Emerging cancer drugs may drive bone tumors
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Tales from the field: maintaining seismic stations at the South Pole
This winter (the Southern Hemisphere summer), postdoctoral research associate Aubreya Adams, PhD, spent a few months at the South Pole Station maintaining seismic equipment. This photoessay, based on her Facebook page, provides a glimpse of what it is like at the South Pole and what seismologists get up to when they go into the field to maintain seismic stations.
Some autism behaviors linked to altered gene
Scientists have identified a genetic mutation that may underlie common behaviors seen in some people with autism, such as difficulty communicating and resistance to change. The mutation disrupts levels of serotonin, a chemical messenger produced by a limited number of neurons (red) in the brain.
Mars? Venus? We’re all in the same solar system
A new study published earlier this month found that men and women don’t fit neatly into gender stereotypes, that perhaps men aren’t from Mars nor are women from Venus. But why do we want them to be? Lead author Bobbi Carothers, PhD, senior data analyst at Center for Public Health System Science at Washington University in St. Louis, has some theories as to why.
Tutors sought for Each One Teach One program
With more St. Louis public school pupils than ever requesting tutors, WUSTL’s Each One Teach One program is expanding to serve more of them. The Community Service Office is looking for 50 enthusiastic tutors to build relationships, strengthen literacy skills, and foster a love of learning.
WUSTL linguist partners with Chinese colleagues to find best ways to teach English in China
Cindy Brantmeier (left), associate professor of applied linguistics and Spanish in Arts & Sciences, has been collaborating with scholars from China to study the best methodologies and techniques for native Chinese speakers to learn English.
Collins starts as university’s senior creative director
Tracy Collins, who earned a bachelor’s degree in English literature from WUSTL, returns to his alma mater after 20 years at the Creative Producers Group, a St. Louis-based agency. As WUSTL’s first senior creative director, Collins will help communicate the university’s brand through words and imagery.
Obituary: Udo Kultermann, Ruth and Norman Moore Professor Emeritus of Architecture, 85
Renowned author and art historian Udo Kultermann, who taught architecture at WUSTL for nearly 30 years, died Feb. 9, 2013, in New York City, following a long illness. He was 85.
Danforth Campus hosts bone marrow registry Feb. 13
Faculty, staff and students are invited to enroll in “Be the Match,” a national bone marrow registry, at various times and locations on Wednesday, Feb. 13. Registration takes only 20 minutes and a cheek swab, and no appointment is necessary.
Brantmeier receives Emerson Excellence in Teaching Award
Cindy Brantmeier, PhD, associate professor of Spanish and applied linguistics in Arts & Sciences, was recently honored as Washington University’s recipient of the 2012 Emerson Excellence in Teaching Award. The annual award from Emerson recognizes top educators from the St. Louis region for their passion for teaching, their impact on student learning and their knowledge and creativity.