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Alums Launch New Model for Research Funding
Frustrated by the current funding model for scientific research, Cindy Wu ('11) and Denny Luan ('11) created a crowdfunding platform for research.
January 2014 Perspectives -
On Stage at Meany, Backstage in the Big Apple
Shannon Narasimhan ('07) is making her mark as a physical therapist working with performers in the Big Apple and on tour.
January 2014 Perspectives -
Sports Fan Lands Dream Job at ESPN
Teresa Causin ('06) can indulge her passion for sports 24/7 as a project manager overseeing web development projects for ESPN.com.
January 2014 Perspectives -
Bridging Language and Technology
He's taught English in Russia and worked on messaging apps at Microsoft. Now Julian Chan ('07) is combining his two passions, language and technology.
January 2014 Perspectives -
New book explores mixed success of China's 'Emperor Huizong'
Patricia Ebrey, professor of history, is the author "Emperor Huizong," a new biography of a Chinese emperor who lived from 1082 to 1135 and ruled for 26 years during China's Song Dynasty.01/28/2014 | UW Today -
How Twitter knows when you're depressed
Scientists can now accurately predict if you have the blues -- just by looking at your Twitter feed. Tyler McCormick, assistant professor of statistics, is quoted.01/27/2014 | Time -
Stained fish skeletons bring an artsy twist to UW labs
By adding a precise mix of dyes, hydrogen peroxide, a digestive enzyme and glycerin to a genetically unmodified dead fish, UW biology professor Adam Summers was able to generate photos of colorful, glowing fish skeletons.01/26/2014 | Seattle Post-Intelligencer -
UW teach-in echoes past truths about racial bias
UW professors turn their concern over Ferguson into a modern teach-in.01/25/2014 | Seattle Times -
To ensure a nuke-free Iran
The Herald editorial board says of the Menendez-Kirk bill on Iran sanctions that "it's in the national interest for this sputtering, reactionary bill to die a quick death." Joel Migdal, professor of international studies, is quoted.01/24/2014 | Everett Herald -
Most Latinos want government action on climate change
A new poll conducted for the Natural Resources Defense Council, an environmental group, says Latinos strongly favor U.S. government action to fight climate change. Matt Barreto, associate professor of political science, is quoted.01/24/2014 | The Los Angeles Times