Research

The theory goes, the U.S. keeps the peace in the world through reputation. Jonathan Mercer, professor of political science at the UW, weighs in on the validity of this theory. 

UW Biology's Dee Boersma discusses the unusual bond between humans and penguins.

Applied Mathematics and CSE Professor Emo Todorov talks about the $1,000 breakthrough he helped create.

BlackPast.org, the online reference guide to African-American history started by University of Washington history professor Quintard Taylor, is getting an executive director and a website redesign.

Campaigns and officials worldwide now use bots for a multitude of tasks beyond simple social media account management. A Department of Commuication research project is referenced. 

UW Biology and Pathology Professor Daniel Promislow speak about his new research on canine health and vitality.

The Whole U profiles Madeleine Yue Dong, chair of the Jackson School's China Studies Program. She talks about reconciling the many facets of modern China. 

UW historian Margaret O'Mara talks about how Bernie Sanders reminds her of Henry Wallace who lost to Harry Truman  in the 1948 Democratic primary. 

University of Washington evolutionary biologist David P. Barash discusses our real predispositions to romance and relationships.

The first major discussion of how people interact with large marine protected areas was organized by the Jackson School of International Studies and College of the Environment's Patrick Christie.

Research from the University of Washington-based Virtual Planetary Laboratory will help astronomers better identify “false positives” in the search for life beyond Earth.

Small satellites have emerged as one of the principal driving forces for democratizing the landscape of outer space activities.

UW Psychology's Kristina Olson and Kate McLaughlin's new research suggests transgender children supported in their identities show positive mental health.

Dee Boersma discusses declines in Magellanic penguins in Argentina.

Research from UW Psychology faculty show transgender children can thrive with the right support.