Four named senior members of National Academy of Inventors
Four researchers from Washington University in St. Louis have been named senior members of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI).
WashU researchers bring findings — and questions — to St. Louis gardeners
From toxic metals in the soil to hidden hunger, researchers shared knowledge with local growers and asked for theirs in return
Mapping food pantry deserts across St. Louis
WashU’s St. Louis Policy Initiative is tracking where food pantries are located across the region to identify gaps in access and prepare for future shortages.
Hester Blum installed as the Lynne Cooper Harvey Distinguished Professor of English
Hester Blum was installed as the Lynne Cooper Harvey Distinguished Professor of English on Feb. 10, 2026.
WashU scientists join 40-year study tracking changing tropical forests
Toby Pennington and Jonathan Myers contributed to an ambitious study on South America’s tropical forests, revealing important shifts in biodiversity.
WashU Medical Campus recognized as first Tree Campus Healthcare facility in Missouri
In January 2026, the WashU Medical Campus was recognized as the first Tree Campus Healthcare facility in Missouri.
Ignite Interdisciplinary Grant awardees announced
WashU’s Fall 2025 Ignite Interdisciplinary Grants were awarded to researchers with projects on pressing public health problems
‘It highlighted the holes in our system’: WashU study examines St. Louis disaster preparedness post-tornado
A study from WashU’s Brown School has identified gaps in St. Louis’ emergency preparedness and response, including a lack of funding and a disconnect between community organizers and government.
WashU’s FARM hosts visit by international food and ag experts
Visit part of effort to strengthen collaboration among Latin America, US, UK
