Multimodal AI tool supports study of ecosystems
Ever seen an image of an animal and wondered, “What is that?” TaxaBind, a new tool developed by computer scientists in the McKelvey School of Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis, can sate that curiosity and more.
Ling named ‘Rising Star’ in environmental research
Fangqiong Ling, an assistant professor of energy, environmental and chemical engineering in the McKelvey School of Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis, has been named among ACS Environmental Au’s 2024 “Rising Stars in Environmental Research.”
Gephardt Institute Ethic of Service winners honored
The Gephardt Institute for Civic and Community Engagement has awarded its 22nd annual Gerry & Bob Virgil Ethic of Service Award to eight members of the WashU community who are making a positive impact in the St. Louis region.
New biosensor can detect airborne bird flu in under five minutes
Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have developed a sensor that detects airborne H5N1 avian flu. The sensor could be used in large agricultural operations to monitor pathogen outbreaks.
WashU launches FARM to drive food system transformation
At a critical juncture for agriculture and public health, Washington University in St. Louis is launching the Food and Agriculture Research Mission (FARM), an ambitious initiative that aims to address challenges in agricultural production, food distribution and access to nutritious foods by developing practical, scalable solutions for global impact.
WashU-led astrophysics mission lands its spot on space station
An experiment led by researchers at Washington University in St. Louis is one step closer to space.
Natural disaster survivors still believe in nature’s benevolence
Americans generally believe in the inherent goodness of nature, and this belief is just as strong among people who have experienced natural disasters, according to recently published research.
For success in bioelectronics, build with nature-inspired design
A team at Washington University in St. Louis is using 3D printing to create bioelectronic scaffolds that would allow researchers to create new tissue with a host of potential applications.
Helping herps in Central America
WashU grad student working to conserve endangered reptiles, amphibians in Honduras
West Campus hosts Ripple Glass collection site
Members of the WashU and St. Louis communities may now recycle their glass in the Ripple Glass depository in the West Campus parking lot.