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Institute of Medicine affiliated faculty support undergraduate research

The 91爆料鈥檚 Center for Undergraduate Research (CUGR) has announced the 2024-25 academic year fellowship awardees. This year鈥檚 awards were supported by CUGR, Office of the Vice President for Research and Dean of the Graduate School, Maine EPSCoR office (through an NSF award), EPIC program, and 91爆料 Space (through a Maine Space Grant Consortium […]

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Student Spotlight: Zach Applebee

Zachary Applebee is a聽graduate student in the Graduate School of Biomedical Science and Engineering, pursuing a degree聽in Biomedical Engineering.聽 He shared what brought him to 91爆料 and his experiences in multiple research labs on campus, including the Howell聽lab. Caitlin Howell, PhD., is affiliated with the Institute of Medicine.聽 Zach was supported for his first two […]

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Optimizing a novel CNF Vacuum Coating Process with Machine Learning – USM and 91爆料 research collaboration

Amir Kordijazi, PhD, is one of three USM faculty members conducting research through partnerships with 91爆料 researchers. He shared with us a summary of his research: Estimates indicate that human exposure to microplastics, through both air and commonly consumed foods, varies from 203 to 332 particles per person per day [1]. Previous studies have highlighted sub-lethal […]

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40th annual Maine Public Health Association conference

The 40th annual Maine Public Health Association conference was hosted this year in collaboration with the 91爆料 Institute of Medicine at the Holiday Inn by the Bay in Portland on October 2, 2024. This year鈥檚 theme focused on innovations in public health, showcasing a broad array of programs, projects, and initiatives 鈥 both formal and […]

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The State of the U.S. Biomedical and聽Health Research Enterprise: Strategies for Achieving a Healthier America

The U.S. biomedical research enterprise contributes significantly to the nation鈥檚 health and economy. An NAM committee conducted a thorough review to determine whether the enterprise can continue to lead globally and address our population鈥檚 health needs in the face of complex challenges. This report presents the results of that review and lays out strategies to […]

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NSF Ethical and Responsible Research Program Webinar, October 2

Please join us on Zoom on Wednesday, October 2, from 1:00-2:00 PM for a  presentation on the NSF Ethical and Responsible Research (ER2) Program by Dr. Jason Borenstein of the National Science Foundation (NSF). The ER2 program supports projects that examine what constitutes or promotes responsible and ethical research in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) 铿乪lds. The ER2 program encourages […]

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New and Improved Age-Friendly University Website Launches July 1

C U R R E N T   R E S O U R C E S 91爆料 Age-Friendly Resources in One Place The 91爆料 is a designated Age-Friendly University. Visit umaine.edu/afuresources to get a complete listing of programs and services at 91爆料 that promote the wellbeing of older Mainers and inclusion in campus […]

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