In plants, sense of time is connected with sense of danger
A well-known clock gene helps plants sense salt and respond to it, according to new research from biologist Xuehua Zhong in WashU Arts & Sciences. The findings could help scientists develop more resilient crops.
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Sowell’s work guided by WashU’s ability to make an impact
Shannon Sowell, who has spent more than 30 years working in higher education, says her work in University Advancement is motivated by the difference WashU can make in the St. Louis community. Learn more in Human Resources’ staff spotlight.
‘The problem with football helmets’
Arts & Sciences’ Noah Cohan takes part in a podcast episode discussing the safety of playing football. His book about the history of helmets will be released next year.
The Nobel Laureate Who Rescued Me
In my mid-20s, I was flailing. Then I memorized a baffling Anne Carson poem and learned to stop looking so hard, writes Mark Oppenheimer, professor of practice in the John C. Danforth Center on Religion and Politics.
Videos
A scientist’s ‘a-ha moment’
Alex Quillin, PhD ’25, talks about the day she looked through the microscope and realized what she and her fellow students discovered.
Bookshelf
‘Michelangelo & Titian’
In his new book, “Michelangelo & Titian: A Tale of Rivalry & Genius,” WashU’s William Wallace explores a mutual admiration, and simmering competition, that unfolded over decades.