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Scientists discover clues to how an enzyme critical in regulating light-detecting signals inside the eye is activated. More >
Annual Address
UW President Mark A. Emmert will speak to the University community Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 3:30 p.m., in 130 Kane Hall. More >
No. 1 Ranked
Women's cross country team makes history as it moves into the top spot in the national rankings for the first time ever. More >

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Burke co-sponsors 'Lucy Talks' lecture series
Offered in conjunction with an exhibit at the Pacific Science Center, scientists discuss the latest research in evolutionary anthropology and how a 3.2 million-year-old hominid fossil named Lucy continues to influence our world today. UWeek | Burke Museum Lecture Series | Pacific Science Center Exhibit >
From lowly jellyfish to the Nobel Prize
A trio of scientists won the Nobel Prize in chemistry for research on a glowing jellyfish protein discovered in waters off the San Juan Islands. The discovery revolutionized the ability to study disease and development in living organisms. Seattle P-I | KPLU >
UW to lead $40 million landmark study of children's health
The Pacific Northwest Center for the National Children's Study at the UW will collect data in the largest study of child health ever conducted in the United States. UWeek >
History professor wins prestigious book award
Associate professor Stephanie Smallwood has won the prestigious Frederick Douglass Prize for her book on the trans-Atlantic slave trade, "Saltwater Slavery: A Middle Passage From Africa to American Diaspora." Seattle Times | UWeek >
National Geographic brings Young Explorers program to UW
On Oct. 24 John Francis, a vice president at the National Geographic Society, will present an evening on field research and exploration. UWeek >
Hear the winner of the 'Song of Washington' contest
Award-winning composer Bill Conti scored the music for "Rise Up With Pride for Washington," the grand prize-winning entry by student Catherine Henderson. UW Song | Seattle Times >