A developed by UW scientists in collaboration with other researchers makes normally “blind” cells in the retina sensitive to light, possibly allowing people with degenerative blindness to one day see again.
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Documents that changed the world
A by UW Information School Professor Joe Janes explores the compelling stories of documents that changed the lives of people and society forever, such as the 19th Amendment. Transcripts and podcasts are available at the and on .
Raising research money online
A recent article in UW Today reports that increasing numbers of UW students, faculty and staff are using . Master’s student Rachel Aronson made a YouTube video for her campaign to interview Alaskans about climate change.
2012 Common Book challenges new incoming students
Each year, the welcomes freshmen and transfer students with a shared reading experience.聽 Respect: An Exploration by Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot explores the meaning and power of respect.
An homage to vinyl records
鈥�” at the Henry Art Gallery is the first museum exhibit to explore the culture of vinyl records and brings together 99 works by 33 artists from around the world.聽 See this聽 audio and visual collection combining fine art with popular culture this Thursday, August 2, when admission is free, or on other “first Thursdays” until October 7.