Obituary: Korsmeyer, renowned cancer cell researcher, 54
His groundbreaking research on the survival of cancer cells has helped scientists devise new ways to treat cancer.
University plan offers prompt, substantial response to SWA
A group of undergraduate students began a sit-in in areas of South Brookings Hall and Brookings Quadrangle April 4.
Women’s Society celebrates 40 years
Membership has swelled to more than 600; and although times have changed, the society’s goals remain the same.
Tree planting to mark 100th anniversary
The Woman’s Club will host a brief ceremony to celebrate the planting of two Valley Forge Elms in the Elizabeth Danforth Butterfly Garden.
Math student teams excel in national, state competitions
A WUSTL team took 1st place at the Missouri Collegiate Mathematics Competition; another team ranked No. 40 at the annual Putnam Competition.
Nanoparticles offer new hope for cancer detection, treatment
Because nanoparticles can be engineered to carry a variety of substances, they also may be able to deliver cancer-fighting drugs.
Model aims to reduce cardiac deaths in kidney patients
University scientists have identified an important link between kidney damage and cardiac problems, creating new treatment possibilities.
Raw-food dieters’ light bones may be healthy
But researchers have found that raw-food vegetarians have other biological markers indicating their bones may be healthy.
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Sports
Baseball team pushes winning streak to 11 The baseball team went 3-0 to extend its winning streak to 11 games last week. The Bears (27-4) swept a doubleheader April 5 at Maryville University. The Bears took Game 1, 11-2, led by junior Ryan Corning’s 2-for-2 day. The Bears led, 4-3, in Game 2 until junior […]
How people trick themselves into overspending
Amar Cheema’s paper addresses how individuals manipulate “mental accounts” to justify consumption and spending decisions.
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