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Discovery may lead to new drugs for osteoporosis

Scientists at the School of Medicine have discovered what appears to be a potent stimulator of new bone growth. The finding could lead to new treatments for osteoporosis and other diseases that occur when the body doesn’t make enough bone.

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Ritters receive 2014 Harris service award

Recipients of this year’s Jane and Whitney Harris St. Louis Community Service Award are Peggy and Jerry Ritter. The award is given annually to a husband-and-wife team for exemplary dedication in advancing the educational, cultural and social service institutions in the metropolitan area.

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Community feedback sought on ‘For the Sake of All’ project

Last fall, researchers in St. Louis released five policy briefs in a groundbreaking study on the health and well-being of African Americans in the region. Now it’s time for the community to weigh in on “For the Sake of All.” A feedback forum will take place from 2-5 p.m. Monday, March 3, at the Forest Park Visitor Center.

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It butter be good!

Freshman Annie Brinza works during a butter-sculpting contest in Lopata Hall, as part of WUSTL’s annual En Week. Sponsored by the School of Engineering & Applied Science, the goal of En Week, held Feb. 16-21, is to increase the school’s visibility on campus, celebrate how engineers make a difference and increase public dialogue about the need for engineers.

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How and why our clothing choices matter

Andrew Flachs, a PhD student in cultural anthropology, shares, with words and images in National Geographic, his work with farmers in southern India.

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1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25

Genetic privacy forum

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6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25

Jon Huntsman lecture

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Join Alumni Association for spring training game

If you’re planning a trip to Florida for spring break, join the Alumni Association at a St. Louis Cardinals spring training game in Jupiter. The event is Sunday, March 16, when the Cards take on the Mets. (Open to faculty, staff and alumni.)

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