University of Washington professor Joe Janes explores the origin and often evolving meaning of historical documents, both famous and less known, in a podcast called Documents that Changed the World. All of the podcasts are available at the Information School website.
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Easing the worldwide burden of depression
Researchers from the UW Global Mental Health program are working to offer better treatment options to depression sufferers in developing countries.
East Asia Library collects oral histories of Seattle immigrants
The project documents the life and experiences of Seattle’s Chinese immigrant community from Taiwan, Hong Kong, Mainland China, and beyond. It aims to create an archive for use by future scholars.
‘Global innovator’ UW alumna raised $1.2 million with a speech
When she learned that the usual science funding channels weren’t open to her, UW alumna Cindy Wu turned to crowd funding. Her leadership might just change the world.
International team of scientists fighting malaria with a new drug
UW scientists, along with researchers from two other institutions, led an international team which has just announced the development of a new malaria drug ready for clinical testing with humans.
Key facts about GIX from Geekwire
Vice Provost for Innovation Vikram Jandhyala offers more details on the pathbreaking new partnership between the University of Washington, Tsinghua University and Microsoft.
DNA evidence uncovers African poaching hotspots
UW researchers are discovering the origin of illegal ivory and helping police an international trade that is decimating African elephant populations.
[PHOTOS] Leaders from the UW and Tsinghua University sign historic agreement
UW Interim President Ana Mari Cauce, Tsinghua University President Qiu Yong, and additional leaders from both institutions met on the UW campus to sign an agreement launching the Global Innovation Exchange.
From Yueyang to Seattle: A Husky’s self-discovery
Hongzhe (Benji) Liang, ’15 expected to major in mathematics at the UW. Instead, he discovered his passion (and great talent) for art.
World Doctors Orchestra performs at Harborview Medical Center
A group of doctors from across the world, members of the World Doctors Orchestra, played for an audience at Harborview Medical Center. World Doctors Orchestra combines the pleasure of fine music with global medical responsibility.