Category: Science and Technology
What causes a tsunami? An ocean scientist explains the physics of these destructive wavesJan. 19, 2022Professor Sally Warner discusses the power and destruction that comes with these natural forces.
Can MARS help astronauts orient in space?Jan. 10, 2022With a grant from NASA, research scientist Vivekanand Pandey Vimal, GSAS PhD'17, is exploring whether specialized training using Brandeis' Multi-Axis Rotation System chair can help people trust technology over their own sense of orientation.
Drew Weissman ’81, MA’81, P’15, among Time's ‘Heroes of the Year’Dec. 14, 2021Drew Weissman ’81, MA’81, P’15, along with fellow scientists whose work led to the development of COVID-19 vaccinations, has been named one of 2021's 'Heroes of the Year' by Time Magazine.
Did the ancient Maya fall because of a drought, or something else?Nov. 29, 2021New research by Brandeis archeologist Charles Golden shakes up what we know about the fall of ancient Maya kingdoms.
Fentanyl spread across the US during the pandemic. This is why.Nov. 26, 2021Andrew Kolodny, co-director of the Opioid Policy Research Collaborative at the Heller School for Social Policy and Management, explains.
51st Rosenstiel Award for Distinguished Work in Basic Medical Research awarded to Professor Robert H. SingerNov. 1, 2021Singer is honored for his development of highly sensitive and quantitative methods to explore the regulation of gene expression.
Climate scientist Peter C. Frumhoff named 2022 Richman FellowOct. 22, 2021Currently the chief climate scientist at the Union of Concerned Scientists, Frumhoff informs the public understanding and motivates public policies related to climate change through robust scientific expertise.
Rosenstiel Award given to 2021 Nobel laureates Oct. 19, 2021At a ceremony conducted via Zoom, scientists Ardem Patapoutian and David Julius received the prestigious prize.
- Rosenstiel Award winners Julius and Patapoutian, who transformed our understandings of touch, win Nobel PrizeOct. 4, 2021
The scientists were recognized for transforming our understanding of touch, temperature and pain.
Introducing Brandeis' newest faculty membersSept. 24, 2021Brandeis has welcomed 25 new full-time and visiting faculty members and postdoctoral faculty fellows to the university community this fall.
Study: Medical school faculty found more meaning during COVID-19Aug. 13, 2021Research by Linda Pololi of Brandeis’ Women's Studies Research Center found medical school faculty said they had discovered meaningfulness and a new enthusiasm for their work.
SciFest brings undergraduates, researchers together againAug. 5, 2021Months of original research, carefully calibrated experiments and cutting-edge findings took the spotlight at SciFest, Brandeis University’s 10th annual undergraduate scientific showcase and poster session.
Sprout 2021 winners are transforming industriesAug. 3, 2021
Tsurigasaki Beach is the right spot for Olympic surfing in Japan - here's whyJuly 26, 2021Oceanographer Sally Warner explains the science behind - and under - the waves at the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo.
Research finds viruses can be defeated with their own engineering principlesJuly 19, 2021Geometric shells made from DNA protein could be new antiviral, Brandeis researchers say.
14 tips for selecting classes at BrandeisJuly 13, 2021Undergraduate Department Representatives (UDRs) have several tips you should consider when registering for classes.
Biology professor Alexandre Bisson named to Pew Scholars ProgramJune 15, 2021Bisson, an expert in cellular organization and behavior, will probe the molecular mechanisms through which single-cell organisms can radically change their shape.
Gabbay Award given to pioneering scientists Frank Bennett and Adrian KrainerJune 14, 2021The two researchers were recognized for their work developing a therapy for the neuromuscular disease spinal muscular atrophy.
Scientist Stanley Deser named member of the Royal Society May 6, 2021The theoretical physicist received one of the highest honors in the sciences.
How we might banish the flu foreverMay 5, 2021New research by biochemist Tijana Ivanovic uncovers the role of a hitherto overlooked flu virus particle. It may hold the key to ridding the world of influenza.
Susan Lovett elected to National Academy of Sciences April 28, 2021The microbiologist joins one of the nation’s most prestigious scientific advisory societies.
Brandeis hosts COVID vaccination clinics for students, faculty and staffApril 23, 2021The partnership between Brandeis and a local independent pharmacy is resulting in thousands of Brandeis and other students getting on-campus vaccinations before their semesters end.
Brandeis Arts and Sciences faculty honored with annual teaching and mentorship awardsApril 20, 2021Students, faculty and alumni annually nominate faculty for teaching and mentoring awards.
Finding empowerment and inspiration in the labApril 16, 2021While entrusted with research projects by Professor Lawrence Wangh as an undergrad, Bonnie Ronish ’09 gained the self-assurance that has served her well in her career.
For Alana Hodson ’19, the calling to a career in research was personalApril 7, 2021Hodson changed course after a research opportunity set her on a new trajectory.
On the edge of a black holeMarch 24, 2021Professor of astrophysics John Wardle explains how a new image of a black hole's magnetic fields will help us understand the massive jets of energy black holes launch into the universe.
The media and the pandemicMarch 9, 2021Dr. Anthony Fauci joined a panel of journalists for a special Brandeis event.
These Brandeis alumnae are breaking new ground in math and scienceMarch 8, 2021A look at a few of the Brandeis women who have made noteworthy contributions in the sciences.
Liquids that can move on their ownFeb. 18, 2021Researchers at the Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC) are harnessing the power of swirling cellular proteins to create self-propelling fluids.
Rosenstiel Award winners celebrated for life-saving scientific breakthroughs Feb. 10, 2021At this year's award ceremony, Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman were recognized for doing much of the research that led to two COVID-19 vaccines.
The path to a COVID-19 vaccineFeb. 3, 2021
The winners of the Rosenstiel Award tell the story of how their research led to two of the vaccines now being given to millions of people around the world.
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