Health and Science

U.Va. Health develops its own COVID-19 test, distributes to Virginia hospitals

By Callie Freeman |

After a University-wide initiative to gather the needed funds, technology and reagents, University Health System researchers have independently developed a COVID-19 test that is now being used throughout the University Health System and at hospitals across the Commonwealth. READ MORE

Bridging the gap — study sequences Asian genomes to diversify genetic databases

By Cecily Wolfe | 3/25/2020 9:45am

The international effort focuses on the genomes of 100,000 Asian individuals as a means to better understand genetic diseases and human origins, as well as advance customized treatments.

University Health System prepares for COVID-19, adjusts hospital operations and visiting

By Callie Freeman |

Since February, the hospital has been prepping to treat COVID-19 patients by creating screening clinics, overflow spaces and specially reserved intensive care units. READ MORE

Faculty, staff address student concerns for coping with COVID-19 stigma and stress

By Mahima Reddy |

The World Health Organization characterized the novel COVID-19 as a pandemic March 11, and University President Jim Ryan issued a statement requesting students to vacate Grounds and participate in online classes to help mitigate the spread of the virus in the University community and greater Charlottesville area. READ MORE

Team of four University students reaches final stage in the Solar District Cup Challenge

By Somes Huwiler |

The Solar District Cup Challenge is designed to challenge college graduates and undergraduates to rethink the way solar energy is designed and used. READ MORE

Discovery of ultra-tough metal composite opens possibility for sustainable vehicles

By Somes Huwiler |

In coming years, graphene — an incredibly strong and thin material — could replace current car batteries and other materials, making them more environmentally friendly, University researchers found. READ MORE

Students start a new chapter of Girls Who Code at the University

By Brightney Varghese |

Mara Hart believes this new chapter will help inspire girls and allow them to meet role models who are representative of their backgrounds. READ MORE

University School of Medicine surpassed funding record with grants from NIH

By Cecily Wolfe |

In the past year, NIH awarded the University a record amount of funding — $146.3 million, a $25.4 million increase from fiscal year 2018 READ MORE

University researchers develop a community resource to assist individuals with autism

By Brigitte Meyer |

The DRIVE is a part of the larger Autism STAR — Supporting Transformative Autism Research — program, which seeks to improve the quality of life of individuals with autism by gathering and performing research across disciplines and educating individuals and their families. READ MORE

New club Cavalier Autonomous Racing receives $50,000 from Jefferson Trust

By Swati Srivastava |

Engineering Prof. Madhur Behl has been awarded $50,000 grant from Jefferson Trust to mentor new Cavalier Autonomous Racing Club which focuses on building a self-driving go-kart that they hope to demonstrate at the Indianapolis Motorsport Speedway next year. READ MORE

Closer to eternity — Brian Greene discusses how we got here, how we’ll leave

By Callie Freeman and Sam Wilson |

Greene hopes his book and speaking engagements — like the one hosted by Paramount and New Dominion Bookshop — will remind people of the mystery of the universe. READ MORE

Students navigate a world filled with pimples, sunburn and skincare

By Haley Stocks |

A person’s skincare needs depends on the specific conditions of their skin, so someone may have to change their skincare routine and concentrations of products to best fit their skin’s needs. READ MORE

Various classes offer students and community opportunities to practice mindfulness

By Swati Srivastava |

According to Associate Professor of Nursing Samuel Green, mindfulness is defined as being present in any situation. “The point is to be present with whatever comes up, [whether it is] pleasant, unpleasant or neutral,” Green said. “As a result of doing that over and over and over again, the mind becomes less reactive.” READ MORE

In their own words — scientists explain love

By Vyshnavi Pendala , Lucie Rutherford and Callie Freeman |

According to psychology professor Robert Emery, "love is a mystery that can never be defined." READ MORE

University alumni design NeuroView Diagnostics to prevent stroke disability

By Pumoli Malapati |

Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and disability in the U.S., annually killing about 140,000 Americans. READ MORE

Adopting habits for a healthier semester

By Brightney Varghese |

The nutrition philosophy at Student Health focuses on the enjoyment of food, the role of food in aspects of a student's relationships, access and sustainability of food and constructing a diet that is beneficial based on any medical conditions. READ MORE

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Health and Science

U.Va. Health develops its own COVID-19 test, distributes to Virginia hospitals

Bridging the gap — study sequences Asian genomes to diversify genetic databases

University Health System prepares for COVID-19, adjusts hospital operations and visiting

Faculty, staff address student concerns for coping with COVID-19 stigma and stress

Team of four University students reaches final stage in the Solar District Cup Challenge

Discovery of ultra-tough metal composite opens possibility for sustainable vehicles

Students start a new chapter of Girls Who Code at the University

University School of Medicine surpassed funding record with grants from NIH

University researchers develop a community resource to assist individuals with autism

New club Cavalier Autonomous Racing receives $50,000 from Jefferson Trust

Closer to eternity — Brian Greene discusses how we got here, how we’ll leave

Students navigate a world filled with pimples, sunburn and skincare

Various classes offer students and community opportunities to practice mindfulness

In their own words — scientists explain love

University alumni design NeuroView Diagnostics to prevent stroke disability

Adopting habits for a healthier semester

FDA approves artificial pancreas for easier diabetes management

The Australian wildfires: How are they related to Charlottesville?

Preventing hospital readmissions with the help of artificial intelligence

The psychology and physiology of propaganda: A study of the radicalization of women

Gov. Northam issues statewide stay-at-home order until June 10

Graduating students react to cancellation of Final Exercises as planned

ERIKSSON VON ALLMEN: Calling for nuance in the way Virginia treats sex crimes

Admissions amid crisis: Admitted students consider their future during pandemic

AMJAD: Why 2020 was Tony Bennett’s best coaching performance

Quarantine, but make it fashion

SONG: Face mask shortages reveal a need to bring essential manufacturing back to America

How every spring and winter sport was doing before the 2020 season was canceled

U.Va. contracted Aramark workers laid off without severance, notice amid COVID-19 facility closures

Honor Committee announces student trials will be postponed due to COVID-19

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