The Record

Predicting pain with machine learning

A multidisciplinary team of researchers at WashU is using machine learning to better predict who will experience persistent pain after surgery.

AI-based brain-mapping software receives FDA market authorization

The FDA has given market authorization to a WashU startup’s technology that quickly and accurately maps the sensitive areas in patients’ brains to help neurosurgeons plan safe and effective surgeries.

Where the WashU community goes to see art in St. Louis

St. Louis is known nationally for its excellent (and free) art. Here, WashU staff, faculty, students and alumni share their favorite places to view visual art around St. Louis during the summer.

Notables

Perla Giles (left) and David Lee, rising seniors in Arts & Sciences, have been chosen to participate in the Beckman Scholars Program, which provides in-depth research experiences for exceptionally talented undergraduate students.

Research Wire

A new study reveals that students learn best through prediction activities. This idea is at the center of research published by biologist Elise Walck-Shannon and her co-instructors for an introductory genetics course in Arts & Sciences.

Announcements

New staff leadership programming available

New leadership programming is now available for WashU staff members to foster continuous learning, with both online and in-person options.

James Poag, former chair of German, 90

James Poag, a professor emeritus and former chair of Germanic languages and literatures in Arts & Sciences, died May 25. He was 90.