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University of Maryland, College Park

Study Uncovers Genetic Clues that May Help Prevent Contamination of Food Supplies

Researchers examined how a dangerous foodborne pathogen, cronobacter sakazakii, may have adapted to thrive in dried and powdered foods. To better understand this bacteria's persistence and transmission in food products such as infant formula, the team conducted the first genomic meta-analysis of strains from all over the world.

University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Mapping the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Using AI Will Help Prioritize Restoration Projects

A collaboration between UMBC, the Chesapeake Conservancy, and the Chesapeake Bay Program, the Hyper-Resolution Hydrography Data project combines artificial intelligence with laser-based mapping to reveal the complete stream networks of the Chesapeake Bay.

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

Graduate Student Research Protects Eastern Shore Poultry Industry

UMES graduate student Unishma Ghimire is part of a team conducting research aimed at improving the health, growth, and immunity of chickens. The research will help poultry farmers meet the growing demand for pasture-raised chickens while ensuring food safety.

University of Maryland, College Park University of Maryland, Baltimore

Collaboration Between Engineering and Medical Schools May Improve Glaucoma Detection and Treatment

A new microscope developed by Dr. Giuliano Scarcelli (UMD) provides non-invasive measurements of eye biomechanics. Dr. Osamah J. Saeedi (UMB) will use this microscope to identify biomarkers of glaucoma among his patients, identify risks, and develop personalized treatments.

Bowie State University

Undergraduates Tackle an Aggressive Cancer Subtype with Computational Approaches

Through the Semester-based Undergraduate Research Institute, a team of bioinformatics students under the guidance of Dr. Konda Reddy Karnati focused on estrogen-related receptor alpha as a target of treatment in triple-negative breast cancer.

Salisbury University

BodPod Research Aims to Improve the Health of First Responders

Recent graduate Rebecca Orr conducted independent research with the university's BodPod, a device that measures body composition metrics. Her volunteer work at the Salisbury Fire Department inspired her interest in improving the physical health of first responders, who face higher risks of heart disease and high blood pressure.

University of Maryland, Baltimore

Researchers Pioneer CT Scan Technique to Improve Head and Neck Cancer Care

A team of researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine analyzed patients' pretreatment CT scans to develop predictive models, improving survival outcomes.

Towson University

Three-Year Study Examines the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Ear Infections

Dr. Chhayakant Patro and a team of doctoral students will examine the impact of ear infections on hearing, speech, and cognitive development, which could reveal the need for early intervention therapies.

University of Maryland, College Park

The RoboScout System Rapidly Surveys and Assesses Injuries at Disaster Sites

By combining robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence, researchers developed a system to collect information to help first responders prioritize medical care.

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Towson University

Environmental Chemistry Lab Investigates the Safety of Drinking Water in U.S. Cities

Undergraduates in Dr. John Sivey's class examines how drinking water treatment processes can transform organic compounds into toxic byproducts.

University of Maryland, Eastern Shore

Researchers Help the State Monitor Shifts in Mosquito Populations

By tracking the effect of environmental changes on mosquito activity, prevalence and migration, UMES researchers help the state respond to the threat of mosquito-borne illnesses.

University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science

Ecology Expert Works to Prevent and Manage Harmful Algae Blooms

Algae blooms that grow uncontrollably can overwhelm ecosystems, kill marine life, and impact human health. At UMCES, Dr. Pat Glibert is investigating the conditions that contribute to harmful algae growth, including agricultural runoff and climate change.

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Research Has the Power to Make a Difference for Everyone

University of Maryland, College Park

Study Uncovers Genetic Clues that May Help Prevent Contamination of Food Supplies

University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Mapping the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Using AI Will Help Prioritize Restoration Projects

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

Graduate Student Research Protects Eastern Shore Poultry Industry

Advancing Health and Quality of Life

University of Maryland, College Park University of Maryland, Baltimore

Collaboration Between Engineering and Medical Schools May Improve Glaucoma Detection and Treatment

Bowie State University

Undergraduates Tackle an Aggressive Cancer Subtype with Computational Approaches

Salisbury University

BodPod Research Aims to Improve the Health of First Responders

University of Maryland, Baltimore

Researchers Pioneer CT Scan Technique to Improve Head and Neck Cancer Care

Towson University

Three-Year Study Examines the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Ear Infections

University of Maryland, College Park

The RoboScout System Rapidly Surveys and Assesses Injuries at Disaster Sites

$1.64 Billion

$10.4 Billion

Strengthening Communities and the Environment

Towson University

Environmental Chemistry Lab Investigates the Safety of Drinking Water in U.S. Cities

University of Maryland, Eastern Shore

Researchers Help the State Monitor Shifts in Mosquito Populations

University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science

Ecology Expert Works to Prevent and Manage Harmful Algae Blooms

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