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Passing crucial, challenging introductory chemistry course gives biggest boost to underrepresented students
Scott Freeman, principal lecturer emeritus of biology, discusses his new research into the resiliency of underrepresented students in introductory chemistry courses.
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Unpacking the New WHO Controversy Over Asymptomatic COVID-19 Transmission
Carl Bergstrom, professor of biology, weighs in on the World Health Organization's recent comments about the transmission of COVID-19.
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From Paris to Penguins
French and oceanography major Anna Sulc has traveled the world for her humanities and biology research.
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After the Navy, A New Chapter
U.S. Navy veteran DiShawnn Newell found community as a transfer student majoring in psychology and neuroscience.
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Dancing with the Stars — and Planets
As a triple major in astronomy, physics, and dance, Zakkir Rahman has decided his future is in the arts.
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22 UW students receive Fulbright awards
The scholarship program is the largest U.S. international exchange opportunity for students to pursue graduate study, advanced research and teaching worldwide.
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Black Scientists Face a Big Disadvantage in Winning NIH Grants, Study Finds
Elena Erosheva, professor of statistics and of social work at the UW, and Carole Lee, associate professor of philosophy at the UW, are quoted. -
Will Bio-Wisdom Come from the Pandemic?
David Barash, professor emeritus of biology, writes about the "bio-wisdom" that may come from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Awards of Excellence
A wide variety of College of Arts and Sciences students and faculty have been honored with the 2020 Awards of Excellence.
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UW Athletics counts on Craig Heyamoto’s stats crew
Craig Heyamoto (BA, Mathematics, 1975) discusses his role with UW athletics and how compiling stats has changed.
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The Ultimate Puzzle
Chemistry PhD student Emily Rabe discusses her work on the "ultimate puzzle" of clean energy.
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Will orcas thrive in the coronavirus pandemic’s quieter waters? Scientists aim to find out
Sam Wasser, research professor of biology, explains how researchers are studying orcas in the Northwest waters in light of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Researchers use brain imaging to demonstrate weaker neural suppression in individuals with autism
People with autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, may experience sensory hypersensitivity more often than people without ASD, according to the National Autism Association.
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The Impact of Social Isolation and Loneliness
Jonathan Kanter, research associate professor of psychology, is referenced in this article about loneliness and its exacerbation due to COVID-19.
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UW expert: CDC ‘hopelessly compromised’ by White House in virus response
Carl Bergstrom, professor of biology, explains his concerns with the Trump administration's removal of CDC guidances regarding the potential spread of COVID-19 in places of worship.