University of Iowa sociologist Mary Noonan's research found that long-term breastfeeding entails an economic cost to women, in the form of decreased earnings.

University of Iowa student leaders, along with leaders at UNI and ISU, are taking their plea for funding throughout the state.

UI political scientist Tim Hagle assesses the impact of the "Obama factor," on politicians running for public office in 2012.

New software developed by UI student and faculty will aid in preparations for evacuation during future floods.

Gary Fethke of the Tippie College of Business asks why college tuition goes up. And the answer is because taxpayer support goes down.

Gary Fethke of the Tippie College of Business co-wrote an opinion piece about the challenges facing public education in the United States as state support dwindles.

UI religious studies professor Ahmed Souaiaia writes about Obama's attempts to communicate directly with the Iranian people.

Actress Tanna Frederick, a University of Iowa theater alumna, hopes to revitalize the Iowa film industry. The first project recently held auditions at the UI.

Bill Field, a professor of occupational and environmental health at the UI, writes about the danger of radon, and why he believes the EPA shouldn't be allowed to drop the ball by eliminating funding to help states promote radon awareness.

David Perlmutter, director of the UI School of Journalism and Mass Communication, writes that service is a good deed that gets punished for many junior faculty.