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Breakthroughs Can't Wait
At the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), groundbreaking discoveries happen every day — transforming medicine, improving health, and shaping the future. From changing legal policy to pioneering treatments to cutting-edge scientific breakthroughs, UMB researchers are tackling real-world challenges and making a lasting impact on lives everywhere.
Dive into inspiring stories of innovation from across UMB’s seven schools. See how scientists, doctors, and experts are addressing today’s most pressing issues — fueled by the critical support of government funding that drives progress forward.
Improving the Human Condition

Praciticing Kindness
UMSOD’s Glenn Canares shares compassion with students and colleagues, including Rachel Chang, DDS '23.

Law, History, and Empires
As the 2025 Wilson H. Elkins Professor, Maryland Carey Law associate professor Rabiat Akande will receive an award of $80,000 over two years to support a research project titled “Law and the Histories of Empire.”

Unseen Potential
School of Pharmacy alumna Alena Abraham, PharmD ’24, launched a podcast that advocates for the blind and visually impaired.
Digital Publications

The Elm
The Elm is a central hub that enables the UMB community to discover and submit calendar events, read stories and announcements about UMB, celebrate accolades, and more.
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The Elm Weekly
The Elm Weekly is a Universitywide email that shares news, events, and announcements from across UMB every week.
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UMB Mobile
Put UMB in the palm of your hand with our mobile app, which offers visitors and our community the UMB experience on the go!
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Catalyst Magazine
CATALYST magazine is dedicated to presenting engaging and inspirational stories that underscore UMB’s 215-plus-year commitment to catalyzing global advances in health, education, research, social justice, and community service.
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Donaldson Brown Riverfront Event Center
Easy to reach, hard to leave behind. For individuals who value flawless events, the Donaldson Brown Riverfront Event Center provides a unique setting with picturesque riverfront views, abundant lawns, stately architecture, historic detail, and friendly staff.