The Record

Marking territory stifles workplace creativity

Companies often pride themselves on creating a collaborative culture that encourages the free flow of ideas. But a study co-authored by Olin Business School’s Markus Baer shows territorial marking in the office can quickly squash workplace creativity.

Surgeons test technology with potential to expand transplant pool

As part of a clinical trial, lung transplant surgeons at the School of Medicine are evaluating whether a sophisticated device can recondition subpar donor lungs to make the organs suitable for transplant.

WashU Expert: ‘Religious freedom’ bill unconstitutional

Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant this week signed a bill that says state government cannot punish public employees, social-service providers and businesses that refuse to serve people because of religious opposition. That law is unconstitutional, said Elizabeth Sepper, of the School of Law.