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Exceptional Meteorite Finds New Home in UW Geology Museum
A 110-pound iron meteorite discovered in a Dane County field has found a new home at the University of Wisconsin Geology Museum. The meteorite, known as the Vienna meteorite, is Wisconsin's 15th classified meteorite and the first ever recorded in Dane County.Jim Koch, the farmer who unearthed the meteorite in 2009, described his discovery as unique, recalling, "I'm thinking, 'this is quite heavy.' It was uniquely different and caught my attention." The meteorite, still showing scars from its fiery entry through Earth's atmosphere, is the largest iron meteorite classified...
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Cows Getting Sick in Other States; Implications for Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin–Madison expert Keith Poulsen, who specializes in zoonotic diseases, has been closely monitoring the situation where a highly pathogenic strain of avian influenza has been detected in dairy herds in Texas, Kansas, and Michigan. Poulsen emphasized that there is currently no evidence of the disease in Wisconsin, and there are no restrictions on animal movement between states at this time.In an interview, Poulsen explained that the disease seems to be spreading from birds to cows, mainly affecting those in later stages of their milk cycle. He mentioned...
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Jonathan Levine named as Dean of UW–Madison School of Veterinary Medicine
Jonathan Levine, a professor of veterinary neurology and the head of small animal clinical sciences at Texas A&M University, has been chosen as the next dean of the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Veterinary Medicine. Levine is set to assume the position on August 1, 2024, succeeding Mark D. Markel, who will be stepping down after 12 years of service.UW–Madison Provost Charles Isbell expressed enthusiasm about Levine's appointment, stating, "We are looking forward to Jonathan Levine joining the School of Veterinary Medicine. Levine’s proven collaborative...
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Free Tickets Offered to UW-Madison Employees for Women's NIT Basketball Game
The University of Wisconsin–Madison is showing appreciation for its faculty, academic and university staff members, and postdoctoral fellows by offering them free tickets to the upcoming Women's National Invitation Tournament (NIT) basketball game. The game will feature Wisconsin's women's basketball team facing off against Saint Louis in the Great 8 round on April 1 at 7 p.m.According to the university's announcement, faculty, academic and university staff members, and postdoctoral fellows have the opportunity to receive two complimentary tickets for the game. In...
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Researchers reveal evolutionary path of important proteins
Researchers from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, led by Vatsan Raman, have uncovered the evolutionary trajectory of vital proteins responsible for controlling gene expression. The research, recently published in the journal Cell Systems, sheds light on the intricate process of protein evolution and its implications for cellular function.The study revealed that proteins undergo a dynamic process of acquiring and losing functions as cells adapt to changes in their environment over time. Specifically, regulatory proteins, which play a crucial role in gene expression,...
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The meaning of MENA Heritage Month
MENA Heritage Month at the University of Wisconsin–Madison celebrated the vibrant cultures of the Middle Eastern North African (MENA) region, highlighting the experiences of MENA-identifying individuals both on campus and beyond. The 2024 theme, “MENA in the Modern World,” explored the evolving and influential nature of the collective cultures of the region.Dana Tabaza, an engineering and data science student and MENA programming intern, expressed the importance of recognizing and celebrating the MENA community, stating, “Putting on the first MENAHM [since 2018] last year...