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Foundation-funded professor co-authors study linking brain activity to communication in autism

New study by Kevin Pelphrey offers insight into the biology of autism

July 20, 2026

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Jefferson Scholar named to Poets & Quants Best and Brightest Class of 2022

March 26, 2022

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Law professor funded by the Foundation explores the threat of deepfakes in a recent UVA Today interview

March 22, 2022

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Professor funded by the Foundation shares with Forbes how strong leaders manage in times of crises and uncertainty

March 17, 2022

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Three Jefferson Fellows receive prestigious fellowships in support of their research

February 8, 2022

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Two professors funded by the Foundation make strides in the field of neuroscience

December 17, 2021

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Jefferson Scholars Foundation announces new graduate fellowship opportunity

December 9, 2021

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U.Va. professor and friend of the Foundation spotlighted for cutting-edge research in the field of retinal development and disease

December 6, 2021

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Christopher Benos, JS '18, wins Schwarzman Scholarship to study in China

December 6, 2021

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Scholar alumna directs NBC's live production of a classic musical

December 3, 2021

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Two Jefferson Scholars join forces to launch startup promoting climate science education

November 17, 2021

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Scholarships

Learn more about the selection process and nomination for the Jefferson Scholarship and the Walentas Scholarship from the Jefferson Scholars Foundation at the University of Virginia.
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Fellowships

The Foundation supports world-class graduate students through Jefferson Fellowships and National Fellowships.
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Faculty Support

Learn more about how the Foundation supports UVA faculty with the Distinguished Professorship Program and faculty awards.