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By decoding the genomes of more than 1,000 people whose homelands stretch from Africa and Asia to Europe and the Americas, scientists have compiled a detailed catalog of human genetic variation to find the genetic roots of rare and common diseases in populations worldwide. ?
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The Shaw Institute for Field Training (SIFT) and Tyson Environmental Research Fellowships (TERF) are a collaboration between WUSTL’s Tyson Research Center and the Missouri Botanical Gardens’ Shaw Nature Reserve. SIFT and TERF give high school students authentic engagement in environmental research and prepare them for careers in biology and other sciences.
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Tillie’s Food Shop in north St. Louis moved a step closer to federal historic landmark status with its designation as a historic area from the state of Missouri. WUSTL students in a service-learning course taught by Sonia Lee, PhD, assistant professor of history in Arts & Sciences, helped prepare the application for historic status. The corner grocery was a hub of activity in the 1950s for African Americans and is an example of a pioneering black- and woman-owned business.
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The Brown School’s “Evaluation for Social Impact: A St. Louis Summit” Oct. 16 and 17 was an innovative conference designed to elevate understanding of evaluation techniques for agencies and nonprofits throughout the St. Louis region. It featured top national experts giving keynotes, spark talks and breakout sessions.
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5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1
“Out of Eden.” Journalist Paul Salopek will talk about his upcoming seven-year foot journey from Ethiopia to Patagonia, sponsored by the National Geographic Society. Event details. McDonnell Hall, Room 162. (314) 935-5958
or aloomis@artsci.wustl.edu.
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Larry J. Shapiro, MD, executive vice chancellor for medical affairs and dean of the School of Medicine, will host the annual Dean’s Update for all employees Nov. 7 and 9. He will discuss strategic plans, new programs, construction and other initiatives.
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Targeting blood clots with new techniques FULL STORY
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The men’s cross country team won its third-consecutive conference championship, while the women’s team finished fourth overall at the University Athletic Association (UAA) Cross Country Championships. The teams compete in the NCAA Midwest Regional Championships Saturday, Nov. 10.
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