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In a cosmic ‘call to arms,’ UW astronomers propose new deep-space telescope to scan the sky for signs of life
A team of UW astronomers propose a new type of mission to crack some of the universe’s most intriguing mysteries and search for life on distant worlds.07/06/2015 -
Risk of interbreeding due to climate change lower than expected
One of the questions raised by climate change has been whether it could cause more species of animals to interbreed.07/06/2015 -
11 Ways Technology Stops Crime Against Endangered Animals
DNA analysis and the work of Biology's Sam Wasser has proved a game changer in wildlife crime investigation.07/06/2015 -
Sound Effect's under-reported stories of the week, July 4
A panel a journalists to talk over their nominees for under-covered story of the week. UW's Joanne Silberner, artist-in-residence in the department of communication, is quoted.07/04/2015 | KPLU -
In 1915, as war raged in Europe, the Liberty Bell came to Everett
The Liberty Bell no longer rang and it was late, but 100 years ago this month the bronze symbol of American freedom rolled into Everett on a train.07/04/2015 | Everett Herald -
Op-ed: Honor the immigrant boy who would shape America
"For 200 years, the man who did most to set the United States on the path to prosperity and world power has been treated as a second-tier founder," writes lecturer Scott L. Montgomery.07/03/2015 | The Seattle Times -
Egypt in 'a state of war'?
Egyptian cabinet drafts new "anti-terror" laws as fighters linked to ISIL attack Sinai and Muslim Brotherhood call for revolt. Marwa Maziad, fellow at the Middle East Center at the UW, is referenced.07/02/2015 | Al Jazeera -
Poop-sniffing dogs work for wildlife researchers
UW's Conservation Canines are back on the case, helping researchers discover the interrelationships of wolves and other carnivores in Eastern Washington.07/02/2015 -
Donor Says Girl Scouts Can’t Use $100K Gift for Transgender Girls
Psychology Professor Kristina Olson discusses the importance of inclusivity and youth particularly for those who are transgender.07/01/2015 -
Why people care about the leap second
The world's clocks ticked an extra second on Tuesday, marking a so-called leap second so atomic clocks could match the earth's rotation.07/01/2015