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- 1CAR T cell therapy shows two years free of lupus flares●Two years later, CAR T cell therapy shows promise for life without lupus flares
Researchers at UMass Chan Medical School report that lupus patients treated with CAR T cell therapy have remained free of disease flares two years after receiving the one-time cell-based treatment. The therapy, originally developed for blood cancers, reprograms a patient's own immune cells, and the latest follow-up data suggest it may offer lasting remission in autoimmune disease.
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UMass football takes on Eastern Michigan on Saturday, October 3, with bettors and fans weighing the college football odds ahead of kickoff. Yahoo Sports has published a prediction and pick for the NCAAF game, adding to preview coverage as the Minutemen look to build momentum in their season against the Eagles.
- 3Remillard Family Fund awards 12 grants for community health▼Remillard Family Community Service Fund distributes 12 grants to address community health issues
The Remillard Family Community Service Fund has distributed 12 grants aimed at addressing community health issues, supporting projects connected to UMass Chan Medical School. The funding is intended to back local initiatives tackling health needs in the region, and the announcement is drawing attention for its focus on community-based approaches to health and wellbeing.
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The Tigers completed a sweep of tenth-ranked UMass, winning both games in commanding style. The result hands the program a notable statement victory over a highly ranked opponent and is drawing attention from fans following the matchup. Details on scores and standouts remain limited beyond the sweep itself.
- 5Charlton College of Business ranks in top third of US programs▼Charlton College of Business ranks among top third of U.S. undergraduate business programs
The Charlton College of Business at UMass Dartmouth has been ranked among the top third of undergraduate business programs in the United States. The university announced the placement, highlighting the strength of its business school relative to hundreds of programs nationwide. The ranking is being presented as a mark of quality for the college's undergraduate offerings and a point of pride for the UMass Dartmouth community.
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Biologists at the University of Massachusetts have identified what may be the loudest birds in the world, according to reporting by WBUR. The finding is drawing attention from bird enthusiasts and scientists curious about how these species produce such extreme volumes and what role the calls play in their behavior and mating.
- 7October arts calendar highlights FAM and UMass Lowell shows▼Eye on Art: October arrives with art at FAM and UMass Lowell
Lowell Sun's Eye on Art column reports that October brings a round of new art exhibitions and events to the Fitchburg Art Museum (FAM) and UMass Lowell. The roundup previews what local galleries and campus venues are offering art audiences in the region this month.
- 8UMass Amherst biologists may have found two of the world's loudest birds▼UMass Amherst biologists may have discovered two of the world's loudest birds not outside your window every. damn. morni
Biologists at the University of Massachusetts Amherst report the possible discovery of two of the loudest bird species in the world. The finding is drawing attention online, with people joking in relief that the exceptionally loud birds are not the ones waking them before sunrise each morning. Details of the research were released via EurekAlert, the science news distribution service.
- 9Springfield College Men's Tennis Sweeps UMass Boston 7-0●Men's Tennis Blanks UMass Boston in Home Opener, 7-0
Springfield College's men's tennis team opened its home schedule with a 7-0 sweep of UMass Boston, winning every match without dropping a contest. The shutout victory, reported by the college's athletics site, gives the Pride a strong start at home this season and highlights the depth of the squad across singles and doubles play.
- 10UMass Amherst biologists may have found two of world's loudest birds●UMass Amherst biologists may have discovered two of the world’s loudest birds
Biologists at the University of Massachusetts Amherst report that two bird species may rank among the loudest in the world, a finding announced in a science news release. The claim is drawing attention for what it suggests about the limits of animal sound production. Details on the species and measurements remain limited, but the finding adds to debates about how and why some birds produce such extreme calls.
- 11Suspect in UMass Dartmouth student's murder appears in Rhode Island court●Suspect charged with UMass Dartmouth student’s murder appears in RI court
A suspect charged with the murder of a University of Massachusetts Dartmouth student has appeared in a Rhode Island court. The hearing marks the first public court appearance in the case, which has drawn attention across southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Further details about the suspect, the victim, or the circumstances of the killing have not been provided in available reports.