Research finds fathers’ leave reduces sexist attitudes

New research from Arts & Sciences is among the first to provide concrete evidence that paternity leave policies can lead to more gender-equal attitudes — especially among those directly impacted by the policy.

Change in breast density over time linked to cancer risk

Repeated mammograms contain data on changes in breast density over time that could help identify women at high risk of breast cancer and even reveal which breast is likely to be affected, according to a study by researchers at the School of Medicine.

Motivations for taking the moral high ground

Jessie Sun, an assistant professor of psychological and brain sciences in Arts & Sciences, explored the motivations for moral behavior in a study published in the Journal of Personality.

Notables

Jr-Shin Li, a professor of systems science and mathematics at the McKelvey School of Engineering, has been named the Newton R. and Sarah Louisa Glasgow Wilson Professor of Engineering.

Research Wire

Paul Taghert, a professor of neuroscience at the School of Medicine, received an Outstanding Investigator Award of nearly $2 million from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to study how the circadian clock orchestrates multiple biological cycles.

Announcements

University renews effort to prevent sexual harassment

Washington University is a member of the Action Collaborative on Preventing Sexual Harassment in Higher Education. The university is committed to preventing sexual harassment and maintaining an environment where everyone can feel safe.

Announcements

Whittemore House open Commencement weekend

The Whittemore House will be open to non-members during Commencement weekend. The club will serve lunch today and Saturday and a prix fixe dinner at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, as well as a Mother’s Day brunch.

George Pepe, expert on Roman history and political theory, 83

George Pepe, who taught in the Department of Classics in Arts & Sciences for more than 50 years, died May 2 while in hospice near his home in San Diego. He was 83. A memorial service will take place June 2 on campus.