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Human activities, such as the processing of animal products and energy usage, lead to an increased nitrogen footprint.
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U.Va. reduces nitrogen footprint

To begin to combat the surplus of nitrogen, University researchers have created the N-Calculator, the world’s first virtual model to calculate nitrogen usage and emissions.


357 students applied to the School of Medicine in 2015, with 52 percent of applicants being accepted.
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Long application process awaits pre-med students

As pre-medical school students begin applying to medical schools next month, they look forward to a lengthy 16 to 18 month process involving the completion of multiple general and supplemental applications in the summer and subsequent interviews during the fall and winter months.


Researchers have developed a technique by which to track gene movements in real time, within cells.

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Gene imaging goes live

Researchers at the Medical School have developed a technique to watch the movement of genes inside living cells in real time.

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As this year’s newest Meriwether Lewis fellows wrap up their summer session, Julie Caruccio, a MLI director and assistant vice president for research on the student experience, discusses the goals of the fellowship. Caruccio shares the history of the program and how it has evolved to continue to fit students' needs and expectations. Additionally, she describes the cohort’s summer project, where they were tasked with finding ways to build connectivity and foster relationships between people in various areas across Grounds.