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Latest NewsFebruary 12, 2026

URochester, RIT receive federal funding to expand experimental ways to communicate using individual particles of light

The funding for the experimental quantum network RoQNET was secured by Senator Schumer, Senator Gillibrand, and Representative Morelle.

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February 10, 2026

Your social media feed is built to agree with you. What if it didn’t?

A new study points to algorithm design as a potential way to reduce echo chambers—and polarization—online.

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February 9, 2026

7 surprising ways URochester’s Laboratory for Laser Energetics shapes science and society

The Laser Lab powers breakthroughs in fusion, national security, and technologies we use every day.

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January 30, 2026

Accolades highlight faculty scholarship, research contributions

As part of an ongoing series, we’re highlighting the contributions of URochester faculty. Share your updates Know of a faculty member receiving an award or honor? Contact us so we…

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January 27, 2026

Scientists engineer unsinkable metal tubes

The superhydrophobic design could lead to resilient ships, floating platforms, and renewable energy innovations.

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January 26, 2026

URochester faculty appointed to named professorships

Named positions are part of a long-standing tradition to celebrate the work of URochester’s faculty as researchers, scholars, and teachers.

Maiken Nedergaard against a white background and next to text and a speech bubble that reads "ever wonder why do we sleep" to address the topic of why sleep is important.
January 26, 2026

Why is sleep so important? Your brain depends on it

Sleep does more than restore energy—it activates the brain’s waste-clearing system, protecting long-term brain health.

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January 23, 2026

URochester awarded Keck Foundation funding to tackle chemistry grand challenge

The cutting-edge project aims to harness quantum light to unlock new chemical processes.

January 22, 2026

Engineering a low-cost alternative catalyst for producing sustainable petrochemicals

Newly identified methods to harness the properties of tungsten carbide could yield viable substitutes for precious metals like platinum.

John and Barbara Bruning.
January 14, 2026

Transformative $10 million gift will establish Hajim School deanship

University Trustee Emeritus John Bruning ’24 (Honorary) and Barbara Bruning’s generosity will help shape the future of the school and its leadership.

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