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Leaders may first try to negotiate before imposing reciprocal tariffs, says UB political scientist Timothy Hellwig, an expert on European politics.

UB is launching a new Department of AI and Society this fall, backed by $5 million in state funding, to explore how artificial intelligence can be responsibly applied for public good across disciplines, research and education.

Luis A. Colón, SUNY Distinguished Professor in the Department of Chemistry, has received the inaugural ACS Joseph J. Kirkland Award in Chromatography, honoring his pioneering research in separation science and decades of mentorship supporting underrepresented students in STEM.

Qing Lin, UB Distinguished Professor of Chemistry, has been elected a 2025 AAAS Fellow for his pioneering work in chemical biology and bioorthogonal chemistry, advancing research on living cells and potential therapies for diabetes and cancer.

Melissa McCarron, a clinical assistant professor of Spanish in the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures, is using AI to help health care providers better serve Spanish-speaking patients in Buffalo, combining language education, cultural competence, and ethical AI use to bridge communication gaps and advance health equity.

Jeffrey T. Grabill, deputy vice chancellor for student education at the University of Leeds in the United Kingdom, has been named dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.

A leaked Signal chat revealing U.S. attack plans against Houthi targets highlights a serious breach of protocol, says UB political scientist Carla Martínez Machain, putting national security at risk and undermining public trust in government.

Luis De Jesús Báez, an assistant professor of chemistry, has been named a 2025 IUPAC Young Observer, recognizing his impactful research and leadership potential in international science policy and global chemical innovation.

Luis A. Colón, SUNY Distinguished Professor at UB, has received the inaugural ACS Joseph J. Kirkland Award in Chromatography for his pioneering work in separation science and decades-long mentorship of underrepresented students in STEM.

At just 18, Emery Taylor is set to become the youngest student in UB’s School of Law through the accelerated 3+3 BA/JD program, driven by her passion for law, leadership, and breaking barriers.

UB and Berkeley Lab scientists have discovered “berkelocene,” the first organometallic molecule with the heavy element berkelium, revealing surprising chemistry that challenges long-held assumptions about the periodic table and advances nuclear science.

A new study finds that simply showing students photos of diverse scientists isn’t enough to make them more relatable—humanizing stories about their challenges and experiences are key to increasing engagement with science.

A UB re-entry simulation revealed the overwhelming systemic barriers faced by formerly incarcerated individuals, highlighting how even small setbacks can lead to reincarceration and emphasizing the urgent need for policy change and community support.

UB’s new Indigenous Studies Home/Hub in Clemens Hall offers a dedicated space for community-building, cultural learning, and student support, advancing Indigenous inclusion through education, research, and collaboration with local Indigenous Nations.

A new NSF-funded program at UB’s Center for Geological and Climate Hazards will have undergraduate students investigate local climate challenges, including how Lake Erie’s lack of ice fueled Buffalo’s 2022 blizzard and the likelihood of future wildfire smoke from Canada affecting Western New York.