UNM researchers team up with University of Wisconsin–Madison to send tomatoes into space
New Mexico researchers and collaborating institutions are known to send some unique and unusual plants and vegetables into space – take for instance the green chile launch of 2019 – and next week, UNM Biology Professor David Hanson and his team are sending up tomatoes. The tomatoes will take flight Monday, Jan. 29 on the International Space Station (ISS) as part of project Trichoderma Associated Space Tomato Inoculation Experiment – or TASTIE.
CASAA highlights risky connection between veterans and gambling
UNM Center on Alcohol, Substance Use and Addiction (CASAA) Associate Professor Joshua Grubbs is making sure veterans can trade wagering with a chance to focus on recovery. Grubbs is dedicating his research to this already vulnerable population, in Addictive Behaviors to understand risks and motivations associated with U.S. armed forces veterans gambling addictions.
UNM seeks nominations for Global-Engaged Research Awards
The Global Education Office and the Office of the Vice President for Research are accepting nominations for the Globally-Engaged Research Awards to highlight the dynamic international research conducted by UNM faculty and students. For the purposes of this award, “international research” comprises research (inclusive of scholarship and creative works) conducted or with significant, direct impacts outside of the U.S. and its territories and/or involving strong international research partnerships.
CULLS announces newly appointed associate deans
The College of University Libraries and Learning Sciences announces the appointment of two distinguished individuals, including Amy Jackson and Mark Emmons, to the positions of associate deans for the College of University Libraries and Learning Sciences. CULLS conducted an internal search for these positions and these appointments mark a significant step forward in the college’s commitment to excellence in education, research, and academic support.
Jim and Mary Lois Friday Hulsman Graduate Commons now open at Zimmerman Library
University Libraries announces the opening of the Jim and Mary Lois Friday Hulsman Graduate Commons, a cutting-edge and collaborative space meticulously designed to foster community-building, resource-sharing, and collaboration among graduate students at The University of New Mexico.
Women's Resource Center recruits for Victim Advocacy Corps
UNM students have the chance to play a pivotal role in the Albuquerque community through service to victims of crime. UNM partnered with the National Organization for Victim Advocacy (NOVA) to launch a new Victim Advocacy Corps (VAC) in Spring 2023, and now that first-of-its-kind corps is recruiting.
UNM hosts 25th American Indian Studies Association Conference
The University of New Mexico hosts the 25th annual American Indian Studies Association (AISA) Conference on Feb. 1 and 2. This conference is not only a celebration of Indigenous culture and history, but an imperative recognition of ongoing research and community.
Student Team Research Concept Competition empowers creativity, celebrates achievement
Students are being sought for the annual Team Research Concept Competition at the 2024 Undergraduate Research Opportunity Conference at The University of New Mexico on April 12. Student colleagues will develop research concepts to share during the conference.
2024 Jeff Harnar Awards now accepting submissions
The Jeff Harnar Awards for Architecture are now accepting submissions for the 2024 awards cycle. Garrett Thornburg created the Jeff Harnar Awards program in 2007 to honor the memory of architect Jeff Harnar, known for his groundbreaking designs in contemporary architecture in New Mexico. The deadline to apply is Monday, March 11, 2024.
Workshops for Hulsman Undergraduate Library Research Award
The University Libraries hosts two online workshops on Jan. 31 and Feb. 6 to help students interested in submitting research projects for the Jim and Mary Lois Hulsman Undergraduate Library Research Award, due on Feb. 12, 2024.
Second UNM Spring Welcome Back Day set for Jan. 31
To kick off each semester, The University of New Mexico hosts two Welcome Back Days to broaden the scope of new and returning students’ campus experiences. The UNM Student Activities Center hosts the second of its Spring’s Welcome Back Days on Jan. 31 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Student Union Building (SUB) Atrium.
NMiF talks with DA Bregman on APD corruption probe; environmentalists sue New Mexico
This week, New Mexico in Focus discusses the ongoing FBI investigation of possible corruption at the Albuquerque Police Department. Last week, federal agents raided the homes of several APD officers — most of them assigned to the department's DWI unit. They also kicked in the doors at the home and offices of a well-known criminal defense attorney who specializes in drunken driving cases and his paralegal.
