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No. 12 Illinois Wrestling upsets No. 6 Missouri, improves to 4-0

by Division of Intercollegiate AthleticsNov 22, 2024 9:15 am

The No. 12 Illinois wrestling team won their home opening dual over No. 6 Missouri, 23-14, on Thursday, improving to 4-0 for the first time since the 2020-21 season.
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Personal bankruptcies are on the rise. When does it make sense to file?

by CBS NewsNov 22, 2024 9:00 am

CBS News (Nov. 20) Professor Robert Lawless says most people struggle with debt for years before seeking help. 'People misunderstand bankruptcy and wait too long to see a bankruptcy lawyer. Most people would benefit by going earlier.'
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What message did voters send this election?

by Phil CicioraNov 21, 2024 8:45 am

Although Trump made inroads with some demographics, political science professor Brian Gaines says he’s 'not confident that those swings reflect enduring changes of party loyalty rather than short-term candidate effects.'
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Study: Brilliant white male characters more believable, some viewers say

by Sharita ForrestNov 22, 2024 8:45 am

Brilliant characters often play key roles in movies and TV shows. However, when they are played by women and people of color, some audience members dismiss them as unrealistic, even if they portray real people.
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Why does the state need Illinois Extension?

by Diana YatesNov 18, 2024 10:00 am

U. of I. Extension serves the state by focusing on food and agriculture, as well as the economic, community, environmental and health sectors. Its director discusses how Extension tackles so many issues at once.
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Study: Community Notes on X could be key to curbing misinformation

by Aaron BennettNov 21, 2024 11:15 am

A crowdsourced fact-checking tool on X encourages users to voluntarily retract misinformation, which could balance the need to curb false information while respecting free speech, and as a transparent alternative to traditional fact-checking.
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Bioengineering professors pioneer new methods in microscope technology

by Ben LibmanNov 13, 2024 9:45 am

The Omni-Mesoscope has the ability to see many cells with clarity. 'The system captures a large number of images like Google Earth, examining the details of sub-cellular structure within each cell across large areas.'
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CI MED research offers updated snapshots of AFib, anti-stroke treatment across U.S.

by Beth HartNov 21, 2024 9:30 am

A study reveals more Americans than previously estimated have developed an irregular heartbeat that puts them at higher risk for stroke and death. It also shows important gaps in how atrial fibrillation is treated in the U.S.
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Six Illinois scientists rank among world's most influential

by Liz Ahlberg TouchstoneNov 19, 2024 9:00 am

Highly cited researchers this year at Illinois are Ed Deiner, Brent Roberts, Atul Jain, Axel Hoffmann, Stephen Long and Kaiyu Guan.
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ACES’ financial planning program ranks among top nine nationally

by Claire BenjaminNov 18, 2024 3:00 pm

U. of I. has been named one of the nine colleges with the best financial planning programs by WealthManagement.com, a distinction that highlights the program’s ability to prepare students for successful careers as financial advisors.
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Study reveals advantages of informative brand names

by Aaron BennettNov 15, 2024 11:45 am

By clearly communicating a product's purpose, informative names can significantly boost a product's visibility and success, suggesting that businesses can benefit from adopting descriptive names to gain a competitive edge.
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Illini's second half comeback falls short against to Alabama

by Division of Intercollegiate AthleticsNov 21, 2024 8:45 am

After trailing by as many as 18, the Illini (3-1) cut their deficit to eight points with 3:32 remaining, but the comeback ultimately fell short in the Orange and Blue's first loss of the season.
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Future proofing photosynthesis

by News BureauNov 20, 2024 2:00 pm

C&EN (Nov. 18) Integrative biology professor Stephen Long admits that success in increasing photosynthetic efficiency is a long shot, but one upon which the future of the planet depends.
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Third-largest crowd in program history sees No. 22 women's hoops team win on Field Trip Day

by Thomas BruchNov 19, 2024 9:45 am

A crowd of 13,486 fans filled the stands Monday at the State Farm Center to watch the Illini post a dominant 69-point victory over the visiting Dolphins.
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Study tracks PFAS, microplastics through landfills and wastewater treatment plants

by Diana YatesNov 19, 2024 10:00 am

Scientists analyzed the liquid waste released by four Illinois landfills to determine the fate of two contaminants.
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New book looks at Brazil’s longest-lasting maroon society, its influence today

by Jodi HeckelNov 8, 2024 11:30 am

History professor Marc Hertzman examines the longest-lasting society formed by people who escaped slavery and their descendants in Brazil and how its memory shapes concepts of Black resistance and national identity today.
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Illinois Football back in AP Top 25 following victory over Michigan State

by Division of Intercollegiate AthleticsNov 17, 2024 2:30 pm

The Illinois football team is ranked #24 in this week's AP Top 25. The Illini's eight AP Poll appearances are the program's most since 2001, when the Illini appeared in 10 polls.
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Fast start, dominant defense carry ranked Illini past EIU

by Division of Intercollegiate AthleticsNov 15, 2024 8:15 am

No. 23-ranked Fighting Illini Women's Basketball continued its strong start to the season with a dominant 84-37 win over Eastern Illinois at State Farm Center on Thursday night.
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How are outbreaks of foodborne illness found and fixed?

by Liz Ahlberg TouchstoneNov 11, 2024 10:45 am

The outbreak of e-coli linked to onions on McDonald’s Quarter Pounder hamburgers is just the latest of many recent cases. Food Science professor Matt Stasiewicz talks about how outbreaks happen, how they are traced and stopped.
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No banned substances: ‘Enhanced Games’ aim to push physical limits to extremes

by Gear JunkieNov 14, 2024 3:00 pm

Gear Junkie (Nov. 13) 'An assumption of the Enhanced Games is that if athletes have unrestricted drug use, it will lead to world-record performances. It won’t be that simple,' said Illinois professor Julian Woolf.
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Join us for these International Education Week events, Nov. 18-22

by Marta SchneiderNov 14, 2024 10:30 am

International Education Week at the Illinois aims to raise awareness about the breadth of international education activities and resources available in our community.
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Are AI chatbots safe for children? Experts weigh in after teen's suicide

by NewsweekNov 14, 2024 9:00 am

Newsweek (Nov. 13) 'It's important to recognize that chatbots are not mere ... glorified autocompletes but instead are closer to having real minds with beliefs and perhaps even desires about the world,' writes U of I's Ben Levinstein.
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Illinois hosts Michigan State to finish home schedule

by Division of Intercollegiate AthleticsNov 13, 2024 4:30 pm

Illinois is back at home on Saturday, Nov. 16 to take on Michigan State for the final home game of the Memorial Stadium 100th Anniversary season. The Senior Day kickoff is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. CT on FS1.
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Thinking hands: How gesturing can help us understand difficult concepts

by Tom HanlonNov 6, 2024 9:30 am

Hand gestures are a common, natural part of human communication. And if you’ve ever seen someone gesturing when on a cell phone or when trying to solve a geometry problem, you know that gestures also help us think.
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New book examines the impact of colonialism on Puerto Rico

by Sharita ForrestNov 7, 2024 8:45 am

Professor Jose Atiles' book suggests the Puerto Rican and U.S. governments exacerbated crises such as hurricanes, COVID-19, and spiraling public debt through socioeconomic, legal and racialized conditions they created.
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Illini Men's Basketball closes homestand tonight vs. Oakland

by Division of Intercollegiate AthleticsNov 13, 2024 9:30 am

Illinois (2-0) hosts the final contest of a three-game, season-opening homestand on Wednesday night, welcoming Oakland (1-1) to State Farm Center (8 p.m. CT/BTN) for the second straight season.
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A new milestone in the study of octopus arms

by Taylor ParksNov 13, 2024 9:30 am

The new model is a milestone both in biology, where it helps explain the octopus’s impressive capability, and engineering. 'The computational model is a useful testbed for roboticists to test their algorithms,' Professor Prashant Mehta said.
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‘World building’ in a video games class

by Jodi HeckelNov 12, 2024 11:15 am

Students are searching the INHS insect collection for inspiration as they create creatures for a swampy alien planet. The students are designing characters and an environment for a Concept Art for Video Games class offered through Illinois Informatics
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Riley named Big Ten Freshman of the Week

by Division of Intercollegiate AthleticsNov 12, 2024 10:45 am

Illini forward Will Riley is the Big Ten Freshman of the Week award after breaking the team's freshman debut scoring record last Monday, scoring 31 points on 10-for-13 shooting, including 5-for-6 on 3-pointers and 6-of-7 free throws.
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Quantum computing threatens cybersecurity: Are we prepared?

by SciTechDailyNov 11, 2024 1:45 pm

SciTechDaily (Nov. 10) 'The problem is urgent because practical quantum computers will break classical encryption in the next decade,' says Phuong Cao, a cybersecurity researcher at the U. of I.
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'The sound of neurons': Q&A with Beckman Institute Director Steve Maren

by Jenna KurtzweilNov 6, 2024 9:30 am

'The first time I heard the sound of neurons firing, this “Pop!” “Pop!” “Pop!” that I can still remember to this day. I realized that as we do things and move through the world, our brains are actively working in real time.'
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Illini improve to 2-0 with home win over Marquette

by Division of Intercollegiate AthleticsNov 11, 2024 8:15 am

The Illini used a strong defensive showing to move to defeat Marquette, 65-53, at State Farm Center on Sunday night. After scoring only one point in the first half, Genesis Bryant poured in 15 points across the final 20 minutes.
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Four Illini score in double figures in season-opening win over #19 Florida State

by Division of Intercollegiate AthleticsNov 8, 2024 8:00 am

Illinois never trailed in its 83-74 victory over Florida State on Thursday night at State Farm Center. Their five-game homestand continues Sunday, when the Illini play host to Marquette. First tip is slated for 7 p.m.
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Can an immigrant workforce save dying factory towns?

by Reason MagazineNov 7, 2024 10:15 am

Reason (Nov. 6) For U of I's Faranak Miraftab, the villification of Haitian immigrants in Springfield, OH, brought to mind Beardstown, IL. 'Towns around (it) are boarded up ghost towns. Beardstown shines thanks to its immigrants.'
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PFAS removal process aims to ease pollution ahead of semiconductor industry growth

by Lois YoksoulianNov 7, 2024 10:00 am

With the construction of semiconductor factories expected to rise, U. of I. researchers are working to get ahead of the PFAS pollution issues associated with the fabrication process.
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Earthquake prediction techniques lend quick insight into strength, reliability of materials

by Lois YoksoulianNov 6, 2024 8:45 am

'The results of this work allow researchers to test material failure more quickly than high-powered, detailed simulation models,' said graduate student Jordan Sickle, a leader of the study.
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Appealing to our ‘better angels’ with the Braver Angels

by Phil CicioraNov 1, 2024 11:00 am

'Seated nearby are more than 70 undergraduate students, mostly political science majors, and a handful of facilitators... whose goal is to teach tomorrow’s leaders how to effectively facilitate dialogue across party lines.'
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Fighting Illini host ranked Florida State for season opener tonight

by Division of Intercollegiate AthleticsNov 7, 2024 8:30 am

The 51st season of Illinois women's basketball tips off with Illinois hosting #19 Florida State tonight, 6 p.m. CT on B1G+ from State Farm Center.
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Illini Volleyball hosts #20 USC, Ohio State this weekend

by Division of Intercollegiate AthleticsNov 6, 2024 4:45 pm

First serve versus the ranked Trojans is slated for 5 p.m. on Friday. Saturday's match against the Buckeyes is slated for 7 p.m. Fans can catch both contests on B1G+.
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Skin’s secret strength shields against puncture damage

by Earth.comNov 6, 2024 11:45 am

Earth.com (Nov. 1) Researchers at Illinois have discovered that our skin is not just an exterior shell. It plays an active role in lessening the internal damage when punctured - even better than synthetic materials.
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Professor’s book explores the relationship between beauty and crisis

by Jodi HeckelNov 4, 2024 10:15 am

Mimi Thi Nguyen explores the relationship between beauty and crisis, and how examining beauty can point to the social and political conditions necessary for a good life. Her new book is 'The Promise of Beauty.'
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CI MED launches first-of-its-kind glaucoma surgery training for students

by Beth HartOct 31, 2024 9:45 am

The new microinvasive glaucoma surgery (MiGS) lab is a first-of-its-kind wet lab learning opportunity for students, with hands-on training in less-invasive surgical options for preserving glaucoma patients’ sight.
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Join the 2024 Campus Charitable Fund Drive

by Eric WilsonOct 8, 2024 10:15 am

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign raised approximately $1.3 million in 2023 for non-profit organizations in our local community and around the world. See how you can join this important charitable effort.
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Have newspaper political endorsements outlived their purpose?

by Lois YoksoulianNov 1, 2024 10:00 am

Although presidential candidate endorsements can offer readers insight into a newspaper’s thinking about the direction, needs of the country, Professor Melita Garza says there's little evidence thier endorsements sway readers' votes.
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Romanchuk wins men’s wheelchair race at NYC Marathon, Scaroni wins women’s event

by Associated PressNov 5, 2024 1:15 pm

AP (Nov. 3) Illinois alumna Susannah Scaroni, who still trains with the university’s wheelchair track team, won the New York City Marathon. Daniel Romanchuk, who also trains at the U. of I., won the men’s race.
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Five Illini score in double figures in dominant season-opening win over EIU

by Division of Intercollegiate AthleticsNov 5, 2024 10:15 am

Illinois cruised to a 112-67 win in its season opener against Eastern Illinois at State Farm Center on Monday night. Five different Illini scored in double figures, including a team-leading 31-point performance from freshman Will Riley.
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If Kamala Harris pulls off a victory, Trump’s efforts to overthrow the election won’t work

by MSNBCNov 4, 2024 1:30 pm

MSNBC (Nov. 2) U. of I. political science professor Nicholas Grossman writes about the Jan. 6 attack and why Donald Trump’s efforts to overthrow the election won’t work if Vice President Kamala Harris wins the election.
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Communication with doctor during first visit affects pain patients’ outcomes

by Sharita ForrestOct 30, 2024 9:15 am

U. of I. researchers found that shared decision-making and the quality of the health care provider’s history-taking and physical exam were the main drivers of spinal pain patients’ satisfaction with, trust in and agreement with their doctors.
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The race to save the little brown bat

by Xander HazeNov 4, 2024 11:30 am

How genomic research could rescue a species on the brink of extinction
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New Illinois study explores adoption of robotic weeding to fight superweeds

by Marianne SteinOct 31, 2024 9:30 am

'The exclusive reliance on herbicides for weed control has led to the appearance of superweeds, and we don’t have anything in the pipeline in terms of new modes of action,' said Professor Madhu Khanna.
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