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April 30, 2009
Bremner receives 2009 Distinguished Andrologist Award
William J.
Survival mode that protects cells when oxygen is low also slows aging
A biochemical pathway that helps keep cells alive when oxygen is low also plays a role in longevity and resistance against some diseases of old age, according to a report published April 16 in the journal Science.
Harwood, Raftery elected to the National Academy of Sciences
Two UW professors are among 72 new members and 18 foreign associates from 15 countries who have been elected to the National Academy of Sciences in recognition of their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research.
UW names 2009 Magnuson Scholars
The UW has named six people from the health sciences schools as Magnuson Scholars, one of the highest awards given by the University.
Autism genes discovered; help shape connections among brain cells
A national research team including six present and former UW researchers has connected more of the intricate pieces of the autism puzzle, with two studies that identify genes with important contributions to the disorder.
Technology and distraction is subject of symposium
A daylong symposium on Technology, Distraction, and Immortality is planned for 9:30 a.
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
Contrary to recent hypothesis, ‘chevrons’ are not evidence of megatsunamis
A persistent school of thought in recent years has held that so-called “chevrons,” large U- or V-shaped formations found in some of the world’s coastal areas, are evidence of megatsunamis caused by asteroids or comets slamming into the ocean.
UW hosts Chinese First Councilor Madame Liu
UW President Mark A.
Now there’s a ‘U-PASS lite’ for walkers, bikers
If you typically walk or bike to work, you may not have thought it important to have a U-PASS.
Etc: Campus News & Notes
TOPS IN TELLY: Three UWTV programs were recognized at the 30th Annual Telly Awards.
Official Notices
Board of Regents
The Board of Regents will hold a regular meeting Thursday, May 14, at UW Tower.
Two new tools for UW teachers: An online grade book and photos of their students
A shortage of number two pencils has caused a change in the way the UW handles its grade reports.
UW scientists help with family event at Pacific Science Center
The Earth as revealed from satellites, other space craft and planes has been the subject of Pacific Science activities all month and concludes Saturday with hands-on activity stations involving UW scientists from eight units as well as Microsoft, Central Washington University and the National Weather Service.
UW Marine Affairs faculty help South African university start a maritime studies program
With 500 miles of nearly pristine coastline, the Eastern Cape of South Africa is known for its splendid beaches including Jeffreys Bay, considered one of the five most famous surfing destinations in the world.
McNair/Early Identification Program Spring Research Conference, May 1-2
Is the benefit of driving a hybrid car worth its cost? What controls the high-velocity gas close to the center of a black hole? When one eye is damaged, does the other eye grow stronger to compensate?
Such questions and more will be addressed by UW students and their faculty advisers at the 17th annual Pacific Northwest Ronald E.
Benjamin Schmidt of history to embark on Mellon New Directions Fellowship
Benjamin Schmidt, associate professor of history, has received a highly selective fellowship designed for advanced training of faculty members in subjects that are outside their own disciplines.
A fund to help lower-paid UW workers with school costs? Two UW retirees made it happen (and you can contribute)
Two UW retirees have set up a fund that will benefit UW service employees and their families.
International health experts to discuss evolving swine flu outbreak May 4
David Fleming, director and health officer of Public Health-Seattle & King County, will headline a panel discussion on the evolving swine flu outbreak at 5:30 p.
Annual Spring Celebration of Service and Leadership features student projects
On May 6, more than 100 UW undergraduates will showcase their civic engagement projects that benefit the local nonprofit organizations, schools, and campus programs with which they volunteer.
UW receives top ranking for sustainability
For the third year in a row, the UW received a grade of A- on the College Sustainability Report Card, issued by the Sustainability Endowments Institute.
Organization of the Week: The Campus Business and Professional Women
Editor’s note: There are many organizations open to the UW faculty and staff.
Political analysts Christine Fair and Walter Russell Mead to speak at Luce Symposium
Global religion and human security are the topics of a three-day Comparative Religion symposium May 6-8, and political scientist Christine Fair will bring ideas not only about those topics but also about food.
Go mad for mushrooms at the Burke’s Mushroom Maynia!
How do I know if a mushroom is poisonous or not? Do I need a permit to harvest mushrooms in Washington State? How do mushrooms help my garden? Curious fungi fanatics looking for answers to these questions and more are invited to attend the second annual Mushroom Maynia! event at the Burke Museum, from 10 a.
Missing planets attest to destructive power of stars’ tides
During the last two decades, astronomers have found hundreds of planets orbiting stars outside our solar system.
Protecting Puget Sound is subject of symposium
Take an afternoon next month to consider how we might protect and restore Puget Sound with two panels of some of the region’s top experts on science and policy concerning the Sound.
Remembering Robert Heilman through a life of letters
In the summer of 1947, Robert Heilman, then of Louisiana State University, visited Seattle to discuss joining the UW as chairman of the English Department.
Seaglider monitors waters from Arctic during record-breaking journey under ice
The UW has surpassed its 2-year-old world record for operating a glider under the ice, this time by successfully operating one of its seagliders for six months as it made round trips hundreds of miles in length under the ice at Davis Strait.
Behind the stereotypes: Research with students from Mexico, U.S. shows difference in sociability
Stereotypes often paint a partial or false picture of an individual or group.
Gregoire to speak at UW Tacoma Commencement
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Vocal Jazz ensembles to perform
Members of the UW Vocal Jazz ensembles, under the direction of Dave Cross, perform solo vocal works in a concert at 7:30 p.
Plugged in: UW is tweeting its way into a new social media ecosystem
Make way: Social media is bulldozing the time-worn landscape of traditional media, one 140-character “tweet” at a time.
April 29, 2009
Sax night.
Students of Michael Brockman are in the spotlight in this annual favorite, presented by the UW School of Music.
April 27, 2009
Combined UW bands.
The Wind Ensemble and Symphonic, Concert, and Campus Bands perform in a concert featuring winners of the UW Bands concerto competition.
A Survivor’s Journey.
The first event of Sexual Assault Awareness Month is an art exhibition.
April 26, 2009
Olson on organ.
The Littlefield Organ Series presents Paul Richard Olson, organist and choirmaster of Grace Church in Brooklyn Heights, N.
April 25, 2009
Literary voices.
A benefit for the University Libraries by the Friends of the Libraries.
April 24, 2009
Seales and guests.
Faculty artist Marc Seales and special guests perform original works from The Paris Suite and from Seales’ upcoming recording, American Songs.
Women in Spanish cinema.
The Center for West European Studies, the Division of Spanish and Portuguese, the Instituto Cervantes and the Northwest Film Forum present “Spanish Cinema: Woman on the Other Side of the Lens,” an international symposium featuring a Spanish woman film director and four distinguished scholars of Spanish film for an afternoon of discussion.
Murder myths.
Many believe that the Pacific Northwest is the world’s serial murder capital, that the violent crime rate continues to spiral upward, and that this is the most dangerous time to live in U.
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