UW News
The latest news from the UW
August 15, 2010
Genetic alterations common to Kabuki syndrome discovered through streamlined DNA sequencing
Finding stems from a National Human Genome Research Institute-funded effort to identify genes for 20 disorders
August 13, 2010
National Research Council endorses project in which UW is a major player
The National Research Council has endorsed funding for an international telescope project in which the UW is a key player.
August 12, 2010
Surf your way to a deep ocean research expedition
Journey 300 miles off the Washington-Oregon coast and dive nearly a mile deep into the ocean as scientists and 20 students use underwater robots to explore, map and sample methane ice deposits, an underwater volcano and seafloor hot springs spewing water up to 570 degrees F.
August 11, 2010
New study indicates tea party ideas may be
out of step with mainstream conservatism
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August 10, 2010
Distracted drivers benefit from in-car driving coach
Although many states have banned using handheld cell phones at the wheel, a ban is difficult to enforce and doesn’t cover the growing number of gadgets now available.
Slow-moving ‘earthquake’ under Olympic Peninsula will be well recorded
UW scientists will monitor slow-slip event with more than 100 seismic recording stations.
August 9, 2010
A strategy to fix a broken heart
These days people usually don’t die from a heart attack.
August 6, 2010
Newly discovered mechanism controls levels and efficacy of a marijuana-like substance in the brain
The substance is part of a signaling pathway that may be a potential therapeutic target for treating certain neurological disorders.
August 5, 2010
UW professor’s lifetime efforts receive international recognition
A prize claimed by renowned conservationists such as David Attenborough and directors of some of the world’s largest botanic gardens has been awarded to Estella Leopold, a UW professor emeritus of botany, forest resources and quaternary research.
Newsmakers
COMEDY IN A RECESSION: Wages, jobs and investments are down — but laughter seems to be holding its own, according to a recent article in the Christian Science Monitor.
Campus losing another tree to Dutch elm disease
The campus will soon be losing one of its venerable elm trees.
Close-up on photography at the Burke Aug. 14
The Burke Museum is offering a day dedicated to the art and craft of photography on Saturday, Aug.
Official Notices
Board of Regents
The Board of Regents meeting for August has been canceled.
Retail prices of healthful foods rising, according to UW study
As the federal government prepares to issue its latest guidelines for healthy eating, UW researchers have found retail prices of the most nutritious foods are increasing at a higher rate than other foods.
METROpolis 2030 envisions Northgate transit center as urban village
Class title: Architecture 403/506 — Advanced Architectural Studies, taught by Richard Mohler, an associate professor of architecture, and Susan Busch, an associate at Baylis Architects in Bellevue.
Scientists uncover a mechanism behind Salmonella virulence and drug susceptibility
Researchers have discovered a novel mechanism in Salmonella that affects its virulence and its susceptibility to antibiotics by changing its production of proteins in a previously unheard of manner.
Gaming for a cure: Computer gamers tackle protein folding
Biochemists and computer scientists at the UW two years ago launched an ambitious project harnessing the brainpower o computer gamers to solve medical problems.
10 climate indicators in new report point to marked warming in last 30 years
A climate report just out, that’s different from other climate publications because it’s based on observed data and not computer models, says 10 climate indicators all point to marked warming during the past three decades.
Etc: Campus news & notes
OF FILMS AND RACCOONS: Sometimes being a film archive specialist can bring you more adventure than you bargained for.
You oughta be in pictures — on Montlake’s ‘Great Wall of Us’
“Something there is that doesn’t love a wall.
Pool becomes a drama design studio — a new life for part of Hutchinson Hall
A new School of Drama design studio is rising in Hutchinson Hall where the swimming pool and locker rooms used to be.
Archaeology crews examine Arboretum locations for future bridge supports
Crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation began fieldwork in the Washington Park Arboretum Aug.
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
LEAP: Training new student athletes in the rigors of college academics
They’ve excelled in high school sports and been recruited to the UW, but before freshman athletes can take their places on the team, some of them go through an “academic boot camp.
From ‘pipe dream’ to reality: Foster School of Business readies Paccar Hall for its debut
The University’s Foster School of Business has quietly begun the process of occupying its new building, Paccar Hall, which was completed this summer.
UCAR now available at the Portage Bay Parking Facility
Transportation Services has announced the seventh location for Fleet Services’ successful UCAR car-share program.
Public invited to two plenary sessions at UW Summer Institute for Public Health Practice
Judy Monroe from the CDC wil speak Aug. 9, and Chris Murray, Institute of Health Metric & Evaluation, on Aug. 10
Good thinking: Shah named ‘Thought Leader’ by Academy of Management — again
Sonali Shah, an assistant professor of management at the UW’s Foster School of Business, has won the 2010 “Thought Leader Award” from the Entrepreneurship Division of the Academy of Management.
UW Dentistry’s Wendy Mouradian named federal oral health adviser
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Busy Dream Project co-founder fulfilling her own educational dreams
Jenee Myers Twitchell plays several roles on campus, and likes it best when those roles intersect — when her worlds collide.
Larry Corey to head Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center board of trustees July 30 announced the selection of Dr.
UW digestive disease doctor to bike with ‘Get Your Guts in Gear’
Dr. Timothy Zisman from UW Gastroenterology will join riders covering 210 miles in Snohomish, Island and Skagit counties to promote
Regional differences found in treating end-stage kidney disease in elderly Americans
Differences were greatest for patients over age 85, and may reflect that physician practice styles vary by region in the United States
August 4, 2010
Gaming for a cure: Computer gamers tackle protein folding
Biochemists and computer scientists at the University of Washington two years ago launched an ambitious project harnessing the brainpower of computer gamers to solve medical problems.
August 2, 2010
Retail prices of healthy foods rising: UW study
Retail prices of healthy foods rising: UW study
July 29, 2010
Scientists uncover mechanism behind Salmonella virulence and drug susceptibility
Salmonella can change its production of proteins in a previously unheard of manner to respond to harsh conditions. Evidence exists fo
July 28, 2010
Prescription-type opiate overdoses, deaths continue to rise in King County
Prescription-type opiate overdoses, deaths continue to rise in King County
July 27, 2010
Multifunctional nanoparticle enables new type of biological imaging
Combining a nanoparticle’s magnetic and thermal properties virtually eliminates the background noise in medical imaging.
July 26, 2010
Nike’s actions resolve all outstanding issues, UW president says
Nike’s decision to provide $1.5 million to workers in two shuttered factories resolves all issues involving the UW and Nike.
UW professor’s lifetime efforts receive international recognition
Estella Leopold, a University of Washington emeritus professor of biology, has been honored with the International Cosmos Prize.
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