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Technology

New discovery could rewrite the textbook on polymer engineering

Jay Kakade

A new design by researchers at the University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science could solve the 200-year-old challenge in polymers. It...

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Science

3D-printed concrete offers enhanced strength, durability, and lower carbon emissions

Ashwini Sakharkar

Researchers are developing a more sustainable, printable cementitious composite.

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Health

Undergrad discovers key to improved Crohn’s treatments

Dr. Prajakta Banik

Controlled pediatric Crohn's still shows duodenal microbiota imbalance.

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Health

Toxic tau protein linked to Alzheimer’s discovery

Dr. Prajakta Banik

Tau oligomers cause harm to neuronal nuclei structure and function.

Image showing Yogurt could help your mood as well as your gut. UVA researchers say a bacterium in fermented foods may help change the way you feel, opening a realm of possible treatments for mental health and other medical issues.
Health

Stomach-focused strategies for better mental well-being

Dr. Prajakta Banik

Lactobacillus in altered flora balances IFNγ for stress resilience.

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Health

Preventing coronary artery disease through gene discoveries

Dr. Prajakta Banik

Genome-wide study uncovers coronary artery calcification insights.

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Invention

Liquid nanofoam: New hope for injury prevention

Dr. Prajakta Banik

Liquid nanofoam cushions to protect athletes, drivers, and patients.

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Invention

UVA-led discovery challenges 30-year-old dogma in associative polymers research

Vidya Nagalwade

Associative polymers have unique self-healing and flow properties.

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