Illinois in the News

Interesting Engineering (New York City, April 30) — Researchers from the U. of I. and Case Western Reserve University discovered that when diamond is combined with boron, it becomes a good conductor of electricity and exhibits plasmons, meaning it can manipulate light at the nanoscale.

The Scientist (Ontario, Canada, April 30) — Chemistry professor Zaida Luthey-Schulten and her group developed CraftCells, a world in the block-based video game “Minecraft” where the researchers translated 3D cell data into Minecraft objects for player exploration.

The New York Times (April 27) — The hoped-for, large-scale conversion of college athletes to influencers shows how name, image and likeness deals “have grown exponentially in ways that nobody could have imagined or predicted,” says Michael LeRoy, a professor of labor and employment relations.

Interesting Engineering (New York City, April 25) — Crop sciences professor D.K. Lee on new research highlighting switchgrass’ potential as a sustainable aviation fuel.

The Washington Post (April 24) — Faculty senates at the U. of I. are expected to consider resolutions regarding a joint defense pact in the face of threats to higher education institutions from the Trump administration.

Women’s Health (New York City, April 22) — Nutritional sciences professor Manabu T. Nakamura talks about the results of a study in which participants followed a diet that consisted of eating about 80 grams of protein a day and 20 grams of fiber.

Men’s Journal (New York City, April 22) — Health and kinesiology professor Nicholas Burd led a study on whether plant-based protein can build muscle as effectively as meat.

The New York Times (April 21) — Artist Francine Tint’s paintings have been exhibited in more than 30 solo shows in the U.S. and Europe and are housed in permanent collections including at the Krannert Art Museum.

Today (New York City, April 21) — Nutritional sciences professor Kelly Swanson says prebiotics help support overall health and may have a number of benefits when consumed at a sufficient dose.

Axios (Arlington, Va., April 17) — Labor and employment relations professor Michael LeRoy says that a Supreme Court ruling in Trump’s favor over efforts to restrict birthright citizenship would have far-reaching legal repercussions.

The Dispatch (Washington, D.C., April 16) — Research and learning innovation coordinator Joana Colussi on how tariffs will affect soybean farmers.

The Guardian (London, April 16) — Associate Chancellor for Strategic Communications and Marketing Robin Kaler comments on universities’ attempts to resist the Trump administration’s attacks on academic freedoms.