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‘The Maine Question’ podcast explores how Maine can expand its healthcare industry
From hospital unit closures and job vacancies to an aging workforce, Maine is facing several challenges in sustaining its healthcare industry. Yet there are still opportunities for the state to bolster its healthcare workforce and services if industry and higher education work together. The University of Maine is working with…
Debate an even matchup says University of Maine Political Science Chair
The University of Maine’s Political Science Chair, Mark Brewer, thinks both candidates fared well in Tuesday’s US Senate debate, but the even match-up might be a win for the challenger.
Debate an even matchup says University of Maine Political Science Chair
The University of Maine’s Political Science Chair, Mark Brewer, thinks both candidates fared well in Tuesday’s US Senate debate, but the even match-up might be a win for the challenger.
UMaine study explores whether music can help older adults maintain brain health
University of Maine researchers are studying whether listening to music or learning to play an instrument could help older adults maintain cognitive function as they age. The three-year study, led by Rebecca MacAulay, an associate professor of psychology at UMaine, is funded by the National Institute on Aging and will…
A research station has begun drifting with Arctic sea ice. Here’s why scientists put it there.
By Lee Karp-BossProfessor, School of Marine Sciences, University of Maine A new research station has begun drifting with sea ice in the high Arctic, marking the start of an ambitious international effort to study one of the fastest-changing and least-understood regions on Earth. On Sept. 9, Tara Polar Station reached…
UMF announces retirement of Katherine Yardley, longtime dedicated faculty member, dean and co-provost of the UMF College of Education, Health and Rehabilitation
FARMINGTON —The University of Maine at Farmington has announced that Katherine Yardley, a longtime UMF College of Education, Health and Rehabilitation faculty member, dean and co-provost who has…
Building Science fellowships give UMaine students real-world experience engineering solutions for Maine companies
Under a microscope at TimberHP’s manufacturing plant in Madison, Maine, Brian Waterbury studied plant fibers used to make insulation for homes while learning how engineers solve problems. Waterbury, a University of Maine senior from Topsham, Maine, who is majoring in chemical engineering, works as a quality control and process engineer…
Mylpf protein serves as a molecular linchpin for muscle health
University of Maine researchers have published new findings about how muscles form, why certain muscle diseases develop and why symptoms may not appear until years after muscle degeneration begins.
UMaine researchers identify a molecular linchpin for muscle health
Jared Talbot University of Maine researchers have published new findings about how muscles form, why certain muscle diseases develop and why symptoms may not appear until years after muscle degeneration begins. The study, published in Nature Communications, focuses on a protein called Mylpf that is essential for the development of…
Political expert links Platner popularity to ‘Trumpification of American politics’
University of Maine’s Political Science chair Mark Brewer offered WABI three reasons for Platner’s sustained support to this point.
Student-staffed Portland clinic offers free law, business services
The clinic, a partnership between the University of Maine School of Law and the University of Maine Graduate School of Business, is based in downtown Portland.
Seven inductees highlight 2026 UMaine Sports Hall of Fame class
ORONO, Maine – The University of Maine Sports Hall of Fame has announced its class of 2026, featuring six individuals who span more than a century of Black Bear history and one legendary team.
High school students get hands-on look at health care careers through UMA Medical Bootcamp - University of Maine at Augusta
Oxford County high school students learn about UMA’s health care programs during the second annual Medical Bootcamp, a hands-on career exploration event offered in partnership with Community Concepts through a Workforce Opportunities for Rural Communities grant. High school students from Oxford County explored the future of health care through UMA’s…
UMA, UMPI launch online medical laboratory science bachelor's degree to expand Maine’s healthcare workforce
The University of Maine at Presque Isle and the University of Maine at Augusta are launching a bachelor of science in medical laboratory science degree
UMA, UMPI launch online medical laboratory science bachelor's degree to expand Maine’s healthcare workforce
The University of Maine at Presque Isle and the University of Maine at Augusta are launching a bachelor of science in medical laboratory science degree
Demand for business degrees surges at UMaine, filling incoming class early
Demand for business degrees at the University of Maine is surging, with the Maine Business School nearing capacity for its incoming class weeks before the May 1 enrollment deadline. The school will cap enrollment at 330 first-year students this fall, and nearly half of those spots were already filled before…
Sailing for Science: A 50-Day Mission to Study the Southern Ocean
Emmanuel Boss, Ph.D., University of Maine
Turning science into art: Undergraduate course encourages creativity, risk-taking
From anatomical portraits to water lilies, science has been brought to life through paintings, sketches and sculptures for centuries. Leonardo Da Vinci wasn’t only an artist, he was also a botanist and an engineer. And before cameras, scientists relied on their own sketches to communicate their observations. University of Maine…
Sport management practicum gives UMaine students executive-level experience
When Colby Winship enrolled in the Sport Management Practicum at the University of Maine, he knew he was entering a course designed to operate like the professional world. After all, practicum experiences at the Maine Business School are built to move beyond lectures and case studies. This semester, that meant…
University of Maine will receive $45M for health science complex
The federal funding, secured by U.S. Sen. Susan Collins, comes as UMaine recently commissioned a study that found adding a medical school was not currently feasible.
University of Maine will receive $45M for health science complex
The federal funding, secured by U.S. Sen. Susan Collins, comes as UMaine recently commissioned a study that found adding a medical school was not currently feasible.
UMaine to host annual National Girls & Women in Sports Celebration, Feb. 7
Orono, Maine -- You're invited to join the University of Maine in the annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day celebration when the women's basketball team hosts Bryant on Saturday, Feb. 7. This year's National Girls and Women in Sports Day celebration is presented by Bangor Savings Bank, Aroma Joe's, Law Office of Joe Bornstein, Hannaford and in partnership with Strong Girls United