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Stanford course explores new approach to conflict resolution
A spring quarter course at Stanford University, PHIL 3: Democracy and Disagreement, has introduced a novel approach to conflict resolution. The course, taught by Debra Satz, the Vernon R. and Lysbeth Warren Anderson Dean of the School of Humanities and Sciences (H&S), and Paul Brest, professor emeritus and interim dean at Stanford Law School (SLS) at the time, emphasized understanding opposing viewpoints rather than winning arguments.
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Stanford sends record number of athletes to Paris Olympics
Mackenzie Little was named to the Australian Olympic team on Monday, sending the two-time NCAA women’s javelin champion and Stanford alum to her second Olympic Games.
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Stanford scientists develop AI method optimizing antibody drugs
Stanford scientists have developed a new machine learning-based method to more quickly and accurately predict the molecular changes that will lead to better antibody drugs. Published in Science on July 4, the approach combines the 3D structure of the protein backbone with large language models based on amino acid sequence, allowing researchers to find, in minutes, rare and desirable mutations that would otherwise only be found with exhaustive experiments.
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U.S men's gymnastics team set for Paris Olympics
Olympic dreams were realized following the U.S. Olympic Team Trials on Saturday afternoon, as sophomore Asher Hong and alum Brody Malone each earned bids to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Hong and Malone join Fred Richard, Paul Juda, and Stephen Nedoroscik on the five-man team. Junior Khoi Young will also head to Paris as a traveling alternate for Team USA alongside Shane Wiskus.
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Stanford study reveals new approach for overcoming chemotherapy resistance in pancreatic cancer
Researchers at Stanford University have made significant progress in understanding and potentially reversing chemotherapy resistance in pancreatic cancer. Their findings, published on July 4 in Nature Materials, reveal that the physical stiffness of tissue around cancerous cells and its chemical makeup contribute to this resistance.
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Small rise in ancient oxygen linked to Cambrian explosion
A recent study published on July 2 in Nature Geoscience suggests that the Cambrian explosion, a rapid burst of evolution 540 million years ago, may have been triggered by only a small increase in oxygen levels in Earth's atmosphere and shallow ocean waters. This research was conducted by an international consortium of scientists from over 50 institutions.
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Supreme Court overturns longstanding chevron doctrine impacting agency regulations
On Friday, June 28, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the longstanding Chevron decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo. The decision overturns 40 years of precedent that has been cited in dozens of Supreme Court cases and thousands of lower court rulings. At issue is the Administrative Procedure Act and the independence of government agencies, such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Here Stanford Law Professor Deborah Sivas, an environmental law expert, discusses the case and its implications.
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Faculty recommend books on sustainability topics
The following books have been recommended by faculty members for their insightful perspectives on sustainability and related topics.
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Five former Stanford athletes named to US Women's Soccer Team for Paris Olympics
Five former Stanford Cardinal athletes have been named to the 18-player United States Olympic Roster for the 2024 Paris Games. Tierna Davidson, Naomi Girma, Catarina Macario, and Sophia Smith will represent the U.S. in women's soccer. Jane Campbell has been selected as one of four alternates and will travel to France to train with the team throughout the Olympics.
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Sustainability strategies examined for reducing apparel industry's environmental footprint
The apparel industry faces significant environmental and social challenges, exacerbated by the growing popularity of fast fashion. According to Barchi Gillai, associate director of the Value Chain Innovation Initiative (VCII) at Stanford Graduate School of Business, both companies and consumers must shift towards sustainability. "It’s a responsibility that all of us share," she says.
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Experiment shows how simple measures can increase political debate participation
Debates can play an important role in democratic elections by educating voters and allowing politicians to distinguish themselves from their opponents. However, it is not always easy to get candidates to agree to face off against each other. This poses a problem in countries like Sierra Leone, where voters have limited sources of election information.
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Stanford students curate indigenous ceramics exhibit exploring ethical collection practices
Throughout the spring quarter, undergraduate Karen Rojas, ’25, collaborated with classmates to curate the exhibit "De la Tierra: Indigenous Ceramics from West Mexico Transcending Time and Space," featuring objects from the Stanford University Archaeology Collections (SUAC). Her parents are from Ixtlán del Río in Nayarit, where many of the objects originate.
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St. Lawrence Chamber Music Seminar returns with public performances
Now in its third decade, the annual St. Lawrence Chamber Music Seminar at Stanford is in full swing, leading to a series of free public concerts by guest faculty and participants. For many, the summer seminar is an annual pilgrimage dating back to its inception in 2000, a testament to its enduring appeal. For others, this is a first-time experience joining a cohort of celebrated professional musicians and accomplished amateurs.
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White House announces expanded options for DACA recipients and undocumented spouses
Earlier this month, the White House announced its intention to expand options for DACA recipients and undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens. To be eligible for these expanded options, noncitizens must have resided in the U.S. for 10 or more years as of June 17, 2024, and be married to a U.S. citizen while satisfying all applicable legal requirements.
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Stanford recommends oversight over prohibition in fossil fuel funding debate
The committee examining Stanford University's engagement with fossil fuel companies has called for greater oversight of collaborative research programs but recommended against a prohibition on industry funding. The report cited the potentially “inhibiting effect” on academic freedom, emphasizing that solutions to urgent climate challenges can come from many directions.
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Stanford honors Beth Ponder & Mary Tang with Marsh O'Neill Award
Elizabeth "Beth" Ponder, executive director of Sarafan ChEM-H and the Stanford Innovative Medicines Accelerator, and Mary Tang, managing director of the Stanford Nanofabrication Facility, have been honored with the 2023 Marsh O’Neill Award for Exceptional and Enduring Support of Stanford University’s Research Enterprise. The award is administered by the Office of the Vice Provost and Dean of Research and recognizes outstanding contributions to Stanford’s research mission.
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Stanford launches second volume on environmental justice storytelling
Stanford’s Environmental Justice Working Group recently celebrated the launch of its second volume of "Fronds: A Stanford Anthology of Environmental Justice Storytelling" at the O’Donohue Family Stanford Educational Farm. The event, held on May 29, featured contributors sharing their experiences of environmental injustice and their visions for a just future.
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Stanford develops compact titanium-sapphire laser
Researchers at Stanford University have developed a chip-scale titanium-sapphire (Ti:sapphire) laser, significantly reducing the size and cost of this powerful technology. Ti:sapphire lasers are known for their unmatched performance in fields such as quantum optics, spectroscopy, and neuroscience but have traditionally been large, expensive, and energy-intensive.
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Juliette Whittaker qualifies for U.S. Olympic team after strong finish at trials
Stanford’s double NCAA champion Juliette Whittaker made the U.S. Olympic team on Monday by finishing third in the women’s 800 meters at the Olympic Trials while running under the Olympic standard.
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Study finds restrictive ad contracts reduce effectiveness in influencer marketing
In September 2018, Snapchat launched a new generation of its Snap Spectacles. Instead of relying on a traditional advertising campaign to promote the camera-enabled sunglasses, the brand chose an influencer to get the word out. Luka Sabbat, a 20-year-old model and actor best known for his role on the TV show Grown-ish and reportedly dating a Kardashian, was selected due to his 1.7 million Instagram followers.