November 30, 1999
Rats exposed to cell phone microwaves suffer long-term memory loss, according to new study by a University of Washington researcher
Microwaves similar to those emitted by cell phones may affect long-term memory, according to a new study by a University of Washington researcher.
U.S. vs. Europe: Forum to air disputes over genetically modified crops, hormone-treated beef and other WTO sticking points
A forum entitled “The United States, the European Union and WTO: Genetically Modified Products, National Sanctions, British Beef, and American Hormones,” will take place from 6:10 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the University of Washington’s Kane Hall 120.
November 29, 1999
MEDIA ADVISORY: Castro speech at UW cancelled
A speech by Cuban President Fidel Castro at the University of Washington, which had been tentatively scheduled for Dec. 2, has been cancelled.
Conference: The WTO and the Developing World in the Millennium Round
A conference, The WTO and the Developing World in the Millennium Round: Beyond the NGO Din, will be held at the University of Washington from 8:30 – 5:00 on Monday, November 29 in the Walker-Ames Room in Kane Hall.
November 24, 1999
MEDIA ADVISORY: Information on tentative speech by Fidel Castro
A speech by Cuban President Fidel Castro is tentatively planned for 8 p.m. Dec. 2 in Meany Hall on the University of Washington campus, but his appearance in Seattle has not been confirmed.
Former South African President Nelson Mandela to visit UW Health Sciences Dec. 9
Former South African President Nelson Mandela is scheduled to visit the University of Washington’s Warren G. Magnuson Health Sciences Center Dec. 9 to participate in a Global Health Roundtable sponsored by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
Shelton woman provides Thanksgiving dinner for families of intensive-care patients at UW Medical Center
This Thanksgiving will be the third year in a row that Sandi Claudell has provided a turkey dinner with all the trimmings for families of patients hospitalized in University of Washington Medical Center’s Critical Care Unit.
Seattle researchers uncover structure of blood-clotting protein involved in most common form of hemophilia
Discovery provides key for development of improved blood-clotting drugs for hemophiliacs and better blood-thinning medications for those at risk of stroke and heart attack
When it comes to heavy Seattle traffic, ‘fuzzy logic’ smooths the flow
Fuzzy logic can deliver exacting answers about the ever-changing status of area freeways to help move traffic more efficiently, according to researchers at the University of Washington.
November 22, 1999
New government funding for Harborview crash research
For decades, motor vehicle safety standards have been based on the results of tests with crash dummies. Now research being conducted at Harborview Medical Center that involves real crash victims may help to save lives and reduce injury.
November 18, 1999
UW professor’s legacy of letters enriches Nabokov-Pushkin exhibit
Correspondence from novelist Vladimir Nabokov to University of Washington history professor Marc Szeftel will be part of a fall quarter exhibit at the University of Washington’s Allen Library.
November 17, 1999
UW, WSU presidents meet the media on Apple Cup week
University of Washington President Richard L. McCormick and Washington State University Samuel H. Smith will join together for their annual pre-Apple Cup media availability at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 18 in 301 Gerberding Hall on the UW campus.
Feeling Depressed? New UW study might assist you, others to find an effective treatment for America’s most common mental health problem
University of Washington researchers are looking for between 200 and 300 Seattle-area residents to volunteer as subjects for a new study testing the effectiveness of state-of-the-art treatments for depression.
November 16, 1999
Earthquake engineers gather at UW for briefing on Taiwan temblor, discussion of safety issues and implications for the Seattle area
A reconnaissance team of Washington engineers who visited Taiwan after the devastating Sept. 21 earthquake to observe and evaluate damage will present their findings and discuss lessons learned during a briefing at the University of Washington.
UW to create Center for Journalism and Trauma
The University of Washington School of Communications is creating a Center for Journalism and Trauma, the first of its kind in the country.
November 15, 1999
New Network Speed Records Set
Seven high technology leaders collaborated at SC99 today to set a number of internet speed records, demonstrating that long-distance gigabit-per-second networking is ready for prime time.
November 12, 1999
UW reaches across globe to pioneer interdisciplinary study program on human rights
Imagine sitting down to these exam questions:
„h Are human rights universal or culturally bound?
„h Do rights exist prior to law?
„h Which should prevail: human rights or national sovereignty?
Tough as those questions are, they?ve been dominating the headlines and inspired the creation of the University of Washington?s trail-blazing Human Rights Education & Research Network (HRERN).
A language that students understand: Eyewitness accounts of E. Timor perils make for a gripping language course
When it comes to training his first-year Portuguese students, Elwin Wirkala doesn’t stint on the grammar and spelling drills.
New grant for UW chronic fatigue syndrome study
The University of Washington (UW) Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Cooperative Research Center, based at Harborview Medical Center, has received funding from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) to examine familial predisposition to the illness.
Alcohol counseling for trauma patients halves risk of reinjury
Routine counseling in trauma centers for those injured due to alcohol abuse can significantly reduce further excessive drinking and prevent future injuries, according to a study at Harborview Medical Center, published in the November issue of Annals of Surgery.
Personality styles predict those at risk for recurring major depression
Individuals with certain personality styles – those who are aggressive and those who have low dependency on other people – are at higher risk for recurrent bouts of major depression, according to a new University of Washington study.
Graduate math, science and engineering students can get PRIME experience through fellowships in new UW program
Graduate math, science and engineering students desiring a PRIME experience should consider applying for one of 12 fellowships in a new University of Washington program that seeks to involve UW students in revamping how middle school math and science are taught and learned.
November 10, 1999
Study explores how people react to learning they have genital herpes
Thanks to new tests coming on the market, a flood of people may learn in coming months that they are part of a huge epidemic of genital herpes. A University of Washington scientist is leading a team that will study how health care professionals can help educate people about the disease and prevent it.
November 9, 1999
Climate change will have major Northwest impact in next 50 years
Can Washington, Oregon and Idaho handle average temperatures more than 5 degrees warmer, 5 percent more annual precipitation, one-third less winter snowpack and a mountain snow line as much as 1,500 feet higher?
Climate models show such changes are possible in the three-state Columbia River Basin by the middle of the next century as a result of human causes, primarily the spewing of greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, a broad panel of scientists and policy analysts said today.
November 8, 1999
“Snow Falling on Cedars” has special local premiere
A special premiere showing of the film, “Snow Falling on Cedars,” adapted from the best-selling novel by local author David Guterson, will be held at 8 p.m. Dec. 6 at the Cinerama Theatre, 2100 Fourth Ave. for one showing only.
Ambassador and former House Speaker Thomas Foley to address UW Law School on Japan and the WTO
Thomas Foley, U.S. ambassador to Japan and former Speaker of the House, will address the University of Washington School of Law on Tuesday, Nov. 16, on “The U.S., Japan, and the WTO New Round.”
November 5, 1999
MEDIA ADVISORY: Scientists to issue report detailing regional impact of climate change
19 scientists from the UW and other regional institutions have compiled a report on how climate change in the Northwest will affect water resources, salmon, forests and coastlines.
November 4, 1999
UW hosts seminar about preventing workplace violence
Workplace violence is a real threat. The University of Washington School of Public Health and Community Medicine is holding a daylong seminar on Nov. 16 on “Preventing Workplace Violence.”
UW School of Medicine teaches doctor/patient communication at each level of physician training
Long recognizing that good doctor/patient communication is essential to good practice, the University of Washington (UW) School of Medicine has made it one of the cornerstone skills of the Introduction to Clinical Medicine course series for first- and second-year medical students.
November 2, 1999
Two health screening programs find health problems among some former Hanford workers
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University of Washington Campus Master Plan meetings Nov. 16
The University of Washington is hosting two Campus Master Plan public meetings on Nov. 16, to gather ideas on its preliminary planning concepts concerning open space, circulation and development of the Seattle campus from 2002 to 2012.
November 1, 1999
Professor who headed MIT committee that found systematic discrimination against women faculty to speak at UW forum
Mary C. Potter, MIT professor of brain and cognitive science and chairwoman of the committee that issued a nationally recognized report detailing systematic discrimination against women faculty members in MIT’s School of Science, will speak at the UW about the report and its aftermath.
