Mothers may face increased workplace discrimination

Inflexible schedules and biased hiring practices, combined with gendered norms around breadwinning and caregiving, lead to discrimination against mothers and perpetuate gender inequalities at work, find two studies from Arts & Sciences.

New Alzheimer’s treatment targets identified

A research team at the School of Medicine has identified potential new treatment targets for Alzheimer’s disease as well as existing drugs that have therapeutic potential against these targets.

Potential treatments for intervertebral disc disease

An interdisciplinary team of researchers, led by Lori Setton at the McKelvey School of Engineering, found a way to deliver new cells to the cushioning material in intervertebral discs. Their method could help reduce pain and improve mobility.

Promoting physical activity key to achieving UN goals

New evidence supports the integration of physical activity promotion strategies as a key part of the action plan for achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, finds a new study led by Brown School researchers.

‘Cool flames’ ignited in space

Richard Axelbaum at the McKelvey School of Engineering and collaborators have documented a new type of flame — created in space — that may help engineers design cleaner-burning combustion engines.

Notables

Dedric Carter, vice chancellor for operations and technology transfer at the university, received the Campus Leaders Who Care Award from the Campus Safety, Health, and Environmental Management Association.

Notables

The Division of Physician-Scientists at the School of Medicine has selected four physicians for its second class of Dean’s Scholars. The program provides up to two years of financial support and mentorship to early-career physician-scientists, along with dedicated time for conducting research.

Announcements

University offers new bachelor’s in data science

Undergraduate students interested in data science can now earn a bachelor’s degree through the McKelvey School of Engineering or Arts & Sciences.