Martin urges Class of 2027 to honor freedom of expression

Fearlessly explore your ideas, and respect others who do the same. That was the message from Chancellor Andrew D. Martin to the 1,834 members of the Class of 2027 at Convocation last weekend.

New Center for the Environment begins work

The Center for the Environment has launched, another step forward in the “Here and Next” strategic plan. The center will further advance the environmental research that has long been done at WashU.

Aspirin can help prevent second heart attack

Fewer than half of people worldwide who have already had one heart attack or stroke take daily aspirin to prevent a second one, according to a new study led by researchers at the School of Medicine.

WashU Expert on ‘The Golden Bachelor,’ romance at any age

“The Golden Bachelor,” this fall on ABC, has the potential to help normalize the desire for love at any age, with a few caveats, said Nancy Morrow-Howell, a WashU expert on productive engagement of older adults.

Notables

Thomas M. Maddox, MD, a professor of medicine at the School of Medicine, has been named to the National Academy of Medicine’s Digital Health Action Collaborative.

Research Wire

Researchers working with Chuan Wang, at the McKelvey School of Engineering, have developed ink pens that allow individuals to handwrite flexible, stretchable optoelectronic devices on everyday materials. The study is published in Nature Photonics.

Announcements

Parking shares fall update

Parking & Transportation Services shares back-to-campus updates on parking passes, U-Pass registration and upcoming high-volume events.