Strengthening Puerto Rico’s Power Grid for a Resilient Future
Jorge González-Cruz of the Atmospheric Sciences Research Center is leading a project to improve Puerto Rico's power grid resiliency.
Study: UAlbany Generates More than $1B for Capital Region Economy
The University at Albany generates $1.1 billion in economic activity throughout the Capital Region, according to a report released today (attached). The analysis, conducted by the Capital District Regional Planning Commission, found the economic impact of UAlbany translated into $813 million in operational impacts; $211.7 million in construction-related impacts; $80 million in UAlbany students spending in local communities; and over 8,000 jobs across the Capital Region.
UAlbany Center for Biophotonic Technology and Artificial Intelligence Adds International Research Partner
University at Albany chemist Igor Lednev is adding another research partner to help develop laser-based technologies for forensics and medical diagnostics.
UAlbany Selected One of The Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs
The University at Albany has been selected as one of the 2025 Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs. The annual recognition – awarded by ACPA - College Student Educators International (ACPA) and Diverse: Issues in Higher Education – celebrates student affairs workplaces that are vibrant, diverse, supportive and committed to staff work-life balance, professional development and inclusive excellence.
UAlbany Biologist Awarded $3.3M for Research on Kallmann Syndrome and Olfactory Development
Paolo Forni has received two grants totaling more than $3.3 million from the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. The funding will support his work studying Kallmann syndrome and related disorders affecting fertility and olfaction.
UAlbany Chemists Develop Color-Changing Test for Rapid Salmonella Detection
UAlbany researchers have developed a new method for fast-acting salmonella detection. The test employs a paper strip that changes color in the presence of the bacterial genome, enabling quick, easy and inexpensive screening for salmonella in food products.
A Passion for EUV Research Fuels Nhan’s PhD Pursuits
UAlbany graduate student Justin Nhan is a self-described tech enthusiast. Working alongside College of Nanotechnology, Science, and Engineering (CNSE) Professor Kathleen Dunn, Nhan’s research involves EUV lithography, a process central to creating smaller, more powerful computer chips.
UAlbany Researchers Make Top 2% Worldwide List
More than 40 researchers from the University at Albany have been ranked among the world’s top researchers, according to a Stanford University study published annually through Elsevier.
UAlbany Launches Major and Graduate Program in Game Design and Development
Student gamers at the University at Albany have two new academic programs to help turn their passion into a career.
UAlbany Signs Onto Program to Reduce Plastics on Campus
Joining the National Wildlife Federation's Plastics Reduction Partner program signals a commitment toward eliminating plastic use by building awareness and supporting behavior change, and by making operational changes in areas such as purchasing.
UAlbany Athletes Garner Honors for Academic, On-Field Success
UAlbany student athletes have earned plaudits for their success on the field and in the classroom.
CNSE Partnering with DeepSeq on Generative AI for Drug Research
University at Albany Professor of Nanoscale Science and Engineering Susan Sharfstein is partnering with the startup firm DeepSeq.AI on a new National Science Foundation (NSF) grant to advance AI-driven drug discovery.