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Undergrad researcher questions the AI answer

Photo of Andre Ye in front of a chalkboard with philosophy-related information on it.

June 10, 2025 Curiosity leads the way for interdisciplinary undergraduate researcher Andre Ye. The University of Washington undergraduate blends computer science, philosophy and design to create systems that do more than deliver answers — they invite reflection. If we’re going to live alongside AI, he argues, it should challenge our assumptions, not reinforce them.

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Unlocking the brain with the fruit fly

March 1, 2025 Undergraduate Mary Bun studies multitasking in fruit flies to offer valuable insights into disorders like Parkinson’s disease. Read more about her research contributions and impact.

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Bridging science and humanity

December 7, 2024 Daniel Chen’s journey from undergraduate research to groundbreaking work in immunology and cancer therapy showcases the power of service. His early experiences led him to a Marshall Scholarship and studies at Cambridge, where he tackles autoimmune diseases and cancer immunotherapy.

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From Navy to neuroscience

September 30, 2024 Undergraduate and Navy veteran Kristin Bennett brings her firsthand experience with traumatic brain injuries into the lab, determined to uncover mysteries about the brain to advance knowledge and treatment.

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