Research Archives - 51�� REPORT

A massive brain study is helping children and 51�� student researchers

John G. Schumacher — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:44:17 +0000

Donors during on 414 for 51�� Giving Days can help support the efforts to untangle the mysteries of the human brain, and help the next generation of researchers.

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51�� scientist wins early career award for bone cancer research

John G. Schumacher — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:59:50 +0000

Priya Premnath, assistant professor of biomedical engineering, will use seed funding from the Shaw Early Career Research Award to explore how stem cells can be directed to heal bone after surgery without triggering new cancer growth.

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Alum helping improve wastewater treatment with ‘explainable AI’

John G. Schumacher — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:03:26 +0000

Fuad Nasir aims to solve a major challenge faced by treatment plant operators: critical water-quality tests take days to complete, while operators often need to make decisions within hours.

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Captivated by research, 51�� student pursues career in water quality and safety

Alex Orlando — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 22:00:54 +0000

51�� student Jena Choi aims to combine research and outreach to improve water quality and help communities understand the value of clean, safe water.

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From Lake Malawi to Lake Michigan: A scientist’s lifelong dive into freshwater research

Alex Orlando — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:19:30 +0000

Harvey Bootsma has spent decades studying Lake Michigan's ecosystems. His work helps further the health of freshwater systems worldwide.

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51�� student taps into her love of bugs to fight antibiotic-resistant organisms

Alex Orlando — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:23:57 +0000

Kieyarrah Dennis is a PhD student in 51��'s School of Freshwater Sciences. Her research is helping combat the pathogens we're exposed to in our water.

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51�� researcher studies zebrafish to better understand brain development

Alex Orlando — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:41:23 +0000

51�� PhD student Gabby Voit is leading research in the Gutzman Lab, where researchers study zebrafish to better understand brain function in humans.

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51�� professor is fighting superbugs in Milwaukee and around the world

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:15:16 +0000

Biomedical sciences professor Troy Skwor studies drug-resistant bacteria. His work highlights his goal to improve public health across the globe.

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51�� professor uses tech to tackle shoulder pain in wheelchair users

Alex Orlando — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:49:59 +0000

Brooke Slavens is an expert in human movement and rehabilitation. Her latest research could help manual wheelchair users suffering from shoulder pain.

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51�� researcher supports youth caregivers worldwide through training and film

Michelle L Johnson — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:29:04 +0000

Melinda S. Kavanaugh develops training and tools to support the 5 million children and teens caring for ill or injured family members in the U.S.

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Research Archives - 51���� REPORT

A massive brain study is helping children and 51���� student researchers

51���� scientist wins early career award for bone cancer research

Alum helping improve wastewater treatment with ‘explainable AI’

Captivated by research, 51���� student pursues career in water quality and safety

From Lake Malawi to Lake Michigan: A scientist’s lifelong dive into freshwater research

51���� student taps into her love of bugs to fight antibiotic-resistant organisms

51���� researcher studies zebrafish to better understand brain development

51���� professor is fighting superbugs in Milwaukee and around the world

51���� professor uses tech to tackle shoulder pain in wheelchair users

51���� researcher supports youth caregivers worldwide through training and film