UAB ranked No. 142 out of 435 measured schools in 2023, serving as a testament to the university’s continued growth and national exposure as a competitive and attractive university.

New study indicates that StreetBit has the potential to save millions of dollars annually and reduce pedestrian injuries by implementing such programs on a larger scale.

Researchers at UAB help people understand their motives behind overeating palatable food, which can cause weight gain and obesity.

A new Biomedical Research and Psychology Building — made possible by a $76 million federal appropriation — received stage 1 approval from the UA System Board of Trustees.

Downtown Birmingham has a pedestrian culture, and therefore, following safety tips such as using the sidewalks and limiting distractions is of utmost importance.

Car seats are documented to reduce injuries and deaths in children but are effective only if installed and used properly.

Student-led study shows that those with autism spectrum disorder present difficulties in time estimation abilities while driving.

Limiting neuroinflammation may represent a promising new approach to treat neurological diseases driven by neuroinflammation, such as stroke, spinal cord injury and neuropathic pain.

The list was made by a group that aspires to bolster and increase diversity across all scientific fields, promote retention through the “leaky academic pipeline,” and broaden academic and industrial awareness of diversity and inclusion.

Soft drink consumption is a likely predictor of aggressive behavior, according to a new study from UAB.

Gender identity and genetic sex are distinctly variable when it comes to pain tolerance, according to a study published in the Journal of Pain Research.

A team of UAB researchers found even a small influence from AAT dogs is meaningful and valuable to someone after a life-changing spinal cord injury.

Research shows that individuals who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder are not just war veterans, but anyone who has experienced some form of severe life trauma.

Diet matters when it comes to depression. Teens who have a high-sodium, low-potassium diet are at a higher risk of depression.

Research shows that young children are at a particular risk for pedestrian injuries in parking lots, and interventions should be made to decrease this risk.

Sensory processing difficulties, which affect one in six people, can make public spaces a nightmare and lead to traumatic meltdowns. A UAB expert teaches venues around the world how to help rather than hurt. Here’s her advice. 

The diet increased quality of life, and it decreased serum levels of the adipokine leptin and a marker of oxidative stress.

Attention, reasoning and memory could be improved with resistance exercise, according to a UAB study. 

Doctoral student Jonathan Adams offers tips to identify and address bullying based on psychology research.

Knowing the signs of becoming drowsy behind the wheel, many of which are similar to distracted and drunk driving, could potentially be lifesaving.