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Stanford scientists unveil nanoscale visualization technique for SARS-CoV-2 replication
A new, nano-scale look at how the SARS-CoV-2 virus replicates in cells may offer greater precision in drug development, a Stanford University team reports in Nature Communications. Using advanced microscopy techniques, the researchers produced what might be some of the most crisp images available of the virus’s RNA and replication structures, which they witnessed form spherical shapes around the nucleus of the infected cell.
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Stanford hosts series of events to celebrate Juneteenth
More than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation went into effect, and two months after the end of the U.S. Civil War, Texas slaves discovered they were freed on June 19, 1865. This date, Juneteenth, has been commemorated in communities across America and became a federal holiday in 2021.
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Faculty Senate approves motions supporting free expression
In a move aimed at fostering free inquiry and the open exchange of ideas on campus, the Faculty Senate voted Thursday to approve an amended statement on freedom of expression and an amended policy on institutional statements. This decision followed a presentation on the final report of the Ad Hoc Committee on University Speech and a spirited discussion.
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Stanford women's sailing team wins second consecutive fleet race championship
The Cardinal claimed its second straight ICSA Women’s Fleet Race title and its fifth national title overall on Thursday, topping the field on the Charles River in Massachusetts.
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Study reveals inadequacy of dams for future global water storage needs
A new Stanford-led study indicates that traditional dams and reservoirs, known as grey infrastructure, will be insufficient to meet future global demands for hydropower and agricultural irrigation. Published in Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, the research emphasizes the need for alternative approaches, including renewable energy sources and nature-based water storage solutions.
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LSST Camera arrives at Chile's Cerro Pachón for cosmic exploration
The largest camera ever built for astrophysics has completed its journey to Cerro Pachón in Chile, where it will soon help unlock the universe’s mysteries.
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Stanford honors individuals enhancing diversity with President's Awards
Stanford University honored several community members and programs for their contributions to enhancing and supporting diversity within the campus community with the 2024 President’s Awards for Excellence Through Diversity.
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Veronica Roberts discusses her first two years leading Cantor Arts Center
Before officially stepping into the leadership role at the Cantor Arts Center, Veronica Roberts began formulating a 21st-century strategic vision for a museum founded in the 19th century. Her vision included re-engaging in-person audiences after the COVID-19 pandemic, rebuilding and reorganizing staff to meet the institution’s changing needs, deepening the museum’s commitment to diversity and accessibility, and leveraging scholarship and collaboration opportunities on a university campus.
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Stanford hosts summer program for neurodivergent students
A five-day, four-night summer residential program at Stanford University offers students with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) or neurodivergent students a glimpse into college life. The program features comprehensive content and engaging activities during the day, with evenings dedicated to social interactions such as dining in a hall, living in dorms, and peer engagement.
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Stanford optimizes computer retirement process aiming for net zero carbon emissions by 2050
In today's digital age, computer devices are indispensable tools powering work, research, and communication. However, the retirement of these devices can pose significant environmental and financial challenges when disposed of incorrectly. Stanford University is committed to properly retiring and disposing of computer devices to reduce the environmental impact of e-waste and lessen financial burdens.
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Arrillaga Center opens summer fitness program registration
The Arrillaga Outdoor Education and Recreation Center has announced the opening of summer fitness registration. The center, located at 285 Santa Teresa Street, Stanford, CA 94305, aims to provide a variety of fitness programs designed to cater to different interests and fitness levels.
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Father juggles family duties while earning Stanford degree
Christian Sanchez’s life is notably busy. A typical day for the father of five involves getting his children ready for school, managing their schedules, including doctor’s appointments and extracurricular activities, planning dinner, and helping run a bustling household. Amid all of this, he works on his Stanford degree.
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Stanford lab introduces students to advanced biomedical research tools
The Vincent Coates Foundation Mass Spectrometry Laboratory at Stanford University has introduced students in the Translational Research and Applied Medicine (M-TRAM) program to the latest biomedical research tools. The lab features a new Bruker timsTOF Ultra, an advanced mass spectrometry instrument, which is among a handful available nationwide.
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Stanford provost presents comprehensive budget plan focusing on strategic investments
Provost Jenny Martinez presented Stanford University’s 2024-25 budget plan to the Faculty Senate on Thursday, highlighting strategic investments in research, teaching, and clinical care while addressing affordability and infrastructure challenges.
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New model addresses inequity in urban flood risk simulations
Rising seas and extreme storms fueled by climate change are generating more frequent and severe floods in cities along rivers and coasts. Aging infrastructure is often ill-equipped to handle these new realities, leading to uneven distribution of benefits when governments and planners attempt to improve flood resilience.
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Stanford bioengineer leads efforts to unlock secrets of plankton
As many as 100 billion lifeforms, roughly the number of people who have ever lived on Earth, can be found in a liter of seawater. These microscopic organisms, collectively known as plankton, form the foundation of a global food chain, produce about half the oxygen we breathe, and sequester massive amounts of atmospheric carbon for thousands of years. Despite their significance, they remain scientific mysteries due to high research costs and erratic funding.
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Design-build seminar showcases 'Tree Urchin' at Stanford
The culminating project for the design-build seminar Responsive Structures is a 23-foot-high outdoor contemplation space installed in front of the Anderson Collection. Made of wood salvaged from a California wildfire, the structure is a testament to harmonious coexistence and the transformative power of design. Uni-no-Ki, or Tree Urchin, is open to the public through May 31, and small-scale process models built by students are on display in the museum lobby.
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Stanford hosts annual BeWell Wellness Fairs with activities for all
Hundreds of faculty and staff attended Stanford University's annual spring BeWell Wellness Fairs on May 8 at Stanford Redwood City and on May 21 on the Stanford campus. Attendees participated in various activities, including music, free giveaways, therapy dogs, a farmers market, dance demonstrations, complimentary bike tune-ups, and more. Remote employees also joined virtually, engaging in a raffle and virtual Zumba sessions.
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Stanford launches new center focused on interdisciplinary research on asian american issues
After decades of advocacy from faculty, alumni, and students, Stanford University has launched the Asian American Research Center at Stanford (AARCS) to connect and expand interdisciplinary research on Asian American issues. Housed in the School of Humanities and Sciences (H&S), the center aims to provide a research home for faculty, students, and the public while supporting and expanding scholarship on Asian Americans.
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Native American Cultural Center celebrates five decades at Stanford
In the 1970s, a group of Stanford students acquired two rooms on the ground floor of Old Union and established the Native American Cultural Center (NACC). Over the decades, this space has evolved into a vibrant hub for numerous Native student organizations on campus. The NACC has significantly influenced the Stanford experience for Native and Indigenous students and has impacted the university's cultural fabric.