$12 million grant funds studies of role of genes in autism, similar diagnoses
Researchers at WashU Medicine received a $12 million National Institutes of Health (NIH) grant to deepen understanding of autism and other neurodevelopmental and psychiatric disorders that are caused by a single gene mutation.
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New podcast explores religion, politics
A new podcast from WashU’s John C. Danforth Center on Religion and Politics covers topics ranging from evangelical Christians and Donald Trump to social media and lost connections, and even “The Karate Kid.”
Inspiring People: Jenisha McDonald
Jenisha McDonald, who works with WashU’s College Prep Program, discusses her passion for empowering students and her professional journey in Human Resources’ staff spotlight.
‘Why we trade small freedoms for big safety’
WashU School of Public Health Dean Sandro Galea, MD, DrPH, takes part in an episode of the “Wondros” podcast to discuss what can truly make America healthy, looking at areas such as nutrition, living conditions and work-life balance.
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Beyond visual data
Can we ever see too much data? Yes, actually. In some situations, visual overload can paralyze decision-making. But over the last year, the interdisciplinary SAIL lab, with help from WashU Rowing, has explored nonvisual means for transmitting real-time performance feedback.
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The United States of no states?
What would America look like if there were no state governments? Stephen H. Legomsky, the John S. Lehmann University Professor Emeritus at WashU Law, tackles that question in his new book, “Reimagining the American Union: The Case for Abolishing State Government,” published by Cambridge University Press.