Relatively accurate predictions for summer sea ice extent in the Arctic can be made the previous autumn, but forecasting more than five years into the future requires understanding of the impact of climate trends on the ice pack.
September 22, 2011
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September 21, 2011
Provost's Search Committee to hold community meetings in early October
The Provost Search Committee will be holding a series of community meetings in October, seeking advice on the characteristics that the committee should seek in a new provost, who will be selected from within the university.
33 percent drop in physical bullying in schools using Steps to Respect
Schools using Steps to Respect saw a reduction in physical bullying and in the number of teachers reporting fighting as a big problem, according to a new study from researchers in the UW School of Social Work.
2011 Optical Society of America Boynton Lecture presented by Dennis M. Dacey
Noted UW vision researcher Dennis M. Dacey presented the prestigious Robert M. Boynton Lecture, “Neural origins of color and spatial coding in theprimate retina” at the recent Optical Society of America Vision Conference held at the UW.
UW Medicine & The Seattle Public Library Medical Lecture Series kicks off Oct. 5
At the first talk, Dr. Kim Allison will describe her experiences as a breast pathologist and breast cancer survivor. In coming months, UW Medicine faculty will inform the public on plastic surgery, stroke, pain management, colorblindness research, and healthful eating on a tight budget.
September 20, 2011
New director of UW Tacoma Institute of Technology is right-brain/left-brain leader
Rob Friedman, a professor with degrees in both the humanities and information science, is the new director of University of Washington Tacomas Institute of Technology.
Visionary innovator wins MacArthur ‘genius’ award
Shwetak Patel, an assistant professor of computer science and engineering and electrical engineering who explores how people and computers interact, has been named one of this years MacArthur Fellows.
Proton-based transistor could let machines communicate with living things
Materials scientists at the University of Washington have built a novel transistor that uses protons, creating a key piece for devices that can communicate directly with living things.
September 19, 2011
Gamers succeed where scientists fail
The structure of a retrovirus enzyme had stumped scientists for more than a decade. With the game Foldit, players quickly made an accurate model of the enzyme. The model opens doors to AIDS drug design.
September 16, 2011
Mapping Study shows UW a major leader of global health in the state with projects in 93 countries
In a recently released mapping study by the Washington Global Health Alliance and the City of Seattle’s Office of Economic Opportunity, UW emerges as a major leader of global health in Washington state.
Design for living: ‘Making Healthy Places discusses benefits of blending civic planning with public health
A new book titled “Making Healthy Spaces: Designing and Building for Health, Well-being and Sustainability” suggests that viewing the built environment as a human habitat can promote health, sustainability and more equitable access for people of all abilities.
September 15, 2011
New C4C lecture series showcases UW faculty succeeding in commercialization
The UW Center for Commercialization is launching a lecture series this fall about merging academic research with entrepreneurship. Its called the 2011 Presidential Entrepreneurial Faculty Fellows, and will run on selected Tuesdays from Sept. 13 to Nov. 29.
President Young announces new chief of staff, office reorganization
University of Washington President Michael K. Young announced today the appointment of Jack Johnson to a new chief of staff position in his office, effective Oct. 24.
September 14, 2011
Mystery Photo: How well do you know the campus?
Think you know the campus? Then try your luck with the Mystery Photo. Guess correctly and you might win a prize.
Filming of movie '21 and Over' continues on UW campus
The film “21 and Over” continues to film on the UW campus in September and its producers would like the campus community to know about a few upcoming filming dates and locations.
Need new flooring? See samples at new Flooring Showroom
Staffers in Shop 54, part of Campus Alterations, turned a storeroom in the Plant Services Building into a Flooring Showroom so potential clients can come and browse through samples and even see some on the floor.
Take steps to win a book store gift certificate with UWalk
Sign up, log your walking online and you could win a $50 gift certificate (and get a little healthier along the way).
President Young cuts ribbon at new Washington Commons
On Friday, September 9, UW President Michael Young cut the ribbon, marking the official opening of the Washington Commons, the new public space for UW alumni in the UW Tower.
Etc.: Campus News & Notes
The UW receives Zipcars Wheels of Change award, while five professors report awards or other achievements. And the Combined Fund Drive is in the running for an award from the social fundraising platform StayClassy.
Official Notices, Sept. 15
Grants are sought for alcohol or drug abuse-related fields, the Board of Regents regular meeting is canceled in favor of a special meeting, and two blood drives are slated.
A straw-bale house: Built for one, built by hand
When Marilyn Ostergren began her straw-bale house on Bainbridge Island nine years ago, the only structure she had built previously was a chicken coop. Her house is small, to be sure, but it’s all hers. (See a video and slide show — photos by Mary Levin.)
A Husky anniversary: A yearlong party to celebrate the UW at 150
The University of Washingtons 150th anniversary celebration has officially begun — and its a party thats going to last all year long.
Design for living: ‘Making Healthy Places blends civic planning with public health
Professors in public health and urban design teamed up to edit a book, suggesting that a more thoughtful, interdisciplinary and ecologically friendly approach to planning human habitats can promote health, sustainability and greater equity for people of all abilities.
Explore carnival traditions worldwide at Burkes ‘¡Carnaval!
¡Carnaval!, Carnival, Mardi Gras: What is the origin of these words and the rowdy festivals associated with them? Find out at a new multimedia exhibit at the Burke Museum opening Sept. 25.
Legendary stadium takes a final bow on UWTV with ‘Greatest Moments at Husky Stadium
UWTV is premiereing a new, 10-part series called Greatest Moments at Husky Stadium that celebrates the history and enduring legacy of Husky Stadium. It all starts on Friday, Sept. 16.
WADE: A new tool for studying education achievement data
A new interactive tool for viewing Washington state education achievement at UW Bothell’s Center for Education Data Researchs website has boosted traffic on the site, with more hits coming daily. And now, school-specific data is available through the tool.
Registration opens soon for Seymour Hersh lecture in Tacoma
Registration will be open Sept. 19 for a lecture by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Seymour M. Hersh at UW Tacoma. Hersh, who is best known for exposing the cover-up of the My Lai massacre in Vietnam in 1969, will speak at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18, in Philip Hall.
Arboretum plans fall plant sale
The Arboretum will hold a fall plant sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25.
eProcurement hosts Supplier Showcase at Gould Hall
Campus staffers who are responsible for purchasing products should mark Sept. 20 on their calendars — thats when Procurement Services will host its Supplier Showcase, slated for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the main floor of Gould Hall.
UW Club to showcase venues at Resource Fair
Are you a faculty or staff member who plans events for your department or unit? Then youre invited to a Resource Fair Sept. 26 at UW Club.
All-you-can-eat ending at 8 McMahon
Housing & Food Services all-you-can-eat deal for its restaurant group The 8 at McMahon will end on Friday, Sept. 16.
Salmon and other fish predators rely on ‘no guts, no glory survival tactic
The phrase “no guts, no glory” doesnt just apply to athletes who are striving to excel. Salmon and other fish predators take the adage literally.
Katze lab signs contract with Revalesio to study novel approaches to viral diseases
Revalesio, a pioneering biotechnology company based in Tacoma, recently signed an 18-month contract with the Katze lab at the University of Washington to bring hope to sufferers of influenza, HIV and hepatitis C.
Abstract photos by UW Medicine physician Dr. Alan Chait on display in Greenwood
Concrete, Cracks, and Colors will be shown at the Naked City Brewery & Taphouse through Oct. 14.
Why adults need immunizations
Far too many adults become seriously ill, disabled, or die each year from diseases that vaccines could have prevented. Learn what immunizations you and your doctor might consider to protect your health.
Study tests intranasal insulin therapy for adults with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer’s patients have reduced insulin levels in their brains. An insulin nasal spray improved cognitive function in these patients in a pilot study. Intranasal delivery reaches the brain faster than other methods.
September 13, 2011
Census estimates show increase in U.S. poverty but not in Washington state
Preliminary data released by the U.S. Census Bureau today show that the poverty rate for the U.S. increased from 14.3 percent to 15.1 percent from 2009 to 2010. However, the rate in Washington State remained essentially unchanged at 11.5 percent, or 774,000 residents.
Teen CEO provides stylish support for ovarian cancer research
Greer Gates, 14, isnt your average teenager. She is the youngest UW Medicine donor, for starters. And she calls herself a “CEO” when she describes her jewelry-making business that funds ovarian cancer research at the University of Washington.
UW is top-ten public, US News says
The UW was tied for 10th among public universities in the latest US News and World Report ranking of undergraduate programs.
September 12, 2011
New study quantifies use of social media in Arab Spring
After analyzing more than 3 million tweets, gigabytes of YouTube content and thousands of blog posts, a new study finds that social media played a central role in shaping political debates in the Arab Spring.