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Demystifying Quantum
In a physics course for non-STEM majors, Professor Miguel Morales teaches quantum mechanics without the advanced mathematics most quantum courses require.
Can Machines Learn Morality?
UW researchers at the Institute for Learning & Brain Sciences and in the Allen School are exploring the potential for training AI to value altruism.
The Curious Journey of Chinese Characters
Several Asian countries adapted the Chinese writing system — the oldest writing system still in use — for their own languages. In a new book, Professor Zev Handel shares how that happened.
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The Curious Journey of Chinese Characters
Several Asian countries adapted the Chinese writing system—the oldest writing system still in use—for their own languages. In a new book, Professor Zev Handel shares how that happened.
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Demystifying Quantum
In a physics course for non-STEM majors, Professor Miguel Morales teaches quantum mechanics without the advanced mathematics most quantum courses require.
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Chu Selected as Moore Foundation Experimental Physics Investigator
UW physics professor Jiun-Haw Chu is among 22 scientists selected for as 2025 Experimental Physics Investigators, a distinguished group of mid-career researchers pushing the boundaries of experimental physics.
UW Arts Events
Upcoming College of Arts & Sciences Events
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Walker-Ames Scholar Special Lecture: The Language of Mathematics
10/15/20255:00 p.m -
Healing Heart of Lushootseed Speaker Series
10/16/202511:00 a.m -
Geography Colloquium: The Injustice of Property
10/17/20253:30 p.m