UT Researchers in Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science Receive NSF Early Career Awards
The winners will advance research in pharmaceutical drug design, phishing detectors and quantum technology.
UT Investments Enhance Student Experience, Support Research and Workforce Needs
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is building for the future – investing in its campus to enhance the student experience and support high-impact research, academic excellence, the workforce needs of the state and world-class athletics.
The Conversation: Supreme Court Opens with Cases on Voting Rights, Tariffs, Gender Identity and Campaign Finance To Test the Limits of a Constitutional Revolution
The most influential cases before the U.S. Supreme Court this term focus on three dominant themes.
The Conversation: Who Invented the Light Bulb?
Thomas Edison typically gets credit for inventing the light bulb, but the actual story is more complicated and interesting.
UT-ORII Executive Director Update
David Sholl has announced he will leave at the end of the year. His leadership has expanded the institute’s impact in areas critical to Tennessee and the nation.
The Conversation: Calling In the Animal Drug Detectives — Helping Veterinarians Help Beluga Whales, Goats and All Creatures Big and Small
Veterinary pharmacologists help veterinarians determine how much medicine is best for each animal.
The Conversation: Naming and Categorizing Objects Is Part of How Young Kids Develop Executive Function Skills
Researchers have gained new insight into how children develop the decision-making skills needed to set and pursue goals.
The Next Level: Plowman Shares Bold Vision for Innovation and Statewide Impact
Plowman said the university is uniquely positioned to seize opportunities and forge an ambitious new path forward.
Tennessee Business Leaders Feel Tariff Impact but Stay Optimistic About Economy
Most Tennessee business leaders think the state’s economy has a better outlook than the national economy over the next year.
UT Named 2025 APLU Innovation and Economic Prosperity Awards Finalist
The university was recognized for promoting innovation and regional development and addressing challenges facing the state.
U.S. News Recognizes UT Among Top Universities for Innovation, Value and Academics
The rankings highlight the university’s advancements in curriculum, technology, campus life and research. As the university’s reputation continues to surge, more students than ever are enrolling to benefit from its acclaimed academic programs and student success initiatives.
The Conversation: Parasitic Worms Bury Themselves in the Brains of Moose and Elk – a New Test Can Help Diagnose These Animals To Prevent Disease Spread
Commonly known as the brain worm, the parasite can migrate into the brain of unsuspecting hosts, where it may cause catastrophic disease and death.