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Fall 2024
All research begins with questions.
How? Why? What if?
In seeking answers to our curiosity, we can make lives better for others. That happens at the University of Tennessee when researchers and students ask the complex questions and then work across campuses and institutes to find solutions. They wonder if they can create a disappearing scaffolding to help bones grow or how to make pets’ lives better through physical therapy. They wonder how they can aid the environment or help disseminate philosophical thought or tackle a surgery to improve a patient’s recovery.
Seeking answers is woven into UT’s DNA—from its fifth president’s research into mollusks to a 99-yearold professor who still teaches classes and lessons learned from his decades of research.
How has the University of Tennessee helped you to find answers to questions in your life? Let me know at ourtennessee@tennessee.edu.
—Jennifer Sicking, Executive Editor
See Spot Run
UTC's David Levine is researching and revolutionizing animal rehabilitation, giving pets a second chance at healthy, active lives after injuries.
Jaw in a Day
A team of UT Health Science Center surgeons successfully performed a milestone facial reconstruction following the removal of a tumor.
Crayfish and Katydids
Shanna Hanes and some of her students at UT Southern have embarked on a mission to clean up Giles County…
Grassroots
UT Institute of Agriculture researchers are working with government, industry and private landowners to restore Eastern grasslands.
From Bench to Bed
Researchers from multiple disciplines across UT Knoxville and the UT Institute of Agriculture help pioneer a new era of precision…
Celebrating 90 years of Innovation
This year the UT Research Foundation celebrates 90 years of pioneering innovation and transforming ideas into impactful products.
Putting out Fires
UT and MTAS research helped reduce Tennessee fire deaths by 26% between 2003 and 2022, improving home safety across the…
Fueling An Obsession
Blowing a hole in the roof of his childhood home fueled a passion that 99-year-old George Schweitzer continues to share…
Free to Think
Jim Fieser launched the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy in 1995, now boasting over 900 peer-reviewed articles and 7 million global…
The President’s Mussel
UT President Estabrook’s discovery of a new mussel species in the 1800s highlights the university's legacy of research and scientific…
Justice for All
UT students and EBCI leaders explore culturally specific approaches to domestic violence, seeking justice and health solutions for the Cherokee…
Enabling Growth With Record Gifts
UT received a record $400M+ in FY 2024, supporting students with new scholarships, research initiatives, and enhanced athletics facilities.
A Future Driven by Research and Innovation
UT's research advances health, energy, and technology, addressing critical issues and positioning Tennessee as a global leader in innovation and…
Founder of the UTK Body Farm
UT Knoxville Professor Emeritus William Bass made history in 1981 by founding the world’s first decomposition research lab, revolutionizing forensic…
Why Research Matters
Research is a human endeavor that tries to answer questions, solve problems and advance our knowledge of ourselves and our…
UTORII Hires Researchers to lead Research Initiatives
UT-Oak Ridge Innovation Institute is ahead of schedule to hire 100 innovators, advancing joint research and innovation at UT and…
FIFA Delegation Visits UT for World Cup 2026 Turf Research
FIFA delegates toured UT’s turf research facility, working with UTIA and Michigan State to create natural grass pitches for the…
UTC senior wins Gold at Olympics
UTC’s Olivia Reeves wins gold in weightlifting at the Paris Olympics, breaking an Olympic record and making history for the…
UT Southern Unveils New Branding
UT Southern launched their refreshed Firehawks branding with new signage and artwork, fostering a stronger sense of community and school…
Lee, Mumpower visit UTM
Gov. Bill Lee and Comptroller Mumpower toured UT Martin, meeting with university leaders, deans, and students during their campus visit.
Dental Clinic in Kingsport Celebrates Opening with Floss-Cutting Ceremony
Community leaders, partners and supporters celebrate the opening of the Kingsport Dental Clinic, expanding dental care in Appalachian Highlands.
UT Veterinary Experts Perform Cataract Surgery on Famous Eagle Challenger
The UT College of Veterinary Medicine successfully performed cataract surgery on Challenger, the nation's most famous bald eagle ambassador.
Leadership Training Program Launched for Agriculture and Forestry Industries
TAFLP is an 18-month leadership program with industry trips, networking, and development for agriculture and forestry professionals.
