Strategy reduces brain damage in Alzheimer’s in mice

Researchers at the School of Medicine have discovered that targeting astrocytes reduces tau-related brain damage and inflammation in mice, a finding that could lead to better therapies for Alzheimer’s and related disorders.

WashU Expert: Americans must prepare for cyber warfare

With the war in Ukraine only seeming to ramp up, and Vladimir Putin’s anger against those who defend the Ukrainian people apparent, Liberty Vittert, a data science expert at Olin Business School, said it’s only a matter of time until the U.S. faces a cyberattack.

Konecky launches program for diversity in geosciences

With the support of the David and Lucile Packard Foundation, climate scientist Bronwen Konecky in Arts & Sciences is piloting a new program to attract and support underrepresented students in the geosciences and prepare them for further studies and careers in the field.

Notables

The winner of Olin Business School’s Big IdeaBounce powered by Poets & Quants is settled: it’s PedalCell, a bike-connected power generator for portable devices. MiDoc from Olin Business School was a finalist.

Notables

Four physician-scientists at the School of Medicine have been elected members of the American Society for Clinical Investigation in recognition of original, creative and independent investigations in the clinical or allied sciences of medicine.

Announcements

New date for emergency communication test: April 1

Washington University will test its emergency communication system at 10 a.m. Friday, April 1. During the test, WashUAlerts will send emails, voice calls and text messages.