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Major award will help young UW scientist capture the power of light
Brandi Cossairt, UW professor of chemistry, will receive five-year funding through Packard Fellowship for Science and Engineering.10/21/2015 -
For Babies, Copy-Cat Games Provide a Social Compass
Researchers at the UW I-LABS begin to understand infants’ imitations.10/21/2015 -
New book by historian Margaret O’Mara studies four key elections of 20th century
The changes the 20th century brought to American presidential politics “continue to hold true” in the 21st century,” says Margaret O’Mara, University of Washington associate professor of history.10/19/2015 | UW Today -
In astronomy-themed concert, Benaroya Hall launches audience to the cosmos
"Origins: Life and the Universe,” will pair live performances of new compositions with video and slideshow scenes depicting cosmic events like the Big Bang.10/19/2015 -
Alumnus calls for US leadership and action on refugee education
Ed Gragert, a Jackson School alumnus and the US director of the Global Campaign for Education, says that young refugees are missing out on education that could improve their lives.10/19/2015 | The Huffington Post -
If we discover life beyond Earth — even just microbes — should we protect it at all costs?
This is the topic of the NASA Astrobiology Debates, where elite college teams from across the country grapple with ethical, political and scientific questions.10/16/2015 | UW Today -
Chemistry’s Brandi Cossairt named a 2015 Packard Fellow
The fellowship includes a five-year research grant of $875,000.10/16/2015 -
How the GOP circus act compromises American Democracy
A faction of the GOP has forced two strong voices of moderation out. They would be wise to elect a speaker who will help them regain traction as the loyal opposition, says Christopher Parker.10/14/2015 | The Conversation -
Brand guru Chris Johnson becomes first UW Comm professor of practice
Chris Johnson, more uniquely known as The Name Inspector, is bringing his applied knowledge to the classroom as the first Professor of Practice within the UW Department of Communication.
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Thanks to an influx of tech jobs, Seattle is booming – but it's not easy to deal with
Seattle's economy and population have skyrocketed in the last few years but some important pieces have fallen behind. Elaina Rose, UW associate professor of economics, is quoted.10/13/2015 | Seattle PI