Findings may lead to improved diabetes treatments

Diabetes researchers at the School of Medicine have learned why islet beta cells produced from stem cells may not be as good at making insulin in response to blood sugar. The findings could improve treatment for those with insulin-dependent diabetes.

University recognized by American Talent Initiative

Bloomberg Philanthropies has recognized the university as an American Talent Initiative High-Flier, a group of 28 high-graduation-rate institutions that are national leaders in college access and success for lower-income students.

Data from wearables could help assess mental health

A team of researchers from the McKelvey School of Engineering and the School of Medicine are using Fitbit data and deep learning to detect depression and anxiety, which are among the most common mental health disorders in the United States.

WashU Expert: How to avoid mosquito bites

Katie Westby, a vector and disease ecologist at Tyson Research Center, applies a strong DEET repellant and wears treated clothing when heading deep into the woods, but uses a lighter touch at home. She warns that pet dogs and cats also can get mosquito bites.

Notables

Tat Chan (left), an expert on economics and marketing, was installed recently as the Philip L. Siteman Professor of Marketing at Olin Business School. His research examines various types of consumer and firm behaviors, offline and online.

Notables

WashU basketball player Charlie Jacob was the inaugural recipient of the Justin Hardy Courage Award, established to honor the legacy of basketball forward Justin Hardy, who died last year after his battle with stomach cancer.

Announcements

Dining Services announces summer hours, food trucks

With the academic year concluded, Dining Services has announced summer hours for various dining spots around the Danforth Campus. Also, a rotation of food trucks will be outside the Danforth University Center at lunch time on workdays through May 31.

David M. Becker, professor emeritus of law, 87

David M. Becker, the Joseph H. Zumbalen Professor of the Law of Property Emeritus at the School of Law, died in April in St. Louis. He was 87. A memorial will take place Sept. 8 in Graham Chapel.