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MIT researchers propose fighting Lyme on Nantucket with mice

NANTUCKET, Mass. (AP) — Scientists at MIT are proposing releasing hordes of genetically altered mice on the posh vacation destination of Nantucket to combat the growing scourge of Lyme disease. Researchers with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Media Lab's Mice Against Ticks project ...

Arts center renovations funded by longtime UMass Lowell philanthropist

Durgin Hall, the dedicated music and arts venue on UMass Lowell’s South Campus, is the focus of a $2 million gift aimed at renovating the nearly 50-year-old building. Longtime UMass Lowell supporter and arts advocate, Nancy L. Donahue, donated the funds, which were announced Thursday ...

UMass Lowell honors outstanding alumni

UMass Lowell has recognized 10 distinguished graduates for their service to the campus and community with the presentation of the 2022 University Alumni Awards. “Our alumni are central to UMass Lowell’s success in the relationships they help us build and sustain, the counsel they provide ...

Program a big hit at New Searles Elementary School

Reading matters and One Book One School at New Searles Elementary School is a very good thing because of the COVID-19 pandemic. During our remote learning time, it was quite challenging to find ways to incorporate school-wide literacy activities. As a literacy team, we looked to connect ...

UMass announces across the board tuition increases

BOSTON (AP) — The University of Massachusetts, under financial pressure because of high inflation and other expected cost increases, is raising tuition across the board this fall for the first time in three years. Trustees on Wednesday voted to increase in-state, undergraduate tuition by ...