Brian Wolf, M.D., M.S., an associate professor in the University of Iowa Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation who cares for patients at UI Hospitals and Clinics, is the recipient of the 2013 American-British and Canadian Traveling Fellowship, considered one of the greatest honors in the field of orthopedic surgery.

UI physics and astronomy professor Greg Howes' work investigating solar wind turbulence has been funded by the National Science Foundation and commended by President Obama. The most rewarding part of his job? Participating in a community outreach project that aims to attract more people to science.

A UI graduate student has been honored for publishing research findings that may one day benefit individuals with hydrocephalus, or swelling of the brain.

Seven University of Iowa minority students completed their doctorates in math in 2012, a record number for a department already recognized as a national leader in its efforts to promote diversity within its Ph.D. program.

Tom McGlauchlin was a pioneer in studio glass art at the University of Iowa, which created only the second program of its kind in the country.

Staff Council’s service recognition program acknowledges all professional & scientific and merit staff who have reached 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, or 50 years of continuous service. Longevity Award winners receive a certificate and letter of appreciation from the Office of the President. Award winners from March 2012 are listed below. 25 Years Deborah Chekal, strategic relations Angie Cookman, psychiatry...

Staff Council’s service recognition program acknowledges all professional & scientific and merit staff who have reached 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, or 50 years of continuous service. Longevity Award winners receive a certificate and letter of appreciation from the Office of the President. Award winners from February 2012 are listed below. 25 Years Alison Houston-Hayslett, pathology Birgit Huff, State...

Aliasger Salem, an associate professor in the Division of Pharmaceutics and Translational Therapeutics, recently was named the 2011-2012 University of Iowa College of Pharmacy Teacher of the Year in recognition of his demonstrated commitment to excellence.

The University of Iowa helps make the Iowa City area one of America's brainiest cities.

Transition, the new recording by jazz studies alumnus Cassius Goens gets a thumbs-up review, and UI saxophonist Nathan Bogert and trumpeter Steven Wheeler also receive praise.