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UMD Computer Science, Physics and Mathematics Graduate Programs Rank in Top 25
Computer science and physics rose to Nos. 12 and 14, respectively, and mathematics ranked No. 21 in the 2027 Best Graduate Schools list released by U.S. News & World Report. Read More » |
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Biological Sciences Major Joshua Mathew Awarded 2026 Goldwater Scholarship
The prestigious award recognizes Mathew’s accomplishments in academics, research and service. Read More » |
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New UMD-FDA Collaboration to Advance Evaluation of AI-Enabled Medical Devices
Joint projects aim to translate research into practical tools to support device review and post-market monitoring. Read More » |
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Tuning into the Cosmos
Astronomy Ph.D. student Shaniya Jarrett uses artificial intelligence to decode gravitational waves, some of the universe’s most elusive signals. Read More » |
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Rising Temperatures May Push Lyme Disease Risk Westward in Maryland
A mathematical model developed by UMD researchers illustrates how Lyme-carrying ticks respond to shifting temperatures, redistributing disease risk across the state. Read More » |
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New Study Finds a Missing Link in How the Brain Regulates Appetite
A collaboration between UMD and the University of Concepción in Chile uncovered a communication chain in the brain that could open doors to new treatments for obesity and eating disorders. Read More » |
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Cracking da Vinci’s (Genetic) Code
Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics’ Norberto Gonzalez-Juarbe and collaborators recovered enough human genetic material to link a disputed work by the 15th-century scientist and artist to letters penned by a Leonardo relative. Read More » |
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How Physics Powers EA’s Next-Gen Video Games
William Donnelly (Ph.D. ’12, physics) uses his physics expertise to render cutting-edge virtual worlds at Electronic Arts (EA). Read More » |
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Where Beauty Meets Science
Kaia Ungerer (B.S. ’23, chemistry) takes on the challenges of product development in the beauty industry as a junior chemist at Cindy J Cosmetic Labs. Read More » |
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In The News
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Research on Rare Condition Turns into Anti-Aging Skincare for Cell Biology & Molecular Genetics’ Kan Cao [NBC4]
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NASA’s Artemis Era May Finally Solve Three Major Moon Mysteries, and Geological, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences’ Nicholas Schmerr Weighs In [Scientific American] |
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Chesapeake Bay Streams are Getting Saltier, According to Research by Geological, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences’ Sujay Kaushal [Bay Journal] |
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Events |
SAT
APR
25
Department of Mathematics 150th Anniversary Celebration
Join us in commemorating 150 years of outstanding mathematics research, education and service with faculty, staff and alumni. LEARN MORE »
Sat
APR
25
Maryland Day
Join us for the University of Maryland's annual springtime open house! Bring family and friends to enjoy interactive demonstrations, performances and workshops that celebrate community, discovery and Terp pride. LEARN MORE »
Wed
May
6
Science Trivia Night
Join us for our first-ever CMNS Science Trivia Night! This event is designed for anyone with a general interest in science. LEARN MORE »
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