NextGen MedTech: Researchers developing advanced tools for health care

NextGen MedTech:

Researchers developing advanced tools for health care
UGA's Karen Norris developed a vaccine that protects against multiple fungal infections. (Photo by Chamberlain Smith)

Fungal protection:

New vaccine effective against multiple infections
Kelly Dawe, Distinguished Research Professor in UGA’s Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, examines kernels in his office. His groundbreaking work in maize genetics has helped reshape how researchers understand—and improve—this vital crop. (Photo by Brandon Ward)

A-maize-ing genes:

Dawe cultivates the future of plant genetics
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Facilitate instruction, scholarly and creative activity, and research collaborations across disciplines

Centers & Institutes

University of Georgia researcher works in laboratory

Provide state-of-the-art equipment and services to researchers at UGA, other universities and industry.

Research Core Facilities

Graduate student Kasey Smith and professor Jenay M. Beer look at interactive companion robots in the Beers laboratory

Helps industry find the right people and resources for the project

Business Engagement

Downtown Clarkesville, Georgia

$8.4 BILLION

UGA IMPACT ON
THE STATE OF GEORGIA

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$628.1 MILLION

R&D EXPENDITURES
IN FY 2024

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#1

FOR NEW PRODUCTS
AMONG U.S. UNIVERSITIES

NEWS

  • UGA’s Perdisci receives Amazon Research Award

    Roberto Perdisci, Patty and D.R. Grimes Distinguished Professor of Computer Science and Director of the UGA Institute of Cybersecurity and Privacy, was selected as a recipient of an Amazon Research Award. Amazon Research Awards (ARA) provide unrestricted funds and AWS Promotional Credits to academic researchers investigating various research topics in multiple disciplines. This cycle, ARA … Continue reading "UGA’s Perdisci receives Amazon Research Award" The post UGA’s Perdisci receives Amazon Research Award appeared first on UGA Research News.

  • Individuals benefit differently from fish oil, depending on genotype

    The health benefits of fish oil have expanded in recent years. As laboratory breakthroughs expand the understanding of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids’ impact on brain health and warding off a variety of cancers, uptake in the public has followed. The positive feedback loop continues to inspire new laboratory investigations, and now University of Georgia … Continue reading "Individuals benefit differently from fish oil, depending on genotype" The post Individuals benefit differently from fish oil, depending on genotype appeared first on UGA Research News.

UGA INNOVATION DISTRICT

Annate Bitherapeutics:

UGA startup reps at Southeastern Venture Showcase

Here, Eric DeJesus presents on the Southeastern Venture Showcase. At its core, the Showcase reflects a shift in how early-stage research ventures grow: through momentum, networking, and trust. For Annate Bitherapeutics and its peers, face time with the right people can be just as valuable as funding — and just as critical to long-term success. (Photo by Brandon Ward)