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UGA leads study on COVID-19 post-infection immunity

The research will determine what protection the body develops after infection.
Exploring health risks of poverty, racial discrimination

A $10 million NIH grant will continue work studying rural Black families.
Herd immunity an impractical strategy, study finds

Results provide insight for public health policymakers fighting COVID-19.
Museum of Art Collectors purchase Rutstein work

Wall-mounted sculpture “Shimmer” will stay at the University of Georgia.
Can striving for success cost Black Americans their health?

Successful Black adults in their 20s are more likely to have risk factors.
Smartphone GPS accuracy may affect contact-tracing

Study finds a phone’s system may be introducing unintended errors.
Separating weather forecasts from pain

Study indicates physical activity, not a weather change, leads to ER visits.
Migration shapes patterns of disease transmission

Understanding how it affects infection risk has implications for public health.
Valentine Nzengung: Making the world a safer place

His inventions to neutralize explosives protect humans and the environment.
New algorithm signals a possible disease resurgence

For existing infectious diseases, it can provide early warning of an outbreak.
Contemporary Japanese ceramics on view at UGA

Exhibition of vases and vessels runs through September 2021.
UGA Presents launches virtual fall season with Studio HH

It’s a new way for performing arts lovers to enjoy music, theater and dance.
Outdoor exercise beneficial, especially during COVID-19

Physical activity is important for maintaining physical, mental well-being.
New ‘tree dragon’ discovered in Mexican forest

Living above the clouds, the endangered lizard is a point of pride for locals.
Professor: Information key to COVID-19 vaccine acceptance

Journal article outlines activities, outcomes needed for successful vaccine rollout.
A new method may make tomatoes safer to eat

FDA-approved food additives prove effective at controlling bacteria on tomatoes preharvest.
Researchers offer insights into aging

UGA scientists have presented a strong case that the mechanism lies at the intersection of…
Researchers track COVID-19 in Athens wastewater

Sewage samples tell scientists a lot about a population.
Prepare for a record-setting hurricane season

UGA experts give advice during National Preparedness Month.
UGA working to conserve, protect native alligators

The Okefenokee Swamp project focuses on management, education efforts.
Research sets sail with new tool for students

Autonomous surface vessel collects underwater data to help aquatic health.
Singh elected to two fellowships

Rakesh Singh, professor and head of the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences’ food science…
Artist reflects on Hurricane Katrina 15 years later

Exhibition on view at the Georgia Museum of Art through Oct. 18.
Warnell deer researchers see face coverings differently

Tiny socks help in their quest to improve survival rate of fawns.