Friday, April 21, 2023
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Top stories
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| A new study by researchers at the School of Medicine reveals that a connection between the body and mind is built into the structure of the brain. The work was published in the journal Nature. |
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| Four WashU faculty were elected members of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences, the academy announced this week. They are Jean Allman, Scott J. Hultgren, Tristram R. Kidder and Lilianna Solnica-Krezel. |
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| The Earth is facing two interconnected crises — climate change and loss of biodiversity. WashU researchers are studying these issues from many angles. On the eve of Earth Day, learn about their work along with steps people can take to lessen their environmental impact. |
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Research by sociologist Caitlyn Collins, in Arts & Sciences, was cited in the 2023 Economic Report of the President. Her research found that mothers bore the brunt of COVID-19 pandemic day care and school shutdowns and predicted long-term consequences. |
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The Gephardt Institute for Civic and Community Engagement has accepted 51 new students into its Civic Scholars and St. Louis Fellowship programs. |
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Tristan J. McIntosh, an assistant professor of medicine at the School of Medicine, has received a $1.4 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to study ethical collaborations between academia and industry in the development of brain technologies. |
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| Announcements Washington University has acquired three electric shuttles as part of its Danforth Campus fleet. The shuttles will be on display at the Earth Day Festival in Forest Park this weekend, April 22-23. |
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Perspectives
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Rebecca Dohrman, a senior lecturer in management communication at Olin Business School, writes an article about the skills that future leaders will need. Key among them are adaptability and a willingness to learn as technology, culture and priorities change.
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Who Knew WashU? Question: April is Active Transportation Month at WashU. Which of the following resources does the university offer to active commuters?
Answer: D) WashU offers bike registration, tuneups and an active commuter hub, among other resources. Learn more on the sustainability website.
Congrats to this week’s winner, Denise Herren, who works at Olin Business School and will receive an “I Knew WashU” luggage tag!
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In memoriam
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| Richard W. (Dick) Coles, who served as the inaugural director of Tyson Research Center and also as an adjunct professor for more than 25 years, died in December. He was 83. A celebration of life for Coles is planned for 1 p.m. April 29 at Tyson Research Center in Eureka, Mo. |
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