Natural Sciences Division

Robert "Bob" Paine, an influential ecologist best known for introducing the concept of "keystone species" and who nurtured a generation of scientists, has died.

Researchers at the University of Washington are running a study that might find the cure for getting older.

The College of Arts & Sciences awarded its 2016 Graduate Medal to three exceptional graduate students.

Whether in a laboratory or on a soccer field, student athlete Megan Kufeld was "all in, all the time" at the UW.

Samuel K. Wasser, a zoologist at the University of Washington, is a Sherlock Holmes of the wildlife trade.

Samuel K. Wasser, 62, a zoologist at the University of Washington, is a Sherlock Holmes of the wildlife trade. 

Are we alone? Fifty-five years ago, astronomer Frank Drake came up with an equation that weighed the odds for aliens.

Alien life on exoplanets just might not flourish and just might die young, according to one study. Another study, co-authored by UW astronomy professor Woody Sullivan, is referenced.

A school in Westport was built with a special tsunami safe zone on its roof. Randy LeVeque, professor of applied mathematics at the UW, is interviewed.

Donald Trump's comments about Sen. Elizabeth Warren, calling her to "Pocahontas," have sparked a new discussion in the election dialogue.

Despite the time-honored tradition of coaching à la drill sergeant, the disciplinarian style is gradually shifting toward a more psychologically nuanced approach.

Ron and Vanessa Ford are the parents of a 5-year-old transgender child. A recent UW study is referenced.

Mental illnesses and mood disorders are more prevalent in urban areas partly due to reduced access to nature, according to a new UW study.

From June 4 to 11, oyster lovers will be able to study, shuck and slurp up oysters to their hearts’ content at events across Puget Sound.

The University of Washington reported that the key to healthy urban living is finding connections to nature.