News Source: UConn Today Author: Jon D’Arpino Professor Sir Cato T. Laurencin, MD, Ph.D., K.C.S.L., has been ranked number 1 in the U.S. in the Orthopaedic Surgery category for 2025 by ScholarGPS over the past 5 years. ScholarGPS ranks scholars based upon a rigorous quantitative assessment of contributions across multiple scientific layers. He is also […]
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‘World’s Best’ for Fifth Year in a Row
News Source: UConn Today Author: Courtney Chandler UConn John Dempsey Hospital is a World’s Best Hospital for the fifth year in a row. The prestigious award from Newsweek and Statista is a result of quality metrics, recommendations from medical experts, and results from patient surveys. With now a half a decade of receiving this designation, UConn John Dempsey Hospital […]
UConn Business Student is Intern at 2026 Winter Olympics
News Source: UConn Today Author: Claire Hall During the summers when the Olympics are held, the 20 members of the extended Egan family gather together to cheer for their favorite athletes as they vie for medals in the international competition. “For us, it has always been a family event and a point of camaraderie,’’ says […]
Postdoc Research Shines in Storrs
News Source: UConn Today Author: Matt Engelhardt UConn celebrated the critical work of its postdoctoral scholars on Dec. 11, with a day of presentations and insights into the unsung heroes of research. Held in the Student Union Theater, Postdoc Research Day provided an opportunity for dozens of scholars to not only showcase their work, but […]
Different Continents, Similar Dedication
News Source: UConn Today Author: Matt Engelhardt Regardless of hemisphere or continent, universities around the world are facing unprecedented challenges to research. Two UConn leaders explored those hurdles and much more at an international gathering held in Johannesburg, South Africa. This year’s Universitas 21 (U21) Global Research and Senior Leadership meeting brought together partner institutions from all over the […]
UConn Medical Students Always Advancing Scientific Knowledge
News Source: UConn Today Author: Lauren Woods From basic science to clinical care to global health to AI solutions, the Summer Research Program at the UConn School of Medicine is fueling the advancement of science across the health spectrum, along with the education of the next generation of physician-scientists. All at UConn. The Summer Research […]
Two Business Students Visit the Amazon, Network with Sustainability Experts, Gain New Perspectives at COP30 Summit
News Source: UConn Today Author: Claire Hall Two UConn business students who are passionate about sustainability and a healthier planet, attended the COP30 climate conference last month in Belem, Brazil, adjacent to the Amazon rainforest. Both graduate student Caroline Keary ’25, ’26 MS and senior Aminieli Hopson ’26 said the experience was one of the […]
With UConn’s Help, Zambia’s First Radiology Residency Transforms into a Medical Leader in Southern Africa
News Source: UConn Today Author: Dr. Jull Wruble Date: December 15, 2025 In 2019, Zambia had only seven radiologists—and no training program—for a population of 19 million. In 2021, UConn School of Medicine radiologist Dr. Jill Wruble helped develop the didactic curriculum for the country’s first radiology residency, launching GlobalRadZambia (GRadZ), an international collaborative that brings radiologists together to […]
UConn Hosts Rising Innovators Through the Global Nexus Program
Through the U.S. Mission in India, entrepreneurs are equipped with training, mentorship and opportunities for U.S. collaboration. Author: Kriti Khera The Office of Global Affairs’ Global Training and Development Institute (GTDI) leads UConn’s efforts in global entrepreneurship and cross-border collaboration, strengthening UConn’s position as a place where international innovators can learn, connect, and build long-term partnerships. A flagship initiative of the […]
Move Over, Nutmeg: Connecticut Becoming the Quantum State
News Source: UConn Today Author: Matt Engelhardt Date: November 25, 2025 UConn, Yale, and state leaders believe that Connecticut is perfectly situated to emerge as a national powerhouse in quantum technology and industry implementation. That confidence comes with a heavy investment and potentially game-changing dividends. On Nov. 20, Gov. Ned Lamont announced that the state […]