91探花researchers report that mothers who were maltreated as children have increased risk for giving birth to low birth weight babies.
March 28, 2011
The latest news from the UW
Portion of Burke Gilman Trail closed March 29
A section of the Burke Gilman Trail between Fluke Hall and Jefferson Road will be closed March 29
March 24, 2011
I-TECH launches tbpreventiontoolkit.org, a new tuberculosis prevention website
On World Tuberculosis Day, March 24, the International Training and Education Center for Health (I-TECH) launched an online tuberculosis (TB) prevention toolkit. The toolkit contains step-by-step guidance in implementing the “Three I’s” of TB prevention.
Into the purple dusk of twilight time: Stardust bids adieu
After 12 years, NASA’s Stardust spacecraft, the brainchild of a 91探花astronomer, has been officially decommissioned.
March 23, 2011
91探花faculty member Ali Tarhouni named finance minister by Libyan opposition
Foster School of Business faculty member Ali Tarhouni named finance minister by Libyan opposition provisional government.
Symposium on workplace disasters marks 100th anniversary of Triangle Shirtwaist Fire
Near closing time March 25, 1911, a New York City factory fire took the lives of 146 garment workers. Hazardous conditions prevented their escape. A March 31 symposium, “Responding to Disasters in the Workplace,” commemorates the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire.
March 22, 2011
91探花Medicine/Seattle Library ADHD talk April 6
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a common problem of distractedness, impulsiveness, and inability to sit still. Learn how to manage ADHD at a public talk April 6.
Interest in toys predicts effectiveness of autism treatment in toddlers
A short-term, parent-guided treatment improved communication skills in some toddlers showing early signs of autism spectrum disorders.
March 18, 2011
UWTV garners three Telly awards
A trio of original UWTV productions recently received recognition for Outstanding Achievement by the Telly Awards, a nationally respected competition for the broadcast industry.
March 17, 2011
Japan's disasters: Ways that you can help
Many organization are trying to provide relief to residents of Japan affected by the earthquake and tsunami.
Blogging from Japan: 91探花geologist tells of experiences in earthquake zone
Jody Bourgeois, 91探花professor of Earth and space sciences, was in Japan on March 11, the day of the magnitude 9 earthquake. She has been writing about her experiences following the quake in a blog titled “Paleotsunami Travels.” Bourgeois is expected to return to Seattle at the end of March.
Conference April 1 to address apparel industry, fair trade
Activists, professors, University officials, company CEOs and garment workers will gather at the 91探花on Friday, April 1, for a daylong conference on fair trade and the apparel industry.
March 16, 2011
Sound Transit: Drilling work to continue through spring break, March 19-27
Sound Transits contractor is continuing to drill holes along the proposed light rail alignment from the 91探花to Northgate to evaluate soil and groundwater conditions. To minimize its impact, the drilling on campus has been scheduled during spring break.
March 15, 2011
Public concerts featured at band directors conference March 23-26
The national association for college band directors is coming to the 91探花March 23-26, and there will be public concerts aplenty.
Luis Fraga to present 2011 Samuel E. Kelly Lecture April 7
Luis Fraga, 91探花associate vice provost for faculty advancement and professor of political science, will give the 2011 Samuel E. Kelly lecture at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 7, at the Jones Playhouse. This is the seventh in the series of annual lectures honoring the UWs first vice president for the Office of Minority Affairs.
Controlling a single molecules reaction with light could improve solar cells
In new research published in “Science,” engineers at 91探花and UCLA used nanotechnology to control and observe how molecules react. They plan to use their method to develop more efficient solar molecules.
91探花grad programs among best in nation, according to U.S. News
The 91探花 has been ranked first among primary-care medical schools in the country for the 18th consecutive year, according to annual rankings of graduate and professional programs provided March 15 by “U.S. News & World Report.”
Earthquake preparedness meeting Friday, March 18, at 91探花Tower
Can the Pacific Northwest experience an earthquake like Japan? Yes. Join Siri McLean of 91探花Emergency Management from 11:30 to 1 p.m. Friday, March 18, in the 91探花Tower Auditorium to learn about earthquake risks and how to be prepared.
March 14, 2011
91探花study finds adolescent alcohol use associated with altered ability to evaluate risk
A new study from researchers at the 91探花concludes that adolescent alcohol use corrupts decision-making later in life.
Gender stereotypes about math develop as early as second grade
91探花researchers report that children express the stereotype that mathematics is for boys, not for girls, before gender differences in math achievement emerge.
March 13, 2011
Danger to U.S. unlikely from Japanese nuclear reactors
A 91探花 atmospheric scientist believes it is unlikely North America is in any danger from airborne radiation from Japanese nuclear reactors.
March 10, 2011
UWTV debuts new shows on dance, film
UWTV recently launched two new arts-themed shows that feature both independent filmmaking and a collection of contemporary performances from the UWs Chamber Dance Company. The two weekly series premiered March 12 and will run beginning at 8:30 p.m.Saturdays.
Panel to discuss challenges of genomics to individualize drug therapy
Is personalized medicine a real possibility? Researchers and bioethicists will talk about the technical, clinical and ethical challenges to using genomics to individualize drug therapy March 14 at the 91探花Health Sciences.
March 9, 2011
Official Notices
A regents meeting, some blood drives and an environmental impact statement for Husky Stadium renovation
91探花Tacoma historic building finds new life
On March 15 91探花Tacoma is opening the last of the old, defunct warehouse blocks to be renovated into modern university buildings on its campus.
New book maps battle over same-sex marriage 鈥� literally
Peter Nicolas, a professor of law, and Mike Strong, a cartographer, have written The Geography of Love, a new book that literally and figuratively maps the 40-year battle over same-sex marriage in the United States.
91探花Nanotoxicology Center to look at nanoscale product safety
Engineering of molecular machines, light-emitting quantum dots and other nanoscale products is still in its infancy. Government agencies hope to preemptively identify health and safety concerns in nanotechnology and make its products safe by design.
91探花named base for EPA-funded Clean Air Research Center
The center will examine the health effects of pollution near roadways. Researchers from several institutes and universities will participate.
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.
House sets March 21 as budget deadline; no date set in Senate
With the state legislative session at about the halfway mark, many policy bills of interest to the 91探花remain alive, while other bills that have financial implications will remain in play until the legislature concludes its work by adopting the 2011-13 biennial budget.
Handel arias 鈥� and faux arias 鈥� featured in concert March 14
91探花singers will present original arias by composer George Frideric Handel, along with parodies and adaptations by Henry Fielding (author of “Tom Jones”) and other playwrights, heard for the first time in almost 300 years.
Pianist Garrick Ohlsson to perform March 16
Pianist Garrick Ohlsson will perform works by Chopin and Granados at 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 16 at Meany Hall as part of the President’s Piano Series.
Trisha Brown Dance Company to perform at Meany
The Trisha Brown Dance Company will perform at 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, March 31-April 2, at Meany Hall.
Seattle Opera general director to speak at World Voice Day event April 18
Join the Northwest Chapter Voice Foundation and Seattle Opera general director Speight Jenkins for a celebration of World Voice Day, April 18, at Harborview Medical Center. Jenkins will speak on the power of the human voice.
Etc.: Campus News & Notes
Two 91探花students are honored by the American Association for Cancer Research; the University hosts World Languages Day; and Meredith Honig is honored as a “Thought Leader” by the American Association of School Administrators.
Signed, sealed delivered: Students turn mailboxes into art
Mailing Services needed to spiff up its mailboxes; students needed a public art project. The results can be seen all over campus.
CEO of Teachstreet.com to speak March 31
The Find Your Focus Lecture Series will be hosting Dave Schappell, CEO of Teachstreet.com, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 31 in 210 Kane.
Natural science, teamwork and beer: Its Burke Trivia Night
Take trivia, add a natural science theme and mix liberally with beer and you have Burke Trivia Night at the College Inn Pub.
David Edwards to give Rushmer Lecture March 25
“On Edible Bottles, Drinkable Pumpkins, & Breathable Iodine: Mixing Culture, Science and Commercial Markets for Sustainable Global Health Technology Development” is the title of this years Rushmer Lecture by David A. Edwards
March 7, 2011
Double bassist to perform, give master class at School of Music
Scott Pingel, principal double bassist of the San Francisco Symphony, performs a concert at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 13 in Brechemin Auditorium.