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Paths for reducing harmful air pollution in South Asia identified

A new analysis of fine particulate matter exposure led by researchers in Randall Martin’s lab in the McKelvey School of Engineering illuminates ways to improve health in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka and Myanmar.

Medicine & Health

Anti-inflammatory drugs did not speed COVID-19 recovery but prevented deaths

Two drugs commonly used to treat inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis did not shorten recovery time for patients hospitalized with severe COVID-19 but did reduce the likelihood of death when compared with standard care alone, according to a study led by the School of Medicine.

Engineering

Air monitor can detect COVID-19 virus variants in about 5 minutes

Proof-of-concept device could also monitor for flu, RSV, other respiratory viruses.

Climate & Environment

Study looks at summer solstice effect

For the first time, a study by researchers including biologist Susanne Renner in Arts & Sciences helps solve the mystery of the timing of falling leaves in autumn by revealing the pivotal role of the summer solstice.

Art & Design

Counterpublic 2023

More than two-dozen artists, collectives and community organizers — many with WashU connections — are featured in Counterpublic 2023, the acclaimed public art triennial now on view at sites around St. Louis.

Workplace

How will SCOTUS affirmative action decision impact employment?

The Supreme Court’s decision to strike down affirmative action in college admissions is likely to encourage more lawsuits against other race-conscious policies, including in employment, says an employment law expert at Washington University in St. Louis.

Advancement

Njoku installed as Wise Chair in Pediatric Anesthesiology

Dolores B. Njoku, MD, the director of pediatric anesthesiology at the School of Medicine and anesthesiologist-in-chief at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, has been installed as the new Rudolph L. and Mary Frances Wise Endowed Chair in Pediatric Anesthesiology.

History & Education

Olin Library exhibits second original Declaration of Independence

A second broadside of the Declaration of Independence is now on view at Olin Library.

Psychology

Fighting loneliness by finding purpose

A sense of purpose in life — whether it’s a high-minded quest to make a difference or a simple hobby with personal meaning — can offer potent protection against loneliness, according to research from Patrick Hill in Arts & Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis.

Appointments & Promotions

School of Law dean search committee appointed

Chancellor Andrew D. Martin and Provost Beverly Wendland have appointed a 10-member committee to identify candidates for the position of dean of the School of Law at Washington University in St. Louis.