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USDOT awards Rutgers $5M grant for sustainable cement alternatives
Rutgers researchers are developing new alternatives to traditional construction materials to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while maintaining strength in harsh conditions.
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Rutgers partners with NJ to boost mental health services in Newark & Elizabeth
Behavioral health professionals at Rutgers University will collaborate with the state of New Jersey to enhance mental health and substance use services in Newark and Elizabeth. This initiative is supported by a $4.5 million federal grant awarded to the New Jersey Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services.
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Rutgers' justice health program offers unique insights into prison healthcare
Prabhjit Sandhu, a sophomore at Rutgers University-New Brunswick attending the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy, sought a meaningful summer activity. He devised a project to educate inmates on improving their nutrition and preventing diabetes.
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Rutgers sophomore leads campus-wide voter engagement ahead of general election
Alejandra Afanador, a second-year student at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, is committed to encouraging her peers to vote. The 19-year-old Honors College student has been volunteering as an RU Voting Ambassador throughout the summer and will continue these efforts leading up to the Nov. 5 general election.
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Rutgers receives $3.2M NIH grant to study impacts of micronanoplastics
Rutgers has received a $3.2 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to study the impact of micronanoplastics on the digestive system.
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Rutgers mourns Kenneth J. Iuso: Former registrar passes away at age 85
Kenneth J. Iuso, who joined Rutgers University as a student and later became a beloved administrator serving the institution for 53 years, passed away on September 13 at the age of 85.
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Jonathan Holloway announces final year as president at Rutgers University
Rutgers President Jonathan Holloway announced he will conclude his service as the university’s 21st president after completing his fifth year on June 30, 2025.
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Rutgers' peer mentoring aids neurodiverse students' college transition
Adjusting to college life can be a challenging transition for any first-year student, particularly for individuals on the autism spectrum.
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Rutgers president leads seminar on citizenship amid national challenges
President Jonathan Holloway returns to the classroom this fall to lead a Byrne seminar for first-year undergraduate students on citizenship and democracy at a pivotal time in the nation’s history.
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Rutgers graduate competes on CBS's 'Survivor' Season 47
Teeny Chirichillo, a 2022 graduate of Rutgers-New Brunswick, is a contestant on the CBS reality show Survivor. When Teeny Chirichillo tunes in to the 47th season premiere of Survivor on CBS at 8 p.m. Wednesday, they will be fulfilling a dream.
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Horse-caring program shows promise for helping veterans manage PTSD symptoms
A study by Rutgers University-New Brunswick researchers has shown that military veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), who participated in a program caring for horses, experienced an improved mental outlook and easing of symptoms.
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Rutgers Health tests new immune cell therapy for progressive multiple sclerosis
Rutgers Health researchers are set to enroll patients with primary or secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (p-MS) in a study to determine if an engineered immune cell therapy can halt the progression of the autoimmune disease.
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Rutgers & Princeton receive $16M grant for brain decision-making study
Researchers from Rutgers and Princeton universities will use a $16 million federal grant to collaborate on several research projects aimed at better understanding a key brain process that may be disrupted in mental health disorders.
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Rutgers study reveals nuanced emotional experiences among autistic adults
A recent Rutgers study challenges longstanding perceptions about the emotional experiences of autistic individuals. Published in the American Journal of Occupational Therapy, the research reveals that many autistic adults possess a nuanced understanding of their emotions, contrary to the belief that they have muted or limited emotional responses.
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The origins behind Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins on September 15, is a time to recognize, honor, and celebrate the cultures and contributions of the Hispanic and Latin communities in America. K. Sebastian León, an associate professor of Latino and Caribbean studies and criminal justice at the School of Arts and Sciences at Rutgers-New Brunswick, provided insights into the significance of this observance.
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Francine Newsome Pfeiffer takes expanded government relations role at Rutgers
Francine Newsome Pfeiffer has been appointed senior vice president for Government Relations at Rutgers University by President Jonathan Holloway. Pfeiffer, who has spent nearly three decades advocating for Rutgers on Capitol Hill, will now oversee the university’s efforts to secure funding and shape higher education policy in Washington, D.C., and Trenton, N.J.
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Rutgers University introduces innovative courses for upcoming academic year
The start of a new academic year at Rutgers University presents students with numerous opportunities to explore innovative courses and engage with world-class faculty. The diverse offerings range from tackling global challenges to developing skills for success beyond the university.
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Optimal time recommended by experts for flu and COVID vaccinations
Between October 1, 2023, and June 15 of this year, approximately 35 million to 65 million people contracted the flu, resulting in hundreds of thousands of hospitalizations and between 25,000 to 72,000 deaths, including 197 children, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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Rutgers welcomes four new deans with diverse expertise
Rutgers recently welcomed four new deans who bring records of accomplishment and visions to advance the missions of their schools.
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New machine detects mysterious subatomic particles after decade-long preparation
After nearly a decade of preparation, scientists, including researchers from Rutgers University, have activated a new apparatus capable of detecting a variety of mysterious tiny particles. They are in search of special subatomic particles that could potentially rewrite the physical laws of the universe.