UA Little Rock student Diamond McGehee presents her research at a 2017 NASA conference in Washington, D.C.

Tomatoes on Mars? Student’s genetic research could one day help space travelers

Genetic research by a University of Arkansas at Little Rock student that could one day aid Mars colonists was one of only 10 student projects highlighted during a national NASA Space Grant conference.

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Mariya Khodakovskaya

Khodakovskaya co-edits book on benefits of nanotechnology for crops

University of Arkansas at Little Rock Biology Professor Mariya Khodakovskaya, her collaborators, and her graduate students are among a handful of scientists around the world pioneering research on the potential benefits of nanotechnology for crops.  Continue reading “Khodakovskaya co-edits book on benefits of nanotechnology for crops”

Veteran Villages of America donated a car to Destinie Boren, the daughter of National Guard member Bruce Boren of Dover, Arkansas. Pictured, from left to right, are Kathy Oliverio, UALR director of military success, Mark Diggs, Chancellor Andrew Rogerson, Destinie Boren, Mike Ross, chairman of the board of directors of Veteran Villages of America and Bill Asti.

UALR student wins car, donates it to friend

A University of Arkansas at Little Rock student received a car from a veterans’ nonprofit organization and paid the generosity forward by giving the car to a friend in need.  Continue reading “UALR student wins car, donates it to friend”

Marissa De La Paz paces herself as she heads to the finish line of the 2016 Race for the Cure.

UALR graduate becomes repeat winner of Race for the Cure

A former University of Arkansas at Little Rock student-athlete, Donaghey scholar, and graduate took home the gold for the second year in a row during the 2016 Race for the Cure. Continue reading “UALR graduate becomes repeat winner of Race for the Cure”

Raegan Austin, a 2016 UALR graduate, poses with her husband, Michael.

Winding road leads to med school for UALR graduate

On her way to a bachelor’s degree, Raegan Austin attended six universities, served eight years in the Air National Guard, and switched career focuses three times.

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Six University of Arkansas at Little Rock students present research at the Emerging Researchers National Conference in Stem Feb. 25-28 at Washington, D.C. Pictured from left to right are Dr. Jim Winter, Osvaldo Cossio, Kristina Frogoso, C’Asia James, Amber Hill, Taylor McClanahan, and Taylor Washington.

UALR Science Scholars present research at national conference

Six University of Arkansas at Little Rock students presented research at the Emerging Researchers National Conference in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Feb. 25-28 in Washington, D.C., with one student taking home a first place award in chemistry.

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Jordyn Radke looks over tomato plants that were part of her research

Research work prepares graduate student for bright future

Jordyn Radke was ready to move back to Canada.

Then the University of Arkansas at Little Rock offered the long-distance runner a scholarship. While considering her options, Radke noticed a comforting detail about Little Rock: It had a hockey rink where she could play in her spare time.

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Zartashia Javid

UALR student to help lead national youth organization

America’s Promise Alliance, the nation’s largest partnership organization dedicated to improving the lives of youths, recently announced the election of Zartashia Javid, 20, to its Alliance Trustees for a two-year term.

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Students place in biomedical conference

Several UALR students received awards for their original research at the IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) Conference Nov. 7-14 in Fayetteville. Continue reading “Students place in biomedical conference”