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Research Spotlight

From malaria treatment to solar energy to human rights, Arts and Sciences researchers are tackling many of our society’s most pressing issues. 

Inspired by Ives

Huck Hodge portrait

UW composer Huck Hodge talks about his music and receiving the prestigious Charles Ives Living Award. Read More

A Research Lab in the Performing Arts

part of a videodance, with dancers on stairs

Visiting artists are immersed in creative research at the UW through an interdisciplinary initiative. Read More

A Quantum Leap

Physics PhD student Natalie Klco

A physics student explores the possibilities of quantum computing — with help from a Microsoft Research Fellowship. Read More

Why Australians Keep Getting Older

Ben Marwick (top) and others excavating the lowest reaches of the pit at the Australian site.

Research involving UW faculty and students shows evidence of humans in Australia much earlier than previously thought. Read More

Language Lost and Found

Diane Kendall

Professor Diane Kendall has helped stroke survivors regain communication skills through a Veterans Administration study. Read More

Malaria's Puzzling Variations in India

Fieldworkers in India conduct a household interview.

An international team is studying malaria in India, where malaria parasites are more diverse than anywhere else. Read More

Reducing Trash through Thoughtful Design

Karen Cheng (left) and Kristine Matthews

An interactive recycling and composting station designed by a UW team will move to the HUB this summer. Read More

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