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Aseem Prakash, director of the Center for Environmental Politics at the University of Washington, explains how tech and fossil fuel industries can influence one another. 

Assistant Professor of Astronomy Matthew McQuinn has teamed up with an international team of astronomers to discover more about the clouds of gas surrounding galaxies.  

University of Washington Professor of Classics Sarah Stroub talks about her class, "STEM in the Ancient World." 

The University of Washington’s Abigail Swann is honored by Science News on its list of 10 promising early- and mid-career scientists.

Check out how a team from UW including Biology faculty Adam Summers is working to create a more effective suction cup. 

Janet Kavandi (PhD, Chemistry, 1990), who recently retired from a senior NASA post, went to space three times and added fairness to the astronaut selection process.

Linguistics professor Emily Bender explores the challenges involved when computers handle human language, and the ethical issues that can arise.

Comparative religion professor James Wellman explores the critical role of religion in politics. 

Biology doctoral student Lyda Harris studies the environmental dangers of microplastics and advocates for reducing our use of plastics.

Dean Robert Stacey welcomes students to the new academic year and shares opportunities to explore in the College.