Environmental futures
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Across all Washington University in St. Louis campuses, scores of researchers share a drive to understand the natural forces that shape our climate, health, culture and physical world.
Reis named co-editor of Journal of Physical Activity and Health
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Rodrigo S. Reis, a professor at the School of Public Health and an expert on the intersection of physical activity, the built environment and health, has been appointed co-editor of the Journal of Physical Activity and Health.
A faster route to eliminating parasitic infection endemic to Africa
In a clinical trial, researchers find moxidectin, a new medicine for river blindness, also works for lymphatic filariasis
Electrochemical innovation offers chemical-free solution to assist in wastewater reuse
Kaichao Yang and Zhen He developed an electrochemical process that softens water, disinfects pathogens and benefits reverse osmosis systems used for advanced water treatment
WashU partners with leading St. Louis recreation organizations
As part of its “In St. Louis, For St. Louis” commitment, WashU is supporting several organizations focused on outdoor recreation.
Inspired by Nature
Despite being in the beating heart of St. Louis, Washington University has long been entwined with its natural surroundings.
Tropical bounty: How forests can turn into chemical factories
A new study led by researchers at Washington University in St. Louis and the Missouri Botanical Garden has uncovered a surprising layer of diversity in tropical forests.
Freixas’ research project Segregation by Design to receive Provost Impact Award
Associate Professor Catalina Freixas has received a Provost Impact Award through WashU’s Confluence Collaborative for her research project, Segregation by Design.
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.