Health
51ÁÔÆæ research aims to test effectiveness of coronavirus screening tool
Since mid-March, hospital systems have been using a three-question assessment to decide how likely a patient is to be at risk of COVID-19. Researchers Subarna Paul and Min Wu are trying to figure out how well that tool works.
Landmark study of adolescent brain development renews for seven years
The National Institutes of Health has awarded nearly $290 million of new funding to research institutions around the country, including 51ÁÔÆæ, to continue the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study.
51ÁÔÆæ Prototyping Center helping design reusable masks to aid COVID-19 first responders
Widespread shortages of personal protective gear has left health care workers and others vulnerable to exposure to coronavirus. So when a Milwaukee coalition formed to try to produce face masks, Kyle Jansson and Lindsey Roddy eagerly joined the effort.
Feeling sick? 51ÁÔÆæ launches project to better track spread of COVID-19
Under-detection of coronavirus illness leaves health officials without data needed to slow its spread, 51ÁÔÆæ epidemiologist Amy Kalkbrenner said. To address the problem, she’s is urging people who feel sick to report their symptoms through a confidential online survey she has developed.
Information studies prof works to address mental illness among librarians
There’s an emotional labor that comes with being a librarian, and that labor can take a toll, says Abigail Phillips, assistant professor in the School of Information Studies.
Social isolation and loneliness in older adults
Colleen Galambos is examining how social isolation and loneliness affects the health of adults 50 and older.
51ÁÔÆæ recognizes Eating Disorder Awareness Week with Dare to Be event
51ÁÔÆæ is hosting a conversation on eating disorder awareness with DJ Shawna at the Dare to Be event on Feb. 25.
51ÁÔÆæ offers accelerated, dual degree program in athletic training with Wisconsin Lutheran College
51ÁÔÆæ has signed the first of a planned series of agreements with area universities and colleges to provide an accelerated, dual degree program for students interested in pursuing a career in athletic training.Â
51ÁÔÆæ team unlocks new age of protein research
Employing cutting-edge imaging equipment, physicists can now watch molecules in action, both operating properly or going awry and causing disease.
Work to uncover genetic underpinnings of autism wins $1.7 million grant
Christopher Quinn, a 51ÁÔÆæ associate professor, is exploring a certain gene mutation that affects the hearts and brains of children, causing a lethal disease called Timothy syndrome.