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David Mladenoff: Is it too late for biofuel crops in Wisconsin?
If Wisconsin wants to be a leader in biomass production for biofuels, things need to change—and soon. A study led by David Mladenoff, professor of […]
Baldwin and Pocan discuss new legislation to support young scientists
On Oct. 16, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin and U.S. Congressman Mark Pocan spoke to a crowd of scientists, graduate students and others at the UW-Madison Waisman Center about […]
Fruits of cooperation: VandenBosch and Blank celebrate cranberry partnerships
At a family farm where over 2 percent of the world’s cranberries are grown, Wisconsin’s state fruit sat in two bowls available to guests. In […]
LSC students participate in mock press conference at Capitol
State officials and experts gathered at the Capitol to help LSC students practice interviewing and writing by being part of a press conference just for […]
New faculty profile: Neil Stenhouse explores impact of science communication on political behavior
Neil Stenhouse joined the faculty in the Department of Life Sciences Communication as an assistant professor this August. Briefly describe your career path—up to this […]
Saturday Science event explores the secrets of food – Nov. 7
This month’s Saturday Science at Discovery will reveal some of the secrets of food. This free, family-friendly event, which runs 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. on […]
CALS APC agenda for November 3, 2015
CALS ACADEMIC PLANNING COUNCIL November 3, 2015 3:00-4:30 p.m. 1220AB DeLuca Biochemical Sciences Building, 440 Henry Mall 1. Review agenda 2. Revisions to current agenda […]
Get your spook on: Saddle and Sirloin Club Haunted House runs Oct 28-29
This year’s UW Saddle and Sirloin Club Haunted House is set for October 28 and 29 in the Old Horse Barn, located on campus at the […]
Alltech Young Scientist competition offers grad school slot, postdoc job as prizes
The Alltech Young Scientist (AYS) program features the world’s largest agriscience competition. It offers the brightest scientific thinkers from colleges and universities across the globe […]
Dick Cates and the Kilimanjaro trek
Given a penchant for remote places and a strong sense of adventure, Dick Cates set his sights on Mt. Kilimanjaro. “As a life-long skier, I’ve […]