World can now breathe easier
Researchers working with Randall Martin at the McKelvey School of Engineering quantified changes in global air pollution from fine particulate matter. They found that global PM2.5 exposure decreased steadily from 2011 to 2019, largely driven by rigorous air quality management in China and slower growth in other regions.
$11.6 million grant supports innovative research in endometrial cancer
Led by principal investigator David Mutch, MD, researchers at the School of Medicine have received a prestigious Specialized Programs of Research Excellence (SPORE) grant in endometrial cancer from the National Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Ready to help — one cuddle at a time
Everyone wants to meet Bear and Brookie, the new comfort dogs of WUPD.
Sam Fox School Public Lecture Series begins Sept. 22
Artist Adam Pendleton, designer Kelli Anderson, Whitney curator Adrienne Edwards and architects Marion Weiss and Michael Manfredi are among an international array of creative professionals who will discuss their work for the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts’ fall Public Lecture Series.
A cautionary tale: How Italy’s ChatGPT ban hurt businesses, economy
Initial data from Italy’s monthlong ChatGPT ban in early 2023 demonstrates the technology’s transformative impact on business and the economy, according to Olin Business School’s Jeremy Bertomeu.
Blowing snow contributes to Arctic warming
Atmospheric scientists led by Jian Wang, at the McKelvey School of Engineering, analyzed data from an Arctic expedition and found that blowing snow is a source of sea salt aerosols, impacting Arctic climate models.
Welcome home, Class of 2027!
The Class of 2027 celebrated Convocation Aug. 26 in Brookings Quadrangle, heard from WashU leaders and then enjoyed Party at the Park, to kick off the academic year.
Mennerick named director of Division of Biology & Biomedical Sciences
Neuroscientist Steven Mennerick, the John P. Feighner Professor of Neuropsychopharmacology at the School of Medicine, has been named director and associate dean of the Roy and Diana Vagelos Division of Biology & Biomedical Sciences.
The man behind the (tiny) mic
Social media intern Matteo Arshad has produced dozens of Instagram Reels and TikToks that riff on pop culture and capture WashU’s unique vibe.
Students invited to join ‘The Longest Table’
The Gephardt Institute for Civic and Community Engagement invites all Washington University in St. Louis students to come together for free food and good conversation at “The Longest Table,” from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 6.
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