STEM apprenticeships increase work satisfaction

Participation in a science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) apprenticeship program increased job happiness, finds a new study from the Brown School. Researchers examined the influence of LaunchCode, a St. Louis-based training and apprenticeship program.

How does waste leave the brain?

School of Medicine scientists have discovered a brain structure that allows fluid waste to leave the brain. The researchers think these structures, and the cells and molecules positioned around them, may help lead to new therapies for neuroinflammatory diseases.

University partners with Greater St. Louis Marathon

A tradition for more than two decades, the Greater St. Louis Marathon returns April 27 with a new name, a new course and new pre- and post-run events. The race also has a new partner: WashU, which is offering employees and students discounted registration fees.

Research Wire

Inconsistent Medicaid enrollment was found to be associated with higher risk of death in pediatric cancer patients, according to a new study from the Brown School’s Kim Johnson.

Notables

Jeffrey Zacks, with appointments in Arts & Sciences and at the School of Medicine, has begun a two-year term as president of the Federation of Associations in Behavioral and Brain Sciences.