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96% of college applicants to Bernalillo County's 10 universities were admitted for fall 2022

Bernalillo County's 10 universities admitted an estimated 96% of applicants for fall 2022, a decrease from the previous year.

By ABQ Times | Sep 19, 2024

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UNM postdoctoral fellow Anitha Vijayakumar explores RNA-binding proteins for cancer treatment

Anitha Vijayakumar has dedicated over a decade to the study of biochemistry, specifically lipid metabolism. This extensive background has led her to her current position as a postdoctoral fellow at the University of New Mexico (UNM), where she focuses on manipulating RNA-binding proteins to potentially enhance cancer treatments.

By ABQ Times | Sep 19, 2024

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UNM student integrates cultural identity into public health efforts

By ABQ Times | Sep 19, 2024

Balancing a full class schedule alongside performing duties as a local health service worker makes for a busy schedule, but Becki Jones, a College of Population Health (COPH) student at The University of New Mexico, is effectively doing that and more. Jones is frequently involved in local public health outreach, and her efforts are proving beneficial in connecting with the local community.

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Daily Lobo creates Tony Hillerman Writing Coach Fund

By ABQ Times | Sep 18, 2024

Renowned author Tony Hillerman is recognized globally for his novels and memoirs centered around the Southwest, particularly focusing on the reservations and Indigenous people of New Mexico. A lesser-known fact about Hillerman is his role in nurturing journalistic talent at the New Mexico Daily Lobo.

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UNM medical student Andrea Howard wins MLB Home Run Derby

By ABQ Times | Sep 18, 2024

Andrea Howard, a second-year student at The University of New Mexico School of Medicine and a former Olympian, exemplifies the pursuit of excellence both academically and athletically. On Friday, August 23rd, Howard's team secured the MLB Home Run Derby X (HRDX) championship trophy at Isotopes Park. The team, including former Washington Nationals star Ryan Zimmerman and current UNM Lobo sophomore baseball player Gene Trujillo, demonstrated exceptional skill and teamwork. Howard stood out by scoring 10 points in the semifinals and an impressive 16 points in the finals,...

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UNM-Gallup student turns pandemic hobby into associate degree

By ABQ Times | Sep 18, 2024

GALLUP, N.M. — Emergency medical services graduate Raquel Martinez returned to The University of New Mexico-Gallup to take a welding class to de-stress from work, but her new hobby led to an associate degree in welding and a massive metal sculpture.

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Podcast examines impact of microplastics on human health

By ABQ Times | Sep 18, 2024

It’s (Probably Not) Rocket Science (IPNRS) has launched its second season with a focus on microplastics. The episode, titled “Everything You Should Know About Microplastics,” discusses recent research from The University of New Mexico, revealing significant findings about microplastics in the human body.

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UNM's PAÍS building enhances STEM education through GO Bond funding

By ABQ Times | Sep 18, 2024

In 2016, the University of New Mexico's (UNM) 60-year-old Physics & Astronomy building was deemed inadequate for high-end research. The building lacked modern teaching facilities and had heating and cooling issues that impacted temperature-sensitive research. Located on Lomas Boulevard, across from the main campus, students had to cross a busy road to attend classes, and vibrations from passing vehicles disrupted laser-based research.

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UNM postdoc delves into orbital homeostasis using control theory

By ABQ Times | Sep 17, 2024

Most days for Rosalyn Devonport are spent in her office working on advanced and abstract math problems, interspersed with computer programming. If she’s having a particularly stimulating day, coffee with a friend is one of her first stopping points. “You’d be surprised by how much advanced math is done over a freshly brewed cup of coffee,” she noted.

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UNM partners with Vets for Pets to aid homeless individuals' pets

By ABQ Times | Sep 17, 2024

The University of New Mexico’s Street Medicine program aims to meet people in the community and provide them with necessary care and resources. Recognizing that individuals living on the streets often have pets needing care, a new partnership has been formed to address this need.

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UNM College of Nursing leader makes history with academy induction

By ABQ Times | Sep 16, 2024

A leader in The University of New Mexico College of Nursing and a former nurse at UNM Children’s Hospital has made history as the first nurse from New Mexico to be inducted into the Academy of Emergency Nursing. This achievement highlights her work and its impact on the Land of Enchantment and beyond.

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UNM-Taos holds first paramedic graduation ceremony in over 20 years

By ABQ Times | Sep 14, 2024

On Tuesday, Sept. 10, UNM-Taos hosted a paramedic graduation ceremony for the first time in over 20 years. Under the leadership of Josh Wright, director of EMS and chair of health sciences, the program was revived with support from the EMS Academy and UNM-Taos administration to address the need for emergency medical professionals in the community.

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Experts gather at summit to address mental health and substance use disorder challenges

By ABQ Times | Sep 13, 2024

A crucial summit, organized by the Homeless Coordinating Council, gathered experts and stakeholders to address the intertwined challenges of mental health and substance use disorders, commonly referred to as a dual diagnosis. Health care professionals, community leaders, and advocates for the inaugural Dual Diagnosis and Recovery Summit met for thoughtful, solutions-focused conversations on Sept. 11, 2024. The event was sponsored by The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, City of Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, Albuquerque Public Schools, and the Veterans...

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UNM psychiatrist offers advice on managing election-related stress

By ABQ Times | Sep 13, 2024

Meet Kristina Sowar, a medical doctor and associate professor in the Department of Psychiatry at The University of New Mexico. She also serves as the program director for the UNM School of Medicine’s General Psychiatry Residency program and co-director for the School of Medicine’s Office of Professional Wellbeing. Her work has been showcased in journal articles, and she has won three teaching awards since 2019.

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UNM celebrates National Postdoc Appreciation Week with series of events

By ABQ Times | Sep 13, 2024

The University of New Mexico (UNM) is celebrating its 127 postdoctoral researchers during National Postdoc Appreciation Week, held annually in the third week of September. This event, recognized by the U.S. House of Representatives since 2010 and sponsored by the National Postdoc Association (NPA) since 2009, acknowledges the significant contributions of postdocs to research.

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UNM Hospital and AFT Union agree to resume good-faith bargaining

By ABQ Times | Sep 12, 2024

The University of New Mexico Hospital and the United Health Professionals NM division of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) have agreed to resume good-faith bargaining. This development follows a ruling by a New Mexico District Court judge, who ordered that negotiations should continue while awaiting a decision on whether PRN (pro re nata) employees, or temporary freelance workers, should be included in the bargaining unit.

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UNM Health Sciences Rio Rancho Campus hosts small business trainings

By ABQ Times | Sep 12, 2024

The University of New Mexico’s Health Sciences Rio Rancho Campus (HSRR) is collaborating with partners in Sandoval County to host a series of small business trainings aimed at supporting the local community.

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UNM alumnus joins McLaren Formula 1 as aerodynamics engineer

By ABQ Times | Sep 12, 2024

A University of New Mexico alumnus began a new role in August as an aerodynamics design engineer with the McLaren Formula 1 team in Woking, England.

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University of New Mexico hosts Silent Lights during homecoming week

By ABQ Times | Sep 12, 2024

The University of New Mexico (UNM) is set to host its annual Silent Lights event on Thursday, September 19, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Smith Plaza. This year's event will feature six DJs, three stages, and a silent disco experience for students and their guests.

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Graduate student receives New Mexico Space Grant Consortium fellowship

By ABQ Times | Sep 11, 2024

A School of Engineering graduate student’s work in energy storage has received a significant boost, thanks to a prestigious fellowship she recently received.