News and updates for faculty and staff

People working on TRACERS satellites

TRACERS: The milestone moments (so far)

With the TRACERS launch imminent, take a trip through the timeline of the University of Iowa's largest externally funded research project, which will examine the powerful interactions between the magnetic fields of the sun and Earth. 

James Byrne, UI assistant professor of radiation oncology

UI research funding fuels discoveries that improve lives of Iowans

In FY2025, the University of Iowa secured more than $700 million in external funding, which includes $533 million for research to fuel breakthroughs in cancer care, brain health, community resilience, and more. From rural oral health to personalized cancer treatment, UI discoveries are improving lives across the state—and beyond.

RAGBRAI riders taking a selfie with Herky

Hawkeyes make a difference along the RAGBRAI route

From Orange City to Guttenberg and everywhere in between, the University of Iowa and its alumni provide expertise in crucial areas such as health care, education, and business. Read more about the UI’s impact on the communities along the 2025 route. The ride begins Sunday in Orange City.

Phone sitting on phone mount

What you need to know about Iowa’s new hands-free driving law

The UI’s Injury Prevention Research Center is helping you understand the state’s new hands-free driving law, which went into effect on July 1. The law aims to help keep the roadways safer for drivers, passengers, and pedestrians. Read more about the new law, including tips for using your phone hands-free.

Staff council members at retreat

Staff Council recap: Goal-setting retreat

At the July Staff Council meeting, councilors met with their assignment committees to establish goals for the upcoming year. Read more about the meeting.

In the know: More news, information, and resources

  • Understand your health — and enter to win $250: The Personal Health Assessment gives you a better understanding of your health and connects you with resources to support your well-being. Complete your assessment to be entered in a monthly $250 drawing.
  • Compete with your department by donating to Food Pantry at Iowa: Food Pantry at Iowa provides free food and basic necessities to all members of the UI community. If you’re interested in helping, get your department or unit together to participate in the Summer Food Drive Competition now through Aug. 10.
  • Donate your unneeded items at drive-thru event July 20: The city of Iowa City and several nonprofit partners are hosting a donation drive-thru between noon and 4 p.m. Sunday, July 20, in the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp. Look online to see what items will be accepted for donation.

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