Author: Terri Nappier

Academic freedom is the cornerstone of discovery, and our commitment to free inquiry has only been strengthened since our founding in 1853.

Through ‘Here and Next,’ WashU commits to creating a future of faculty research and student learning rooted in interdisciplinary collaboration and excellence.

In his new book, alumnus Paul Scharre discusses what’s at stake for global security and human freedom, as well as how the U.S. can maintain a leadership position amidst game-changing technology.

WashU’s Institute for School Partnership is working with two underperforming elementary schools in St. Louis to develop creative teacher-leaders, and the results show marked improvement in student performance.

Creating a greater sense of belonging for our diverse community is our investment in the future.

Eric Upin advocates for the power of the endowment to draw talent, expand opportunity and grow  the university’s impact.

Sandy and Karen Teplitzky are committed to fighting hate through the Mobile Museum of Tolerance.

For the green energy revolution to be successful, scientists must develop more cost-effective and sustainable battery technologies. Researchers in the McKelvey School of Engineering are spending their energy on just that.

By analyzing social media content generated across the globe, political scientists seek to understand the current wave of populist rhetoric flooding the internet and Its threats to democracies.

Jeffrey I. Gordon, MD, explores the “vast, mysterious world” of the microbiome to find solutions to promote healthy growth in malnourished children. In recognition of his groundbreaking work, Gordon received the 2022 Dr. Paul Janssen Award for Biomedical Research.