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New UMass Lowell Speaker Series Engages Honors Students and the Public

New UMass Lowell Speaker Series Engages Honors Students and the Public | Press Release

2/23/2021
A new UMass Lowell speaker series designed for students enrolled in the university’s Honors College will examine the impacts of climate change on public policy, international security and the ethical dilemmas posed by evolving technology.
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UMass Lowell Welcomes Students Back for Spring 2021

UMass Lowell Welcomes Students Back for Spring 2021 | Press Release

2/18/2021
UMass Lowell recently welcomed back its more than 18,000 students for the spring semester.
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Expert: Mars Rover Will Help Prepare for Human Exploration of the Red Planet

Expert: Mars Rover Will Help Prepare for Human Exploration of the Red Planet | Press Release

2/18/2021
The NASA rover “Perseverance,” expected to land on Mars today, represents an extraordinary step forward in the search for life on the red planet but also for the well-being of life on Earth, according to a UMass Lowell physicist available for interviews whose research is part of the mission.
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Researchers Pioneer 3D Imaging to Detect Breast Cancer, COVID-19 and Other Diseases

Researchers Pioneer 3D Imaging to Detect Breast Cancer, COVID-19 and Other Diseases | Press Release

2/17/2021
A research team led by UMass Lowell is pioneering a new 3D imaging technique to better detect breast cancer and other diseases, including COVID-19.
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Event to Showcase the Future of Sensor Technology

Event to Showcase the Future of Sensor Technology | Press Release

2/16/2021
Researchers and entrepreneurs developing sensor technologies for use in a variety of applications will share their expertise and experiences during a free event presented by UMass Lowell on Wednesday, March 3 at noon.

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Tips to Work From Home Productively

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Asst. Prof. Elana Feldman shares productivity tips for those who find themselves working at home during COVID-19 pandemic.

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New Option in Exercise Science Prepares Students for Fitness Management Jobs

New Option in Exercise Science Prepares Students for Fitness Management Jobs | Featured Story

2/26/2021
A new option within the exercise science major prepares students for careers on the business side of fitness. The exercise and fitness management option is particularly appealing to athletes who want to stay involved with sports.
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Remote Possibilities: River Hawks Find Ways to Connect and Keep in Touch

Remote Possibilities: River Hawks Find Ways to Connect and Keep in Touch | Featured Story

2/26/2021
River Hawks are finding ways to make friends, connect with classmates and join extracurricular activities while learning remotely during the pandemic.
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Public Health Researcher Makes Home Care Safer for Patients and Aides

Public Health Researcher Makes Home Care Safer for Patients and Aides | Featured Story

2/25/2021
The need for home health care services has never been greater, or more challenging, than during COVID-19. Under a major federal grant, Public Health Prof. Emerita Margaret Quinn, lead researcher for the Safe Home Care Project, is using her expertise to address the hazards that home care aides face.

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