University of Wisconsin–Madison

Category: News

Local to global connection: Dairy project expands Wisconsin Idea to Ethiopia

Wisconsin’s reputation as a dairy capital is giving postdoctoral research fellow Heidi Busse the chance to develop unique partnerships in countries, such as Ethiopia, where milk is not as available.

Janis Tupesis honored for work in emergency medicine and education

The award is GEMA’s highest honor, given to an “individual whose work serves as a beacon for future emergency physicians and who has put the needs of patients over self.”

Young African Leaders Speak Out:

July 10, 17 and 24: YALI Tuesdays give Young African Scholars a chance to share their work to ensure health for all.

GHI Advisory Committee member Susan Paskewitz, UW Entomology department develop app to help track ticks

Researchers hope this information will help them learn more about where and when people encounter ticks, with the ultimate goal of discovering how to limit people's exposure to tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease.

UW-Madison’s UniverCity Alliance names Gavin Luter as director

Luter most recently served as executive director of the Wisconsin Campus Compact, where he worked with universities and colleges to change institutional culture to support community-engaged policies and practices.

In second year, UniverCity has students, faculty seeking solutions to Dane County problems

In second year, UniverCity has students, faculty seeking solutions to Dane County problems

Wisconsin State Farmer: GHI Advisory Committee member Susan Paskewitz points to importance of weather, moisture in determining Wisconsin’s Lyme disease forecast

Wisconsin State Farmer: GHI Advisory Committee member Susan Paskewitz points to importance of weather, moisture in determining Wisconsin's Lyme disease forecast

WisContext: Discovery of CWD prions in soil adds piece to deer disease puzzle

WisContext: Discovery of CWD prions in soil adds piece to deer disease puzzle

GHI Director Jonathan Patz explains why climate change is the most important public health challenge

GHI Director Jonathan Patz explains why climate change is the most important public health challenge

JUNE 25: Neurosurgery in the Amazon Rainforest

June 25: Neurosurgery in the Amazon Rainforest—Providing Voice and Care for Newly-Contacted Communities