Research and Innovation

UO’s research funding grows, sparked by 47% jump in new awards
Two UO juniors named 2015 Goldwater Scholars
The prestigious awards recognize top undergraduate students for their research in science, math and engineering.
UO economist: DUII laws have helped reduce reoffenses
Punishments under current thresholds in Washington are reducing repeat offenses, but violators at the aggravated level are involved in most fatalities.
Oregon study: Consequences of driving drunk are paying off
Lowering the legal threshold and increasing punishments would make drivers think harder about taking the wheel after drinking, says UO economist. 
RAINMaker Awards could turn summer break into a startup
The $5,000 seed grants are funded by Rumblefish founder and UO grad Paul Anthony Troiano.
UO’s Richmond is among 1859 magazine’s ‘Eminent Women’
Bend-based publication features the UO's presidential chair in a roundup of women whose efforts have had positive influences on Oregon.

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