Science & Tech

Join us in uncovering the forefront of technological and scientific advancements. Our featured newsroom highlights research from the College of Engineering and Applied Science, the College of Arts & Sciences, the School of IT and the 1819 Innovation Hub/Cincinnati Innovation District. 

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How AI might help nonprofits

November 7, 2025

University of Cincinnati Professor Victoria LaPoe examined whether people respond differently to AI-created messaging in nonprofit advertising.

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Do students rely too much on generative AI?

November 6, 2025

Local 12 recently reported that roughly 90% of college students use generative AI tools like ChatGPT in the classroom. Michael Jones, associate professor of economics at the University of Cincinnati’s Lindner College of Business, offered insight into what this drastic shift means for both students and educators.

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UC invites students, faculty, staff to present at AI symposium

November 4, 2025

UC Vice President and Chief Digital Officer Bharath Prabhakaran invites UC students, faculty and staff to share their knowledge and perspective as part of the Digital Technology Solutions. AI and Emerging Technology Symposium on Feb. 18 in Tangeman University Center.

Latest News

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How AI might help nonprofits

November 7, 2025

University of Cincinnati Professor Victoria LaPoe examined whether people respond differently to AI-created messaging in nonprofit advertising.

2

Do students rely too much on generative AI?

November 6, 2025

Local 12 recently reported that roughly 90% of college students use generative AI tools like ChatGPT in the classroom. Michael Jones, associate professor of economics at the University of Cincinnati’s Lindner College of Business, offered insight into what this drastic shift means for both students and educators.

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UC invites students, faculty, staff to present at AI symposium

November 4, 2025

UC Vice President and Chief Digital Officer Bharath Prabhakaran invites UC students, faculty and staff to share their knowledge and perspective as part of the Digital Technology Solutions. AI and Emerging Technology Symposium on Feb. 18 in Tangeman University Center.

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Playing a winning hand

November 4, 2025

UC mechanical engineering student Brooke Boeding parlayed her co-op at an Ohio engineering and consulting company into a full-time job. Her co-op adviser not only helped her land her first co-op job but also provided guidance to launch her career.

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Building Design: 27 interesting innovations and prototypes from the Venice Biennale

November 3, 2025

University of Cincinnati architecture students and faculty were featured in Building Design for their installation “INOSCULAE,” exhibited at the 2025 Venice Biennale. The project, directed by DAAP associate professor Christoph Klemmt, was recognized by journalist Mary Richardson as one of the top 27 global innovations in sustainable design.

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Innovation in focus at the 2025 Data Science Symposium

October 29, 2025

The University of Cincinnati Center for Business Analytics once again welcomed attendees to its annual Data Science Symposium at the Carl H. Lindner College of Business on Oct. 9. The 2025 symposium featured experts and industry leaders detailing how they're leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to solve actual business challenges.

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Grad student Joey Yong found leadership, networking opportunities at UC

October 23, 2025

Joey Yong is a graduate student in the UC School of Information Technology's Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) program. As she nears graduation this December, the central Kentucky native looks back on the invaluable instruction, networking opportunities and leadership lessons she gained during her time at UC.

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Moth-like drone navigates autonomously without AI

October 22, 2025

Engineering researchers at the University of Cincinnati developed a moth-like drone that flies autonomously using extremum-seeking feedback systems instead of artificial intelligence. The research could help explain how tiny insects with small brains are such adroit flyers.

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Stroke experts discuss current and future use of AI tools in research and treatment

October 17, 2025

A group of stroke physicians, researchers and industry representatives discussed the current use and future of AI in stroke clinical trial design at the Stroke Treatment Academic Industry Roundtable meeting March 28. Led by the University of Cincinnati’s Joseph Broderick, MD, the researchers published an article in the journal Stroke Sept. 30 summarizing the group’s discussion and recommendations.

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Museum helps UC Chemistry celebrate 150 years

October 10, 2025

UC's Oesper Collections in the History of Chemistry museum is helping to celebrate 150 years of UC chemistry. The chemistry museum features scientific artifacts, books, journals, photos and prints chronicling the development of chemical science over the centuries.

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Innovative, AI-fueled conference returns to Lindner

October 10, 2025

The Carl H. Lindner College of Business will once again host the annual Project Management Institute (PMI) Summit on Saturday, Nov. 8, with a sharp focus on artificial intelligence success strategies in business.

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Science Harvest connects kids with science, one pollinator at a time

October 3, 2025

Walking up to Science Harvest’s booth at the Northside Farmers Market, surrounding their inviting, sparkly craft table, are nothing but kids with smiles. On closer look, the cut-out paper bugs and “pollen” (mac and cheese powder), reveal themselves. Engaging with the kids is Kate Nicole Hoffman, researcher with UCs Center for Public Engagement with Science (PEWS), as she explains to them how pollination works. Science Harvest’s mission is an extension the mission for PEWS, which is to educate the public on science-related topics to benefit everyone. This makes their weekly appearance at the family-friendly Northside Farmers market a perfect match.