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Tulane University awarded nearly $2 million for Southwest Louisiana and Central Acadiana resilience project
Tulane will lead a collaborative team in developing a sustainable, resilience-focused action plan for communities in Southwest Louisiana and Central…
Tulane study says new drug shows promise in clearing HIV from brain
An experimental drug developed to treat cancer may help clear HIV from infected cells in the brain, a Tulane study finds.
Tulane to expand downtown campus with research-focused renovation
Tulane continues to expand its footprint in New Orleans with its largest downtown project to date — renovation of the Hutchinson Memorial Building.
These healthcare professionals may be secret weapon against hypertension, study finds
The study evaluated 100 hypertension interventions around the world and found that those led by pharmacists and community health workers were most…
Could tragic case be linked to chronic infection from Lyme bacteria?
A new Tulane University case study published in the journal Heliyon explores whether untreated, chronic Lyme disease could have played a role in a…
Tulane installs National Pan-Hellenic Council plots
The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) plots will serve as a public space for students, alumni and community members to celebrate the rich history…
Center for Community-Engaged Artificial Intelligence and the Connolly Alexander Institute for Data Science launch summer research program
The Community-Engaged AI and Data Science Summer Research Program awarded funds to three research projects focusing on AI technology with social…
Tulane Innovation Institute and Tulane Ventures to host screening of ‘Show Her the Money’ highlighting female founders and investors
The documentary will air Wednesday, Aug. 7, at 6 p.m. at the Woldenberg Art Center + Freeman Auditorium on Tulane’s uptown campus.
Tulane awarded $11.2 million NIH grant to pioneer sex-based precision medicine
Tulane University has received a 5-year, $11.2 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to establish a Center of Biological Research…
New Tulane Hillel director prepares to welcome the Class of 2028
Gary Brandt is the new executive director of Tulane Hillel, a Jewish organization at more than 850 colleges and universities around the world.
Can estrogen use improve memory, brain aging? Tulane researcher seeks answers
Jill Daniel, PhD, the Gary P. Dohanich Professor of Brain Science at Tulane University School of Science and Engineering, has been awarded a $2.69…
Tulane strengthens resilience for 2024 hurricane season
Major increases in backup energy capacity make Tulane one of the most resilient college campuses in the United States.
Tulane National Primate Research Center breaks ground on new office building
The Tulane National Primate Research Center broke ground on a new office building at its Covington campus.
Tulane to launch science communication program to help tackle global issues
Tulane's Murphy Institute is launching a new graduate-level program that aims to develop future leaders in science policy and communication who…
Can A.I. tell you if you have osteoporosis? Newly developed deep learning model shows promise
Tulane University researchers developed a new deep learning algorithm to predict osteoporosis risk, a tool that could one day allow users to know…
Alumni spotlight: Research, service define graduate’s Tulane experience
A recent Tulane neuroscience graduate continues research at her alma mater with clinical psychologist Michael Hoerger, focusing on cancer and long…
‘Roleplay’ documentary premiere amplifies Tulane alumni voices
Alumni from the School of Liberal Arts attended the world premiere of a documentary based on their own original collegiate play.
Materials science professor at Tulane wins CAREER award from National Science Foundation
Matthew Montemore has received the CAREER award, a prestigious recognition that the NSF gives to early-career researchers.
AI professor at Tulane wins CAREER award from National Science Foundation
Nicholas Mattei, associate professor of computer science in the School of Science and Engineering at Tulane, has received a CAREER award from the…
The musical robots of Dixon Hall
In Algorithmic and Computer Music, groups of students combine musical and engineering concepts to create musical robots.
Tulane students’ design for innovative lunar rover selected as finalist in NASA contest
A design for a plutonium-powered rover to hunt for water on the icy southernmost tip of the moon has landed a team of Tulane students among finalists…
Tulane receives $2.5 million for third installment of Next Wave Scholarship Challenge
A $2.5 million anonymous donation will kickstart the third phase of the Next Wave Scholarship Challenge, a dollar-for-dollar matching program that…
A dark side to dark chocolate? New study finds very minimal risk for kids from metals in chocolates
Dark chocolate can sometimes contain traces of cadmium and lead, but a new study found that consuming an ounce of chocolate per day poses no risk…
Center for College Access keeping its promise to prepare Louisiana high schoolers for college
The Louisiana Center for College Access provides high school students with free SAT and ACT prep courses, essay writing workshops and other programs…
Tulane University part of new $82 million initiative to improve health across Deep South
Tulane University is now part of a new $82 million National Institutes of Health effort that will harness the research expertise of academic medical…
Aspiring physician and teacher hopes to make a difference in the community
Before applying to medical school, Wilfred Wright plans to work for Teach for America in New Orleans.
The Tulane Office of Sustainability Receives Grant to Reduce Waste, Expands Composting at Crawfest
Tulane University was among the first 25 organizations across the state to receive the Greener Grounds Grant through Tulane’s Office of…
Tulane receives gift from Gene and Mary Koss to create professorship in glass
A gift from Tulane professor Gene Koss and his wife, Mary, will create the Gene and Mary Koss Professorship in Glass Endowed Fund.
Tulane recognizes distinguished cohort of 2024 graduates during Tulane 34 Awards Ceremony
Thirty-four exceptional graduates from the Class of 2024 were honored at the Tulane 34 Award Ceremony on Thursday, May 16.
Tulane Commencement celebrates the resilience and ambition of the Class of 2024
At the Unified Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 18, Tulane honored the Class of 2024, made up of 2,800 graduates across nine schools and…
Photo recap: Unified Commencement Ceremony honors Class of 2024
Relive Tulane's 2024 Unified Commencement Ceremony, held Saturday, May 18, 2024, through these photo highlights.
Assistants who supported classroom technology during COVID-19 graduate
Eleven of the assistants have remained with the program and will join their fellow graduates at Commencement 2024.
Tulane grad’s academic journey leads to co-founding medical startup company
Kalen Hall co-founded a company, Informuta, that helps clinicians determine if a bacteria’s DNA will be drug-resistant.
Graduating students honored for commitment to public service with 2024 Runsdorf Award
William Bai and Mickey Mickle are the 2024 recipients of the Jim Runsdorf Excellence in Public Service Student Award.
Decoding the colors of commencement
Check out this guide, designed by Tulane graphic designer Kim Rainey, to help identify the schools and colors signified through the regalia worn by…
Tulane offered the perfect transition from military to civilian life for this graduate
The SoPA digital design and health and wellness programs served as the perfect transition from military to civilian life for Manuel Lopez Vergara.
Tulane School of Architecture receives $2.91 million for its new Center on Climate Change and Urbanism
Tulane received a gift to propel the School of Architecture’s multidisciplinary efforts in climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies.
Five fun facts about cicadas, a ‘biological phenomenon to be relished’
Keith Clay, professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, shared some fun facts about cicadas in advance of this year’s emergence.
Graduating student leader embodies service and spirit of ‘paying it forward’
Graduating student Kwesil Ezeh has shown dedication to service across various leadership roles and organizations during her time at Tulane.
Visionary healthcare leader, Pulitzer Prize winner and civil rights pioneer to be honored at Tulane Commencement
Tulane will recognize the significant achievements and contributions to society of three individuals at the Unified Commencement Ceremony, held on…
Graduate reflects with gratitude on her time as student leader at Tulane
Graduating student and Tulane 34 recipient Akira Shelton has been a part of several student organizations, which have given her profound lessons.
Deputy secretary of energy touts clean energy careers at Tulane visit
David Turk, deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy, touts clean energy jobs during a program at Tulane.
Tulane grad inspired to continue work supporting underserved small business owners
Tarlton Walker wants to work in the private equity investment space, focusing on supporting Black and Brown business owners.
Tulane graduate eager to build on global experience back home in New Orleans
Michael Hornsby is graduating with a Master of Health Administration degree after years of working in project management, emergency management and…
Service an integral part of neuroscience, cell and molecular biology grad’s Tulane experience
Eshan Damle became a Tulanian amid the pandemic, and this experience ended up sparking research interests and volunteer opportunities that have…
Graduate’s Tulane journey was 20 years in the making
Becky Callegan, who will graduate from the School of Architecture, was inspired to learn about building science after her husband suffered health…
Tulane faculty to be honored with 2024 university-wide teaching awards
Tulane University will honor dedicated faculty members with university-wide teaching awards during the Unified Commencement Ceremony.
Study finds potential new treatment path for lasting Lyme disease symptoms
Tulane University researchers have identified a promising new approach to treating persistent neurological symptoms associated with Lyme disease,…
