Decades-long quest leads to new antibiotic compounds
A multidisciplinary team led by WashU chemists repurposed an antimalarial drug in the fight against antibiotic resistance.
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A river runs through it
Scientists at Washington University in St. Louis are using state-of-the-art geospatial technologies to study bedrock river erosion at Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park, located about two hours southwest of the Danforth Campus.
Our world by degrees: In search of refuge
Researchers look at whether Ozark oases at Tyson Research Center — climate change refugia — could help species persist in spite of rising temperatures.Keep up with the Ampersand
The many dimensions of G’Ra Asim
Go backstage at one of his concerts and there’s a good chance you’ll find G’Ra Asim grading a stack of papers before he takes the stage. The assistant professor of English discusses writing, performing, and teaching.
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One degree. Many destinations.
Graduate school is often viewed as a stepping stone on a path to the ivory tower. But in Arts & Sciences, graduate education transcends these traditional boundaries, opening doors to new possibilities and diverse career paths.
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Untangling the roots of disease
Gary Patti takes a leading role in a $50 million project to study environmental chemicals and other threats to human health.
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Makenna Fluegel pays it forward
The first-generation college student from rural Missouri plans to use her science skills to heal her community.
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