UConn Today
CEO Update – May 22, 2026From the Desk of Dr. Andy
Pitching the Future of Health Care“At its core, innovation is about making the world a better place, and that purpose was evident in every pitch presented.” – Michael McGuire, MBA, Beekley Medical
KSI Opens Satellite Location at University of North FloridaThe new Perry Weather Heat Lab is designed to advance the science of thermoregulation, performance, health, and safety through controlled environmental testing
UConn Pharmacy Ph.D. Student Receives Abstract Travel AwardAngana De, a University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Ph.D. student, received the Meritorious Abstract Travel Award to attend the 2026 American Society of Gene & Cell Therapy (ASGCT) Annual Meeting.
- ‘We Are Not Simply Training Musicians’ – A Conversation with Interim Provost Pamir AlpayIt’s the University’s multidisciplinary nature that Ivakhiv says sets it apart in the competitive world of music and helps her send not just accomplished but also well-rounded musicians out into the world after graduation

- Heat Tolerance Tests Fail to Account for Sex DifferencesA new UConn study shows that a standard heat tolerance test does not work equally well to measure tolerance in males and females

- Think You’re Allergic to Penicillin? You May Want to Think AgainUConn Health experts are working to clear up the confusion around penicillin allergies

- Dental Faculty Recognized by American Academy of Oral MedicineDrs. Rajesh Lalla and Prazwala Chirravur win top honors at national conference

- A Lasting GiftEach spring a memorial service is held in honor of those who have donated their bodies to help educate UConn’s medical and dental students. Anatomy donors have a profound impact on medical education and the future of patient care. Through generosity and compassion, these donors become the first teachers for the next generation of physicians […]

- UConn Hartford Students Apply Organic Chemistry to Public HealthThrough a service-learning partnership with UConn Student Health and Wellness, students in an organic chemistry lab at UConn Hartford applied course concepts to public health issues affecting their peers.

- Neag School Honors Faculty and Staff With 2026 Annual AwardsThe Dean’s Office solicited nominations earlier in the spring for the Neag School of Education’s annual awards recognizing research, teaching, and service

- UConn Students Earn Gilman Scholarships22 UConn students have earned Gilman awards in the last two cohorts for a total of more than $75,000 in scholarship funding

- UConn CT Trails Program: Know Before You Go with CT Trail FinderA comprehensive resource for exploring Connecticut’s plentiful trails

- Professor Sir Cato T. Laurencin of UConn Attends Royal Academy of Engineering Fellows DayThe Royal Academy of Engineering Fellows Day in London was part of the Academy’s 50th anniversary celebration.

- UConn John Dempsey Hospital Only Hospital in Connecticut to Earn National Patient Experience AwardUConn John Dempsey Hospital named among nation’s top hospitals for patient experience by Healthgrades.

- UConn School of Law Celebrates 103rd CommencementThe Class of 2026 marked Commencement with reflections on community, perseverance, and purpose, alongside a powerful call from Bryan Stevenson to pursue justice with compassion and hope.

- Professor Sir Cato T. Laurencin is Distinguished Visiting Professor and Grand Rounds Guest Speaker at University of Alberta Tom Williams Surgical Research DayThe Tom Williams Surgical Research Day is an annual academic symposium hosted by the University of Alberta Department of Surgery.

- UConn Health Minute: DigniCap Scalp Cooling TherapyIn this UConn Health Minute, a cancer patient explains how DigniCap scalp cooling therapy helped reduce hair loss during her chemotherapy while offering comfort, confidence, and hope throughout her journey.

- Future Doctors Being Made at UConn ‘Kickoff’ Their Clinical Training Rotations Across ConnecticutRising Third-Year UConn Medical Students Started Their Early Patient Care Exposure Clinical Rotations.

- Technology Entrepreneurship: Budding Entrepreneurs Gain Real-World Feedback‘We want our students to build confidence in communicating their vision, thinking critically about market impact, and learning how to transform innovative ideas into viable ventures.’

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