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December 16, 2002
UW’s network of neighborhood clinics earns another perfect score from national accrediting organization
UW Physicians Neighborhood Clinics received an exceptional score of 100 percent in a reaccreditation survey performed by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).
Students go head-to-head in end-of-the-quarter robot tournament
Fourteen teams of undergraduate students will vie for mechanical mastery to see whose robot can sink the most golf balls in a series of one-on-one matches between the competitors.
December 13, 2002
Smart polymers provide light-activated switch to turn enzymes on and off
Researchers at the University of Washington have applied research in how proteins bind with different molecules to create a molecular switch that enables them to turn an enzyme on and off.
December 12, 2002
Different kind of venting provides alternatives for finding life elsewhere
It was two years ago this month that scientists surveying the seafloor in the mid-Atlantic were startled to come upon a field of hydrothermal vents with pale “chimneys” the height of skyscrapers, far taller than any seen before, leading scientists to believe they were looking at a field unlike any previously discovered.
Beethoven concert series begins Jan. 7
Pianist Craig Sheppard will begin a chronological journey through Beethoven’s 32 piano sonatas at a concert at 7:30 p.
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
New form speeds assessment of UW inventions
The Office of Technology Licensing (OTL) has announced a new Record of Invention Form to more effectively serve the process of commercializing inventions arising from UW research.
Simulated Congress imparts real lessons
In the upcoming congressional debate on lowering the drinking age to 18, sponsor Lech Radzimski will argue the change would curb alcoholism and encourage self-control.
11 visions for a post-Viaduct Seattle to be unveiled
Advanced urban design and planning students will present 11 proposals tomorrow for reconnecting Seattle with its waterfront when the Alaskan Way Viaduct is torn down.
Sports management is newest certificate program
Sports fans now have a convenient way to prepare for a business career, thanks to a new certificate program at the UW.
Study probes neurophysiology of sympathy
Neuroscientists trying to tease out the mechanisms underlying the basis of human sympathy have found that such feelings trigger brain activity not only in areas associated with emotion but also in areas associated with performing an action.
Nominations sought for teaching awards
Nominations are now being sought for the University’s Distinguished Teaching Award, Excellence in Teaching Award, S.
UWPD offering Citizens Academy
A free academy for people interested in learning more about the UW Police Department begins Wednesday, Jan.
UW Press sale ends Dec. 15
Reminder! The University of Washington Press holiday sale for University faculty and staff ends Sunday, Dec.
Odegaard Media Center to close for construction
Due to construction, the UW Libraries Media Center in Odegaard Undergraduate Library will close at 5 p.
Volunteers needed for ‘U District Fix-up’
Volunteers are needed for a “U District Fix-up” for the holidays.
Register online for the 2003 MLK, Jr. Day of Service
Faculty, staff and students from the UW will be joining in projects throughout the region on Jan.
University gets new graphic identity
The administration unveiled a new graphic identity this month and officials hope the look becomes synonymous with success, tradition, innovation, and the University of Washington.
History buffs produce book celebrating King County’s first 150 years
Next week some members of the University community will celebrate the sesquicentennial of King County with a party for their new book, More Voices, New Stories: King County Washington’s First 150 Years.
December 11, 2002
UW study shows how tuberculosis moves through the body
A University of Washington study is the first to provide visualizations of tuberculosis infections in an intact living organism and reveals how tuberculous granulomas, the tight aggregates of macrophages that are the hallmarks of this infection, are formed within infected organisms.
December 9, 2002
UW study shows patient education and psychiatric care in primary care medical offices can save money for the health care system
Patients with panic disorder who received collaborative care, rather than usual primary care, had on the average over 74 more anxiety-free days over the following year, according to an article in this week’s Archives of General Psychiatry.
December 5, 2002
New center to focus on genes and proteins related to hepatitis C
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), part of the National Institutes of Health, has awarded a $9 million grant to the UW to support the newly formed Center for Functional Genomics and Hepatitis C Virus-Associated Liver Disease.
Health Policy Program stages legislative conference
With health-care cost increases at their highest rates in a decade and funding for public insurance programs in crisis, many people feel the current health system can no longer be sustained.
High blood pressure:Study finds at least half of older adults walking around with uncontrolled levels
At least half of older adults with hypertension do not have their blood pressure controlled to normal levels, according to a survey of 5,888 patients around the country.
Studies dispute ultraviolet effect on declining amphibian populations
For several years it has been widely believed that increased ultraviolet-B radiation because of thinning of atmospheric ozone was a major culprit in deforming amphibian offspring and dwindling populations. Now two new studies cast serious doubt on that assumption, and the lead author of one says the belief could have had negative impacts on efforts to save amphibians.
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Center for Public Health Nutrition makes funds available to communities for healthy youth program
The new Center for Public Health Nutrition is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all Washington residents through better nutrition. The School of Public Health and Community Medicine has established the center to address growing rates of obesity in Washington.
Retiree legacy: Fund supports graduate education
They worked at the UW, some for many years.
From safety to security: Labs adapt
Laboratory safety has taken on a whole new meaning since Sept.
Surviving Roundup 101: Teaching guru Don Wulff honored
On the wall in Don Wulff’s office is a framed photograph of a tiny schoolhouse in Montana.
High-tech upgrade to cut lighting bill in Art Building
There’s been no sighting of Big Brother or his infamous Thought Police just yet, but the UW’s Art Building will get an Orwellian face-lift during the upcoming winter break.
Stock options get bad rap, accounting professor says
As the country marks the first anniversary of Enron’s bankruptcy this week, UW Business School research is questioning the recent claim that stock option compensations benefit executives to the detriment of shareholders.
Students give A&S an ID boost
When the College of Arts and Sciences was looking for some top-notch designers, it didn’t have to search very far.
T&D classrooms move to Roosevelt Commons
Starting in January 2003, UW Training and Development classes will take place in the new Roosevelt Commons building, located at 4311 11th Ave.
Painter adds variety, color to institutional walls
Roberto Arambula likes color.
Tacoma campus to honor victims of abuse, injustice
For 12 hours on Dec.
Eyman wouldn’t make it in China, Wagner learns
Northwest leaders often gripe that it’s hard to get anything done with all the NIMBY resistance to new projects, populist ballot initiatives, anti-government paranoia and “analysis paralysis.
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ARCHITECTURAL HONORS: The UW Bothell and Tacoma campuses each took design-excellence honors at the 51st annual American Institute of Architects Seattle Honor Awards for Washington Architecture recently.
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
‘Sins of the Father’ is topic of Katz lecture
Susan Jeffords, divisional dean for the social sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences, will give the next Solomon Katz Lecture in the Humanities on Sins of the Father: American Culture in a Time of Terror.
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