October 14, 2004
Computer scientists help biochemists crack RNA problem
Two UW computer scientists are part of a team that has discovered a pair of rare, naturally occurring RNA “switches” in a class of bacteria that work cooperatively to manage the amino acid glycine.
Students call, students listen: It’s U-CALL, and it’s new
U-CALL: Students helping students, over the phone
Sometimes, students just need someone to talk to who won’t judge them or tell them what to do. U-CALL is a new service that does just that, at times when other counseling isn’t available. It’s not therapy, just someone to lend an ear, and make referrals if necessary.
Five finalists named in search for new UWT chancellor
Five finalists in the running to serve as UW Tacoma chancellor
Five finalists have now been selected from a field of nearly 90 applicants for the chancellorship of the University of Washington, Tacoma.
UW licenses potential cancer treatment derived from ancient Chinese folk remedy
A group of promising cancer-fighting compounds derived from a substance used in ancient Chinese medicine will be developed for potential use in humans, the University of Washington announced today.
Emotion coaching can help children overcome impacts of family violence
When women engage in a technique called emotion coaching, even in families where there is domestic violence, their children are less aggressive, depressed and withdrawn, researchers have found.
New propulsion concept could make possible 90-day round trip to the red planet
A new means of propelling spacecraft being developed at the University of Washington could dramatically cut the time needed for astronauts to travel to and from Mars and could make humans a permanent fixture in space.
October 12, 2004
Washington state’s brightest fifth- to eighth-graders sought by UW
Once again the University of Washington is looking for the best and brightest fifth- through eighth-grade students throughout Washington.
October 11, 2004
Successful development of new products requires anticipating customers’ needs
The most successful way to develop new products is to emphasize satisfying needs consumers aren’t even aware they have, according to new research conducted by the University of Washington and Colorado State University.
October 8, 2004
UW computer scientists help find rare cooperative RNA switches in nature
Two University of Washington computer scientists are part of a team that has discovered a pair of rare, naturally occurring RNA “switches” in a class of bacteria that work cooperatively to manage the amino acid glycine.
Distinguished molecular microbiologist to chair department at UW School of Medicine
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October 7, 2004
Jay Rubinstein returns to UW as director of Bloedel Hearing Research Center
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Fred Hutchinson researcher wins Nobel Prize
Linda B.
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
New sculpture comes to UW campus
The UW’s newest sculpture, The Department of Forensic Morphology Annex, will be dedicated at 5 p.
Campus news & notes
TWO-WHEEL TOURISM: For a couple of UW professors, the life of the mind during the academic year is nicely balanced by a little bodily exertion over the summer.
Tiny diatom has global environmental impact
The first ever genomic map of a diatom, part of a family of microscopic ocean algae that are among the Earth’s most important inhabitants, has yielded surprising insights about the way they may be using nitrogen, fats and silica in order to thrive.
Moliere, Coward highlight 2004-05 UW drama season
The UW School of Drama has a diverse season for the coming school year that truly offers something for everyone.
Running repartee: Pair of staffers egg each other on, and on, and on
She’d run regularly for 15 years.
Smart watch: Smarter than we are?
In the not-so-distant future, your wristwatch could stop you if you try to run out the door without the necessities you need for the day, like your keys, wallet or cell phone.
‘Sacred space’ to be renewed
One of the University’s “sacred spaces” is getting a facelift.
Message from the president: Celebrating a culture of collaboration
In my welcome message last week to students, faculty, and staff, I noted the strength of the University’s faculty and staff as evidenced by the many people I have had the privilege of meeting and getting to know over the course of the summer.
UW prof shines with world-recognized lighting lab
In Joel Loveland’s office, don’t look for the light switch.
UW Press book sale coming to HUB
To ring in the fall season and welcome students, faculty and staff back to school, the University of Washington Press will hold its Incredible Fall Book Extravaganza from 10 a.
Fred Hutchinson researcher wins Nobel Prize
Linda B.
Notices
ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITIES
Call for proposals for 2004-5
The Center for Statistics and the Social Sciences (CSSS) Seed Grants Program announces a new round of seed grants for the year 2004-5.
Health Sciences News Briefs
Kidney donation
Last year, over 6,000 family members, friends, co-workers and good Samaritans became living kidney donors.
New shuttle serves South Lake Union
A new shuttle service now links UW Medical Center with the developing research hub at South Lake Union.
New Neurogenetics Center introduces itself with Oct. 11 symposium open to all
Former Washington Governor Booth Gardner will be at the Health Sciences Center on Monday, Oct.
Genome Research Institute grants UW $4.7 million for work in minority communities
The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), one of the National Institutes of Health, is awarding $4.
PSO creates plan for its future
The Professional Staff Organization is at a crossroads.
UW honors program challenges the brightest
How do you recruit faculty for a program that is not able to offer lavish support or huge salaries, that won’t likely generate articles in prestigious journals, and that probably involves more work than your average class?
You offer them an opportunity to work with some of the smartest undergraduates in Washington.
‘Creating futures’: UW calls state together
The UW is holding a party for thousands of its closest friends to celebrate the accomplishments of students, faculty and staff and their contributions to the region and society.
Message from the editor: Help University Week get the news out
Other people celebrate New Years on Jan.
Fred Hutchinson researcher wins Nobel Prize
Linda B.
October 6, 2004
Smart watch system could help busy, forgetful people keep track of necessities
In the not-so-distant future, your wristwatch could stop you if you try to run out the door without the necessities you need for the day, like your keys, wallet or cell phone.
October 5, 2004
UW Bothell selects Student Ambassadors
Three new University of Washington, Bothell Student Ambassadors have been selected for the 2004-05 academic year.
October 1, 2004
UW Bothell continues year-long series on community/ university partnerships
Jace Weaver, Founding Director of the Institute of Native American Studies at the University of Georgia and a prominent Native American studies scholar in religion, law, environment and culture, will discuss Native American ethics of place and architecture, part of a larger conversation being developed at UW Bothell with local scholars, artists and community workers on Native story, land and community.
September 30, 2004
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
In the eye of the hurricane: Floats monitor conditions
Five floats loaded with instruments and deployed in the path of the eye of hurricane Frances — that’s the one after Charley and before Ivan and Jeanne — have transmitted data that may help scientists better understand ocean conditions that put a damper on tropical storms and those that pour on the gas.
Campus groups ‘make noise’ to get out the vote
While the University is gearing up for a new academic year, Nancy Amidei, a senior lecturer in the social work department, is gearing up for the election in November.
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