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  Judith Simcox can trace the course of her research career all the way back to high school. Her class was given an assignment to […]

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  Summer is in full, fabulous bloom on the UW campus. The beauty of this place could tempt us to keep our focus here and […]

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  As a middle school student in her native Saudi Arabia, Sarah Almutawa BS’23 found herself — somewhat unexpectedly — competing in the International Chemistry […]

  Human presence and influence on landscapes change the way other animals interact by bringing them close together more frequently than happens in wilder places. […]

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  Use the term “genetically engineered food,” chances are you’ll spark a debate. Some praise its societal benefits — lower greenhouse gas emissions and reduced […]

  Thailand produces some of the most expensive coffee in the world, as much as $100 a cup or $600 per pound in some countries. […]

  When farmers make decisions about managing their crops, it’s extremely valuable to know how much water their soils can hold. With this information, they […]