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Campus research news round up
Christian Capitini named director of the UW Carbone Cancer Center Dr. Christian Capitini, a national expert in the treatment and research of childhood cancers, has been named the next director of the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center. He will assume the role of Carbone Cancer Center director on…
Research events
2026 Organoids in Action: Modeling human health and disease Symposium – April 14 Location: Biotechnology Center building, 425 Henry Mall This will be a dynamic exchange of ideas, cutting-edge technologies, and transformative applications shaping the next era of biotechnology research. The symposium features speakers such as keynote Dr. David Beebe,…
UW–Madison Completes Phase I of NSPM‑33 Cybersecurity Assessment
UW–Madison has completed Phase I of its institution-wide assessment of cybersecurity practices required under National Security Presidential Memorandum–33 (NSPM‑33) and the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022. These federal regulations make adherence to baseline cybersecurity standards a condition of receiving federal research funding. In response, the Interim Vice Chancellor for…
McMillen Named Chief Research Administration Officer
After a nationwide search, Kurt McMillen has been appointed Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Research Administration Officer a role in which he also serves as the Director of the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (RSP), a key leadership position within the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR). McMillen has been serving in the role on an interim basis since January 2025.
Call for Nominations: 2026 Postdoc Excellence Awards, and Distinguished Faculty and; Staff Postdoc Mentoring Awards
Call for Nominations: UW–Madison Postdoc Excellence Awards. Nomination deadline is April 10.
UW–Madison and U.S. Army ERDC Launch Strategic Education Partnership to Accelerate National Security Research
The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s new Education Partnership Agreement (EPA) with the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), marks a significant expansion of the university’s growing national security research portfolio and federal defense collaborations. The agreement, signed Feb. 11, establishes a formal framework for cooperative education, research…
Feedback due March 18 for finalists for Chief Research Administration Officer
Two finalists have selected from a nationwide search for the Chief Research Administration Officer and Director of the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (RSP). Presentations will take place on Wednesday, March 11, and Friday, March 13.
Round up of campus research news
IceCube upgrade; recommendations in Alzheimer’s disease treatment and prevention; menopausal relief for women with MS; and Badger Talks on powerful computers, faster answers.
Research events and deadlines
Register by March 12 for the Data Science Research Bazaar and so much more to keep you busy!
The Road Map for Research Success at UW–Madison: Shaping the Future
The next phase is to implement restructuring the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research to increase operational excellence and the quality of service, transparency, and efficiency.