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The world’s deadliest disease
Medicine & Health

The world’s deadliest disease

WashU scientists are collaborating to unlock secrets of a millennia-old scourge. Efforts may lead to an increased understanding of and improved treatments for tuberculosis, which is once again on the rise.
August 8, 2025
Published In Washington Magazine
Career Catalysts: WashU stipends fund internships, fuel professional growth
Students

Career Catalysts: WashU stipends fund internships, fuel professional growth

Career Catalysts is a new series by WashU interns, about WashU interns. In this installment, see how Fiona Sun, a McKelvey School of Engineering student, is working with Equine Smartbit to develop a sort of smartwatch for horses at Fairmount Park.
July 31, 2025
Published In Newsroom Stories
Leaf-inspired design brings bioplastics to the big leagues
Sustainability

Leaf-inspired design brings bioplastics to the big leagues

Using inspiration from the leaf, engineering researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have optimized bioplastics to be stronger and more biodegradable.
July 28, 2025
Published In Newsroom Stories
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