Cognitive neuroscientist’s research challenges theories of decision-making
New research suggests that a combination of sensory, sensorimotor and motor processes leads to what professor Tom James calls “action selection” based on a less linear, more simultaneous and ci... Read more about Cognitive neuroscientist’s research challenges theories of decision-making
Indiana University officially launches Capital Campus in Washington, DC
The new campus establishes a permanent presence in the nation’s capital to expand opportunities for students, advance academic research and policy engagement, and deepen IU’s connections with g... Read more about Indiana University officially launches Capital Campus in Washington, DC
Wearable tech startup aims to diagnose common breathing disorder in younger athletes
A researcher advancing wearable technology to improve the health and safety of young athletes was one of several IU faculty members to participate in the second cohort of the IU Health Incubator at... Read more about Wearable tech startup aims to diagnose common breathing disorder in younger athletes
Gift to School of Nursing will expand student access, address national nursing shortage
The Bedford Falls Foundation’s $1.8 million gift to the Indiana University School of Nursing’s Bloomington, Fort Wayne and Indianapolis campuses will reduce financial barriers and increase stab... Read more about Gift to School of Nursing will expand student access, address national nursing shortage
Environmental Resilience Institute partners with communities to support urban forests
Nine local governments will receive help planning and managing their urban forests. Restoring tree canopies lost to pests and development over the years can bolster community resilience to pollutio... Read more about Environmental Resilience Institute partners with communities to support urban forests
IU names executive vice president for university clinical affairs and dean of IU School of Medicine
Healthcare innovator and orthopedic surgeon-scientist Dr. Scott D. Boden will lead the IU School of Medicine, the nation’s largest medical school.
Eskenazi Museum of Art creates engaging field trips for K-12 students from across Indiana
For many Hoosier K-12 students, a visit to the Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Museum of Art at IU Bloomington is their first experience coming face-to-face with humanity’s shared history, from priceles... Read more about Eskenazi Museum of Art creates engaging field trips for K-12 students from across Indiana
Biochemistry lab at IU collects wild brewer’s yeast that flavors new America 250 beer
Associate professor of molecular and cellular biochemistry Matthew Bochman collaborated with Upland Brewing Company on a beer inspired by recipes from the founding fathers. The beer is fermented wi... Read more about Biochemistry lab at IU collects wild brewer’s yeast that flavors new America 250 beer
JagStart winner pursues entrepreneurial dreams with stylish workwear startup
Ja’Niya Smith is creating a startup focusing on stylish workwear for beauty professionals with support she has received from IU Innovates and the 2026 JagStart Competition, which named her first-... Read more about JagStart winner pursues entrepreneurial dreams with stylish workwear startup
Seismologist solves mystery of earthquake system deep beneath the Pacific
Jianhua Gong, an assistant professor of earth and atmospheric sciences at IU Bloomington, led a study that solves a 30-year mystery about why some underwater faults produce large earthquakes like c... Read more about Seismologist solves mystery of earthquake system deep beneath the Pacific
