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Dr. Bina Joe, a Distinguished University Professor and chair of the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology who has devoted much of her career to understanding the connection between gut bacteria and blood pressure regulation, recently published new research showing that it’s possible to treat hypertension using engineered bacteria.
September 19, 2024

UToledo Receives More Than $3.8 Million for Novel Hypertension Research

The project led by Dr. Bina Joe, a Distinguished University Professor and chair of the UToledo Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, will examine how bacteria-driven changes to bile acids in the gut affect blood pressure.

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September 19, 2024

Dr. Kennedy Doro, an associate professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences, is the recipient of the American Geophysical Union’s 2024 Near-Surface Geophysics Early Career Achievement Award.


September 19, 2024

Elaine Rogge, who underwent treatment for an aggressive form of breast cancer, is serving as the captain of the Rocket to a Cure team at the 2024 Komen Northwest Ohio Race for the Cure on Sept. 29.



September 19, 2024

Free Flu Vaccines for Employees, Students Available Beginning Oct. 1

UToledo requires the influenza vaccine for all healthcare workers, on-campus students and employees who are not represented by a bargaining unit.


September 18, 2024

Celebration of Hispanic Culture

Damian Cosby, a sophomore studying biology, and Taryn Jefferson, a junior studying criminal justice, learn beginner-level Latin dances Monday with other students during Bailando con APsi at Centennial Mall. The event helped kick off UToledo’s celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.


September 18, 2024

Homecoming Gala to Celebrate Rocket Alumni on Oct. 4

Tickets for the gala are $35 per person and must be purchased by Sept. 27 through the UToledo Alumni Association website or by calling the Office of Alumni Engagement at 419.530.2586.


September 17, 2024

The Power To Do Innovative Algal Toxin Research

Harmful algal blooms have become increasingly widespread in freshwater lakes, rivers and streams across the United States, threatening the health of shoreside communities. UToledo has taken a leadership role in responding with innovative research aimed at mitigating the impact of these blooms and understanding the risks they pose to human health. 


September 17, 2024

Toledo Chosen as Cheez-It National Team of the Week Following 41-17 Win at Mississippi State

The victory over the Bulldogs was Toledo's first win against a "Power Four" opponent in nine years and just its second ever vs. an SEC opponent.


September 17, 2024

UToledo Physicists Collaborate With International Researchers to Improve Stability of Perovskite Solar Cells

Dr. Yanfa Yan, a Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, and Dr. Zhaoning Song, an assistant professor, are among the contributors.


September 17, 2024

New Dining Program to Feature History and Heritage Month-Inspired Cuisine

The campus community is invited to the first Cultural Cuisine event from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Ottawa East.


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