded-2-million-to-study-climate-change-in-south-america/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Jun 2024 12:05:01 EST UAlbany Professor Mathias Vuille is launching two research projects focused on past, present and future climate change in South America. University at Albany, State University of New York /articles/ualbany-state-weather-risk-communication-center-director-available-to-discuss-extreme-heat/?sc=rsin /articles/ualbany-state-weather-risk-communication-center-director-available-to-discuss-extreme-heat/?sc=rsin Mon, 17 Jun 2024 13:05:34 EST University at Albany, State University of New York