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  • Longevity pills for dogs could help humans live longer too

    New scientific advancements suggest that our canine friends might offer more than love and loyalty. Dogs may ultimately hold the power to potentially extend both their lives and ours. Daniel Promislow, professor of biology and of laboratory medicine and pathology in the School of Medicine, is quoted.
    12/30/2024 | Earth.com
  • Iconic Seattle lesbian bar toasts to 40 years

    Since 1984, the Wildrose has been a cornerstone for beers and queers. Jen Self, assistant clinical professor of social work and lecturer of gender, women & sexuality studies at the UW, is quoted.
    12/27/2024 | KING 5
  • Scientists explore longevity drugs for dogs that could also extend human life

    Researchers say drugs may be able to increase lifespan by extending health and thus shortening the rate of aging. Daniel Promislow, UW professor of biology and of laboratory medicine and pathology in the School of Medicine, is quoted.
    12/27/2024 | The Guardian
  • How viral animals took over the internet this year

    Cute creatures going viral is nothing new. But 2024 seems to be on a different level of feral fascination. David Barash, professor emeritus of psychology at the UW, is quoted.
    12/27/2024 | TIME
  • Study: Shipping paths pose a major threat to whales

    Most shipping routes cross whale habitats worldwide. Briana Abrahms, assistant professor of biology at the UW, is quoted.
    12/23/2024 | The Washington Post
  • Cozy UW alumni creations we’re reading, watching, listening to and playing this winter

    Need a reason to stay inside this winter? Check out our media recommendations for books, games, music and TV by UW alumni.

    12/23/2024 | UW Magazine
  • ArtSci Roundup: January 2025

    ArtSci Roundup: January 2025

    From campus to wherever you call home, we welcome you to learn from and connect with the College of Arts & Sciences community through public events spanning the arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. We hope to see you this January. Featured: Global Connections Through January | Teamsters, Turtles, and Beyond: The Legacy of...
    12/19/2024 | UW News
  • If planet nine exists, well find it soon

    If theres a hidden world in the solar system, a new telescope should find it. Mario Juri, professor of astronomy at the UW, is quoted.
    12/17/2024 | Scientific American
  • Bezos, Zuckerberg and Altman donate to Trump's inauguration fund

    Silicon Valley executives, some who have long had contentious relationships with President-elect Donald Trump, are pledging money and support to Trump's incoming administration. Margaret O'Mara, professor of history at the UW, is quoted.
    12/16/2024 | NPR
  • Opinion: Climate advocates finally won in WA how? By not talking about climate

    For the past decade or so, Aseem Prakash, professor of political science at the UW, has been teaching a course on climate politics in the UWs political science department. During that time, there have been three climate change initiatives on the ballot here. Hes had a front row seat for how policymakers, activists and campaigners have sought to frame and spin one of the toughest issues in politics.
    12/11/2024 | The Seattle Times