 FACULTY/STAFF Dr. Shahidul Islam Recognized as a World’s Top 2% ScientistDr. Shahidul Islam, Professor and Director of the USDA Regulatory Science Center at UAPB, has been recognized among the World’s Top 2% Scientists. This prestigious international honor highlights his significant research impact, scholarly contributions, and dedication to advancing UAPB’s research visibility and global academic standing. |  COMMUNITY Dr. Karleah Harris Advances Food Security Initiatives in KenyaDr. Karleah Harris, Associate Professor of Human Sciences, recently represented UAPB in Kenya for the Community Gardens Initiative Project. Collaborating with researchers from the University of Embu and Chuka University, Dr. Harris presented strategies to address food deserts and led practical training in sustainable vegetable production to improve global nutrition and agricultural resilience. |
 FACULTY/STAFF Dr. Marian Evans Accepted into Quantum Leap Leadership ProgramDr. Marian Evans, Program Coordinator for the MISRGO at UAPB, has been accepted into the 6th Cohort of the prestigious Quantum Leap Leadership Development Program. This 10-week national program selects 8–12 leaders to build advocacy skills, expand professional networks, and strengthen community-focused tobacco and vaping prevention efforts. |  LEADERSHIP Rising Stars: Meet Jai StarlingWe are thrilled to welcome Jai Starling as the new Director of Research and Sponsored Programs at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Starling brings an extensive background in research administration, focusing on building the sustainable infrastructure needed to support UAPB’s mission-driven research community. |
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 COMMUNITY UAPB Extends AI and Data Analytics ServicesThe new Center for Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics (CAIDA) at UAPB is expanding its mission beyond the campus. Executive Director Dr. Trina Fletcher and Chancellor Anthony Graham are leading efforts to deploy AI training to external business leaders, farmers, and community members across the Delta. |  STUDENT AWARDS Anand Geddam Wins 1st Place at Research SymposiumAnand Geddam, a student in the Department of Computer Science at UAPB, recently secured 1st place in the oral presentation competition at the UAPB Research Symposium. Mentored by Dr. Vinay Raj, Geddam’s outstanding presentation earned him top honors at the university-wide event and a $500 cash prize sponsored by the AR-Alliance. |
 STUDENT AWARDS Hawulethu Ndlovu Wins 3rd Place at DART SymposiumHawulethu Ndlovu, a Computer Science student, recently won 3rd place in the undergraduate category for a data science-related project at the DART Student Symposium at the Clinton Center in Little Rock. Mentored by Dr. Vinay Raj, Ndlovu’s presentation stood out among competitors from various universities, earning a $250 prize. |  STUDENT AWARDS Praise Fabiyi Wins 2nd Place at Academy of SciencePraise Fabiyi, a student in the Department of Biology, secured 2nd place in the undergraduate poster competition at the 2026 Arkansas Academy of Science Conference. Mentored by Dr. Vinay Raj, Fabiyi’s presentation focused on a bioinformatics research project, standing out among state-wide competitors to win a certificate and a $50 cash prize. |
