Five factors to ensure an infant thrives

In new research published in JAMA Pediatrics, WashU researchers make the case that “thrive factors” are a key element of healthy human development. They are environmental stimulation, nutrition, neighborhood safety, positive caregiving and regular sleep.

Medical students celebrate Match Day 2024

This year’s graduating medical students began their professional journeys with the launch of the Gateway Curriculum, the first program overhaul in more than two decades. On Match Day March 15, they learned where that training will take them next.

The future is brewed

The undergraduate engineering students in the university’s zymurgy class can learn about the practical application of synthetic biology through the traditional science of beer brewing.

WashU Expert on hype about shorter work week

Studies that are frequently touted as proof of concept for a shortened work week are riddled with statistical flaws, according to Olin Business School’s Liberty Vittert, who testified last week before a U.S. Senate committee studying the matter.

Notables

Edward F. Lawlor, the William E. Gordon Distinguished Professor and dean emeritus at the Brown School, has been named a fellow of the American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare.

Notables

Senior Emma Kelley, a member of the Bears women’s track and field team, turned in a historic time at the Division III Indoor Track and Field Championships March 9. The overall team finished second.

Announcements

Public university directory being phased out

The university’s online directory is being phased out, a move designed to protect community members’ privacy and security. It will be removed May 1.