Biology Professor Sarah Kucenas Appointed Associate Dean for Research
In this new role, Kucenas will strategically lead research initiatives for her school. She will help shape its vision by mentoring faculty, promoting…
UVA Research Helps Shape New Law Advancing Math Access for Virginia Students
When Virginia Delegate Katrina Callsen took the floor during the 2025 General Assembly session to introduce a bold bill expanding access to advanced…
Advancing Discoveries and Driving Innovation at the Link Lab
Last night, over 65 UVA researchers from across Grounds gathered to pitch their ideas, network and find collaborators at the 2nd Advancing Discoveries…
Professor Mason Earns Prestigious Hartwell Research Award to Advance Treatment for Pediatric Speech Disorders
Kazlin Mason, assistant professor at the University of Virginia School of Education and Human Development, has been named a recipient of the 2024…
Stories that Inspire — UVA’s STEM Storytellers on the Hill
UVA’s third annual Story Collider event brought four distinguished faculty members to Carr’s Hill to share personal stories of struggle and perseverance in their STEM careers. Dean Stephanie Rowley, Dr. Bill Petri, astronaut Kathryn Thornton, and Professor Scott Acton each recounted obstacles they overcame, demonstrating that vulnerability, teamwork, and resilience are central to scientific success.
2025 Rath Award Winner: Mina Ostovari
One year after graduation, these alumni reflect on how their time on Grounds continues to shape their journeys.
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HOOS in STEM with Lori McMahon
PodcastThis episode of Hoos in Stem features Lori McMahon, UVA’s new Vice President for Research. Lori arrived on Grounds in June, armed with an impressive…
2023 Research Achievement Awards
The University of Virginia honored faculty members for their outstanding research and scholarship at the fifth annual Research Achievement Awards event,…
2024 Rath Award Winner: De’Ajree Branch
De’Ajree Branch, a UVA graduate student in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering in the School of Engineering and Applied Science, is the 2024 winner of…
2023 Rath Award winner: Spencer Tassone
Spencer Tassone, a UVA graduate student in Environmental Sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences, is the 2023 winner of the Bhakta Rath Research Award.