The reason our bodies need sleep has long been a mystery, but we know that skimping on sleep leaves us with foggy minds, irritable attitudes and a high risk of weight gain and other health complications. Scientists...

As the world’s population demands faster, smarter electronics, many engineers devote their time to creating more efficient devices. Dr. Rajesh Menon, associate professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering...

Although the Nuclear Engineering Program at the U is currently small, a lot of growth is expected in the future. Right now, students can earn a minor, non-thesis master’s or graduate degree in nuclear...

Each year, Americans lose an estimated $19 billion dollars in wasted electronic power. The switches in household electronics never fully turn off the appliances, meaning some power is expended even when...

For prospective pre-medical students, life can be a little chaotic. You know there are so many things you should be doing to prepare for the MCAT and medical school applications, but how do you get started?...

A team of professors and students from the U recently published research regarding the natural resonance of the Rainbow Bridge, a study they conducted in partnership with the U.S. National Park Service....

The University of Utah connects students to incredible research opportunities, classes and faculty – three things that, if managed well, can lead a student to great success. Such is the case of Mackenzie...

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Frontiers of Science lecture series organized by the College of Science in conjunction with the College of Mines and Earth Sciences. The annual lecture series...