The media often portray computer scientists as nerdy males with poor social skills. But a 91±¬ÁÏ psychologist found women will want to study computer science if they don’t buy into the stereotypes.
June 25, 2013
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Cow-sized lumpy reptile wandered ancient desert
Brewster Denny, founding dean and civic leader, dies at 88
Brewster C. Denny, the founder of what is now the Daniel J. Evans School of Public Affairs at the 91±¬ÁÏ, one of the first independent public schools of public administration in the country, died Saturday (June 22) at the age of 88.
91±¬ÁÏ awarded $10 million to design paper-based diagnostic medical device
The 91±¬ÁÏ has received nearly $10 million from the U.S. Department of Defense to continue a project aimed at building a small, paper-based device that could test for infectious diseases on-demand in areas where diagnostic capabilities are limited.
Astronomers find three ‘super-Earths’ in nearby star’s habitable zone
A 91±¬ÁÏ astronomer is part of an international team that found six or seven planets orbiting a nearby star where only two or three were thought to exist.
Clearing up confusion on future of Colorado River flows
Leading experts on water issues in the Western U.S. have come together to establish what is known about the future of Colorado River water, and to understand the wide range of estimates for future flows.
June 21, 2013
Airborne gut action primes wild chili pepper seeds
Seeds gobbled by birds and dispersed across the landscape tend to fare better than those that fall near parent plants. Now it turns out it might not just be the trip through the air that’s important, but also the inches-long trip through the bird.
June 20, 2013
Faculty Field Tour gives new faculty bird’s eye view of state
The Faculty Field Tour, which offers new faculty a bird’s eye view of the state’s varied geography, industry and inhabitants, is resuming this year after a four-year hiatus due to budget cuts.
U.S. Supreme Court decision to bar gene patents opens genetic test options
The U.S. Supreme Court’s unanimous decision June 13 to bar the patenting of naturally occurring genes opens up important clinical testing options for a variety of diseases.
June 19, 2013
The solar system’s future is dicey, and it began in chaos
Determination of Non-Significance — Grading Adjacent to Baseball Complex
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON — DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE (DNS) Project Name: Grading Adjacent to Baseball Complex Description of Proposal: The project involves grading an area approximately 3500 square feet south of the existing Baseball Field. Approximately 2500 cubic yards of clean fill material will be placed over an extended pipe in an existing man-made ditch. The project will improve safety, upgrade and enhance new and existing landscaping. A portion of the area (approximately 1500 square feet) will be paved to provide…
91±¬ÁÏ seventh in world for articles in Nature and Nature’s research journals
The 91±¬ÁÏ has been ranked seventh in the world for the number of journal articles published in 2012 in Nature or one of Nature’s main monthly research journals, some of the most widely cited journals in science.
Detour ahead: Cities, farms reroute animals seeking cooler climes
In the first broad-scale study of its kind, 91±¬ÁÏ led research finds half a dozen regions that could provide some of the Western Hemisphere’s more heavily used thoroughfares for mammals, birds and amphibians seeking cooler environments in a warming world.
June 17, 2013
Fiber-optic pen helps see inside brains of children with learning disabilities
For less than $100, 91±¬ÁÏ researchers have designed a computer-interfaced drawing pad that helps scientists see inside the brains of children with learning disabilities while they read and write.
June 15, 2013
Photo Gallery: 2013 91±¬ÁÏ Commencement
Other Galleries 91±¬ÁÏ Bothell 91±¬ÁÏ Tacoma The 91±¬ÁÏ celebrated its 138th Commencement on June 15, 2013 at CenturyLink Field in downtown Seattle. Jon Huntsman, former U.S. Ambassador to Singapore, U.S. Ambassador to China, and Governor of Utah, was the featured speaker. Photos by Mary Levin / 91±¬ÁÏ
June 14, 2013
Documents that Changed the World: Alfred Binet’s IQ test, 1905
With students huddled over spring quarter finals campuswide, the latest podcast in the Documents that Changed the World series seems particularly timely: It’s about intelligence testing.
Awards of Excellence ceremony recognizes colleagues, distinguished alumni, top scholars
Individuals who have made important contributions to the 91±¬ÁÏ were honored June 13 at the annual Awards of Excellence ceremony.
91±¬ÁÏ geneticist flying high over Supreme Court ruling
June 13, 2013
President Young appoints Sexual Assault Task Force
91±¬ÁÏ President Michael K. Young has appointed a task force that will provide a comprehensive report on programs for prevention of and response to sexual assault among students.
Philip Howard’s new book explores digital media role in Arab Spring
Philip Howard, associate professor of communication, answers a few questions about his book with doctoral student Muzammil Hussain, “Demoracy’s Fourth Wave: Digital Media and the Arab Spring.”
91±¬ÁÏ research: World population could be nearly 11 billion by 2100
A new United Nations analysis, using statistical methods developed at the 91±¬ÁÏ, shows the world population could reach nearly 11 billion by the end of the century, about 800 million more people than the previous projection issued in 2011.
June 12, 2013
Silicon-based nanoparticles could make LEDs cheaper, greener to produce
Researchers at the 91±¬ÁÏ have created a material they say would make LEDs cheaper and greener to manufacture, driving down costs to consumers.
June 11, 2013
Chuck Sloane selected as university ombud
91±¬ÁÏ President Michael K. Young has selected Chuck Sloane to be University Ombud, starting this July.
138th Commencement for 91±¬ÁÏ’s Seattle campus — 1:30 p.m. June 15 at CenturyLink Field
About 5,000 graduates, a record number, are expected to attend the 91±¬ÁÏ commencement ceremonies at CenturyLink Field in Seattle on June 15.
News Digest: Awards of Excellence program and reception Thursday, Honor: Estella Leopold
Awards recognize faculty, staff, alumni, top scholars || Paleontological Society gives highest honor to Estella Leopold
New tasks become as simple as waving a hand with brain-computer interfaces
91±¬ÁÏ researchers have demonstrated that when humans use brain-computer interfaces, the brain behaves much like it does when completing simple motor skills such as kicking a ball or waving. Learning to control a robotic arm or a prosthetic limb could become second nature for people who are paralyzed.
June 10, 2013
91±¬ÁÏ Professional and Continuing Education celebrates centennial with Dale Chihuly art at 91±¬ÁÏ Tower
91±¬ÁÏ Professional and Continuing Education marked its 100th birthday in grand style today (June 10) with the announcement of an extraordinary glass sculpture from a 91±¬ÁÏ alumnus who is also among the biggest names in art: Dale Chihuly.
Public Hearing Set for Proposed Changes in Event Parking Rates
A public hearing to discuss proposed changes to event parking rates is scheduled for Tuesday, June 25 from 9-10 am in Anderson Hall, Room 10. All members of the 91±¬ÁÏ community are encouraged to attend.
June 7, 2013
Board of Regents — June 13 Meeting Announcement
The Board of Regents will hold a Regular Meeting on Thursday, June 13, at 1pm in the Petersen Room of the Allen Library. The full agenda is available online.
Treks reveal distinctive forests of Cascade Mountains — with photo gallery
In “Spring Comes to the Cascades,” students don’t just read about the forests – they hike and snowshoe through them.
June 6, 2013
Measuring the impact of research
Pollution in Northern Hemisphere helped cause 1980s African drought
Air pollution in the Northern Hemisphere in the mid-20th century cooled the upper half of the planet and pushed rain bands south, contributing to the prolonged and worsening drought in Africa’s Sahel region. Clean air legislation in the 1980s reversed the trend and the drought lessened.
June 5, 2013
Congolese rape survivors helped by cognitive processing therapy
Short-term therapy from paraprofessionals improved the mental health of Congolese women who suffered sexual violence.
Arts Roundup: Drama, art, music — and the Burke celebrates female artisans with ‘Empowering Women’
Even as spring quarter winds down, there’s lots to see. The Burke Museum has a new exhibit, the School of Music presents its combined bands with the University Symphony, and two plays at the School of Drama conclude their runs.
A walking revolution helps older adults get and stay active
Older adults are assessing their neighborhoods to make them more amenable to a favorite physical activity: walking.
Kyle MacLachlan calls his 91±¬ÁÏ actor training ‘essential’
June 4, 2013
Scientists resolve a 3.5 billion-year-old mystery of life
New research demonstrates that life as we know it might never have come to exist on Earth if meteorites didn’t deliver a key element billions of years ago.
Two wheels, four days: 91±¬ÁÏ hosts international symposium on bicycling
The 91±¬ÁÏ will become the global capital of bicycling when scores of scholars, policymakers, analysts and activists come to campus for the Bicycle Urbanism Symposium, June 19-22.
Wi-Fi signals enable gesture recognition throughout entire home
91±¬ÁÏ researchers have shown it’s possible to leverage Wi-Fi signals around us to detect specific movements without needing sensors on the human body or cameras.
June 3, 2013
91±¬ÁÏ honored for quality, efficiency and service by national organization
The 91±¬ÁÏ was one of two universities that received national recognition for “best practices that have broad impact within the higher education community.”