Join UMaine Graduate School of Biomedical Science and Engineering students at the University of New England's Brain, Body, and Wellness Fair! The Center for Excellence in the Neurosciences at the University of New England created the annual Brain, Body, and Wellness Fair (formerly called the Brain Fair) to engage the local community in brain exploration. […]
Join the 30th Annual Rural Living Day and 1st Annual Mid Coast Agroforestry Conference! This day-long series of workshops is all about gardening, homesteading, food and skills for rural living. The event offers 20 workshops on topics ranging from building a hoop house to making pasta and growing raspberries. Pre-registration is required and closes on […]
Maine Impact Week showcases how Maine’s research university contributes to the social and economic advancement of Maine and beyond. Visit the Maine Impact Week website for a complete listing of events or to get involved. The campus-wide effort features events hosted by groups from UMaine’s community, culminating with the UMaine Student Symposium. The Student Symposium […]
The University of Maine’s 12th Annual Human Dimensions of Climate Change Film Series features four films focused on Water Keepers’ efforts to protect water and the climate. This year the film series will be part of a larger interactive program called “From Pollution to Protection: Water, History, & Indigenous Treaty Rights” which features an interactive […]
The Black Bears Gratitude Project provides an opportunity for faculty, staff and students to express appreciation to mentors, colleagues and others who make their time at UMaine better. A special reception is held to honor gratitude note authors and recipients during Maine Impact Week. Please email research@maine.edu with questions. The Black Bears Gratitude Project is part of Maine […]
This workshop covers the basics of patents—what they are, why they matter, and how to navigate the patent process. You'll discover how to determine if your invention is patentable, conduct a basic patent search, and understand the steps to filing a patent application. Whether you're an entrepreneur, inventor, or just interested in intellectual property, this […]
In this workshop, you’ll learn about the essentials of trademarks; what they are, why they matter, and how to register one. We’ll cover the trademark application process, how to conduct a basic trademark search, and common pitfalls to avoid. If you’re an entrepreneur, small business owner, or just curious about intellectual property, this session will […]
This is an interactive "happening" with live music, performance and real-time art-making by Master's of Fine Arts and Interdisciplinary Ph.D. students as well as a guest musician/composer. Participating students include: Cecilia Andrade Shahab Andarva Simon Debierre Elle Azul Duncombe-Mills Matthew Liderbach Ruixin Niu The event is free, and advance registration is not required. Creative Collision: […]
The Office of Research Development Professional Development Series provides a networking and educational experience for researchers (faculty, staff, and students) across UMS. Our aim is to raise awareness about external funders and funding opportunities, by showcasing awardees who have successfully navigated the process of securing external grants to support their scholarly pursuits. About the presenters […]
Learn what AI is and review a variety of research applications. All are welcome! This course will focus on helping novice users incorporate AI into their workflows. The event is free and advanced registration is required. Registration is available online. The Artificial Intelligence Seminar is hosted by the University of Maine System's Advanced Research Computing, […]
Herbaceous perennial plants are an important part of home gardens. They provide food for wildlife and pollinators and provide interesting flowers and forms that change throughout the year. As perennials and long-term plants in the garden, they can be susceptible to changes in climate, including fluctuations in temperature, rainfall, and snowfall. Stephanie will discuss things […]
This is a unique opportunity for our community members to come experience what it is like to be a student in a classroom that uses active learning. Gain firsthand knowledge of how these strategies can help change the traditional classroom setting and make learning more accessible and engaging for students. The strategies showcased will include: […]
On Thursday, April 10 at 5pm, the McGillicuddy Humanities Center will present a screening of Courts of Belonging a film by University of Maine alumnus Santiago Tijerina along with a conversation with the director at IMRC Center 104. Courts of Belonging highlights the futsal court located in Portland Maine's Kennedy Park and how its games build community for immigrant and refugee residents of the neighborhood. Futsal, […]
Celebrating four years of impact and collaboration led by the University of Maine's Portland Gateway. Join us for a Maine Impact Week event to celebrate nearly four years of partnerships at the UMaine Portland Gateway! Enjoy an evening of networking, refreshments, and reflections on our shared successes and future collaborations. We look forward to celebrating […]
The annual UMaine College of Education and Human Development Career Fair gives school officials from across Maine the opportunity to meet future educators from the state’s largest teacher preparation program. Students graduating this spring who will be eligible for Maine teaching certification in elementary education, secondary education, early childhood education, physical education, music education and […]
Abstract Plants take carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere and convert it into sugars through photosynthesis. Once carbon dioxide is in the form of sugar, it is then transported all throughout the plant through the “sugar highway” known as the phloem to aid in respiration and growth. Let’s take a moment to imagine if this […]
