The Record

Akande to lead university’s Africa initiative

With an eye toward strengthening and expanding the university’s efforts in Africa, Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton has appointed Benjamin Akande as senior adviser to the chancellor and director of the Africa initiative.

Slow, steady waves keep brain humming

Very slow brain waves may be more important than anyone had realized. Researchers at the School of Medicine have found that very slow waves are directly linked to state of consciousness and may be involved in coordinating activity across distant brain regions.

Olin Library opens new museum-quality exhibit spaces

The new Thomas Gallery in Olin Library has unveiled its debut exhibition — “Lasting Legacies,” a tribute to noted alumni. It showcases University Libraries’ Department of Special Collections, which is among academia’s largest and most diverse.

Former health secretary to discuss health-care equity

Louis W. Sullivan, MD, former U.S. Health and Human Services secretary, will deliver the Brown School’s annual Youngdahl Lecture at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 5, in Hillman Hall.