The Record

Weedy rice evolves ‘cheater’ root traits

Researchers led by Kenneth M. Olsen in Arts & Sciences used a new imaging technique to reveal a takeover strategy that has worked for weedy rice over and over again: roots that minimize below-ground contact with other plants.

Connor named head of occupational therapy

Lisa Tabor Connor, noted for her extensive research into recovery from stroke, will be the next executive director of the Program in Occupational Therapy at the School of Medicine. She will take over the top-ranking program July 1.

Board of Trustees grants faculty promotions

At the university’s recent Board of Trustees meeting, several faculty members were appointed with tenure, promoted with tenure or granted tenure. Most new titles take effect July 1.

WashU Expert on proposed labor legislation

Proposed legislation to reverse a decline in workers’ rights under the National Labor Relations Act could play a critical role in reducing the income gap between America’s rich and poor, sociologist Jake Rosenfeld in Arts & Sciences suggested in congressional testimony.