From ‘Earth to the Universe’ Exhibit Opens at UA Museum

The University of Alabama’s Museum of Natural History is pleased to announce the opening of “From Earth to the Universe,” a photographic exhibit on display in the Museum’s Atrium Gallery.

Chemical from Soil Bacteria Shows Potential Neuron Toxicity; Has Possible Parkinson’s Implications, According to UA Researchers

A chemical produced by common soil bacteria may kill neurons that produce dopamine, according to an article authored by University of Alabama researchers publishing Oct. 6.

UA Astronomers Invite Community to View Jupiter

University of Alabama astronomers invite the community to view Jupiter and stellar objects in the next public night sky-viewing session Friday, Oct. 16 at 7:30 p.m.

UA Professor Awarded Daniel Chalonge Medal in Paris

An international school of astrophysics presented the Daniel Chalonge Medal 2009 to an adjunct University of Alabama professor during a recent ceremony in Paris, France.

UA Celebrates Constitution Day

In honor of Constitution Day, The University of Alabama will host a panel discussion Sept. 17 examining the constitutionality of national health care reform plans and the federal economic bailout.

UA Astronomers Invite Community to View Jupiter

University of Alabama astronomers invite the community to view the moon and Jupiter in the next Public Night sky-viewing session Friday, Sept. 25 at 8 p.m.

UA Awards 20 Osher Reentry Scholarships

The University of Alabama has awarded 20 tuition-only scholarships of $2,500 each through the Osher Reentry Scholarship Program.

UA’s Celebrity Series Showcases Internationally Acclaimed Stars

The University of Alabama’s 2009-2010 Celebrity Series will feature internationally acclaimed stars ranging from a Russian flutist to an acoustic guitar duo. The five-concert series begins Oct. 6.

Two UA Chemistry Majors Named Hollings Scholars

Two University of Alabama students have received National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholarships for 2009–2010.

UA ALLELE Lecture Series Opens with Influential Evolutionary Biologist

Preeminent evolutionary geneticist Dr. Jerry Coyne will speak Sept. 3 at The University of Alabama on “Why Evolution is True” at 7:30 p.m. in the Biology Auditorium on the UA campus.