Science explores random acts of kindness

Fairness and cooperation among strangers depends on more than evolution, according to a new study published in the current issue of Science magazine. “Historical factors such as religion, commerce and punishment play a role,” says Carolyn Lesorogol, Ph.D., study co-author and associate professor at the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis. 

Notables

Of note Erika C. Crouch, MD, PhD, professor of pathology and immunology, has received a two-year, $706,337 subaward from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases for research titled “Collectins and Innate Defense Against Inhaled Pathogens.” This subaward is supported by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. … Debra Pulley, MD, associate professor of […]

‘Happily Ever After’

School of Medicine students will perform “Once Upon a Mattress” April 15-17 at the Whelpley Auditorium at the St. Louis College of Pharmacy.

Weeklong celebration of women and minorities

It is being called “A Celebration of Women and Diversity at Washington University,” but it is much more than a celebration. Beginning Monday, April 5 through Saturday, April 10, a unique set of events — mostly free and open to the public — will be offered that demonstrate the talent and vitality that women and minorities bring to the university, the region, the nation and the world.

Campaigning for Prop A

Students and staff members are passing out information and buttons to raise awareness about Proposition A, a one-half cent sales tax increase to support the operation and expansion of the Metro public transit system. The group will be out on campus next week campaigning until the election on Tuesday, April 6.

Drug courts need intervention, says legal expert

Mae Quinn, JD, professor of law at Washington University in St. Louis says drug courts may not be as effective as claimed. “In their zeal to solve problems plaguing our communities, today’s court reformers often overlook important concerns of individual defendants — including their rights to due process of law and zealous representation,” Quinn says.
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