The UW has named six people from the health sciences schools as Magnuson Scholars, one of the highest awards given by the University.
April 30, 2009
The latest news from the UW
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.
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.
Bremner receives 2009 Distinguished Andrologist Award
Dentistry names first Pacific Continental Bank diversity scholar
By age 35, Rob Piñón had left his roots in Yakima far behind to work in Hawaii, hike in the Andes, work on a Caribbean cruise line, and study in Chile and Russia.
Resume review.
The UW Career Center presents a workshop in resumes and cover Letters.
‘The Pillowman.’
The Undergraduate Theater Society presents Martin McDonagh’s dark exploration of totalitarian power and the ability of stories to affect our thoughts and actions.
‘Triple Play.’
A faculty recital featuring Craig Sheppard, Robin McCabe and her sister, Rachelle McCabe.
April 29, 2009
Update on the Evolving Swine Influenza Outbreak with Leading Experts: Panel Discussion at UW May 4
Dr. David Fleming, director and health officer of Public Health – Seattle & King County, will headline a panel discussion at University of Washington 5:30 p.m. Monday, May 4 on the evolving swine flu outbreak with leading international and regional experts
Contrary to recent hypothesis, ‘chevrons’ are not evidence of megatsunamis
A UW geologist is debunking the recent notion that ‘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.
Sax night.
Students of Michael Brockman are in the spotlight in this annual favorite, presented by the UW School of Music.
April 28, 2009
Autism genes discovered; help shape connections among brain cells
A national research team including six present and former University of Washington researchers has connected more of the intricate pieces of the autism puzzle, with two studies that identify genes with important contributions to the disorder.
Seaglider monitors waters from Arctic during record-breaking journey under ice
The University of Washington 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.
April 27, 2009
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.
A Survivor’s Journey.
The first event of Sexual Assault Awareness Month is an art exhibition.
Combined UW bands.
The Wind Ensemble and Symphonic, Concert, and Campus Bands perform in a concert featuring winners of the UW Bands concerto competition.
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
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.
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.
Seales and guests.
Faculty artist Marc Seales and special guests perform original works from The Paris Suite and from Seales’ upcoming recording, American Songs.
April 23, 2009
Six in UW community named Fellows of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences
Six members of the UW community — active and retired — are among 210 new Fellows named this week to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences.
UW professors follow ‘The Modern Girl Around the World’ in new book
Before the TV show Sex and the City made popular the image of the successful, independent, Cosmo-sipping woman of the new millennium, there was the Modern Girl, a worldwide figure of the 1920s and 30s who dressed provocatively, sought romantic love and seemed to buck the roles of dutiful daughter, wife and mother.
UW Wind Ensemble and symphonic, concert and campus bands to present ‘Spotlight!’ April 27
The UW Wind Ensemble and symphonic, concert, and campus Bands will present Spotlight!, a concert featuring winners of the UW Bands concerto competition, at 7:30 p.
UW tops national primary care medical school rankings for 16th straight year
The UW again has been ranked first among primary care medical schools in the country, according to annual rankings of graduate and professional programs provided by U.
Goldwater, Udall and Beinecke scholarship winners announced
It’s the time of year when major scholarships are announced and student futures are planned.
Staffer’s good idea prompts CFD’s Spring Food Drive, now through May 1
Those in need are in need all year long, not just at the holidays.
Jet lag disturbs sleep by upsetting internal clocks in two neural centers
Jet lag is the bane of many travelers, and similar fatigue can plague people who work in rotating shifts.
Roundtable on science blogging set for April 29
SciBlogging: A Roundtable Discussion on Science Blogs, will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.
Arboretum’s ‘FlorAbundance’ plant sale April 25-26
The Arboretum Foundation’s FlorAbundance, the region’s largest plant sale, returns to Building 30 of the Warren G.
Workshop seeks to lure women researchers from industry to academia
A series of national workshops at the UW will try a novel approach to boost the number of women faculty in university science, technology, engineering and mathematics departments.
Two McCabes and a Sheppard team for ‘Triple Play’ concert April 30
UW School of Music faculty artists Robin McCabe and Craig Sheppard, joined by Rachelle McCabe, director of piano studies at Oregon State University (and Robin’s sister), will alternate in dynamic duo-piano performances in Triple Play, a concert at 7:30 p.
Organ, guitar and saxophone to be featured in School of Music programs next week
On Sunday, April 26, Paul Richard Olson, organist and choirmaster of Grace Church in Brooklyn Heights, N.
Scholar of medieval China to speak April 28
How to View a Mountain in Medieval China is the title of a lecture to be given by David Knechtges, UW professor of Asian languages and literature, at 7 p.
Etc: Campus news & notes
ARTIST PROFESSOR: Kazimierz Poznanski, a professor at the Jackson School, currently has a show of his paintings at the Kobo Gallery in the International District.
Search for extraterrestrial intelligence is keynote talk for UW astronomy open house
Frank Drake, a world leader in the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI), will speak at 7 p.
Defense Secretary Robert Gates to be UW 2009 commencement speaker
Chairs, directors, faculty invited to participate in commencement procession
Chairs, directors and faculty on the Seattle campus are invited to participate in the academic procession at the UW’s 133rd commencement ceremony, Saturday, June 13, in Husky Stadium.
Indus script encodes language, reveals new study of ancient symbols
Indus script encodes language, reveals new study of ancient symbols
Dinos, fossils and video production: Registration open for Burke summer programs
With dinosaurs, fossils, climate change studies and now even video production — the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture has much to offer young students of all grades with its summer programs, and registration is already open.