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Decomposing Nicely: A Buddhist Perspective on the Unity of Things
David P. Barash, professor of psychology emeritus at UW, writes about the unique recognition Buddhism has on the interconnectedness and interdependence of all things.
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Forest loss in one part of US can harm trees on the opposite coast
UW assistant professor of atmospheric sciences and of biology, Abigail Swann's new research shows small forest loss can impact on a continental scale.
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Stomata — the plant pores that give us life — arise thanks to a gene called MUTE, scientists report
New research in plants shows that a gene called MUTE is required for the formation of stomata — the tiny pores that are critical for gas exchange, including releasing the oxygen gas.
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Which Animal Kills the Most Humans?
Professor Emeritus of Psychology at the University of Washington David Barash shares who tops his list.
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Powerful Stories About Ocean Sustainability
Communication Leadership students use storytelling to shed light on humans' dependence on the ocean.
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A Closer Look at Shorelines
Students in an interdisciplinary field intensive and seminar course study shorelines, with an emphasis on writing.
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Why nuclear fusion is gaining steam – again
Scott L. Montgomery with the Jackson School of International Studies writes about the new future of fusion.
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Solar-powered innovation on the Life Sciences Building
The new Life Sciences Building features windows that allow the sun to naturally light the space.
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Five UW scientists awarded Sloan Fellowships
Five faculty members at the University of Washington have been awarded early-career fellowships from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.
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Inslee backs off bullish stance on Kalama methanol plant
Analysis from Professor Aseem Prakash, Director of the Center for Environmental Politics
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At Home at the Zoo
Cindy Roberts (2001) focuses on the well-being of polar bears and other animals in the zoo — and in the wild.
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EPA's Pruitt: Bring back 'true environmentalism'
Aseem Prakash of the Center for Environmental Politics on the agenda of Scott Pruit, head of the EPA under the Trump administration.
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Dee Boersma, Champion for Our Planet
Recognized as the world's foremost expert on penguins, UW Biology's Dee Boersma has dedicated her career to ensuring these charismatic seabirds thrive!
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Wildflowers may bloom a lot earlier at Mount Rainier
Researchers at the University of Washington found that earlier blooms are just one of several ways climate change may affect the park's popular flowers.
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How air pollution clouds mental health
A recent study led by UW Department of Sociology's Victoria Sass found that, on top of impacts on physical health, air pollution also affects mental health.