July 19, 2019
As the world celebrates the 50th anniversary of mankind’s first steps on the moon, it seems an ideal time to feature this recent lunar question posed by a Pullman youngster to Ask Dr. Universe.
News and information for faculty, staff, and the WSU Community
WSU Spokane News
July 19, 2019
The project is designed to get teams of people – doctors, nurses, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, social workers and chemical dependency counselors – to work together when treating people who use opioids.
July 18, 2019
Engineering Associate Professor Jacob Leachman will use the $1.8 million grant to help make hydrogen refueling of military vehicles more convenient and reliable than conventional hydrocarbon fuels.
July 16, 2019
A half century ago, when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin were making history, artist renderings helped the world visualize early space travel.
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Campus and Community
July 18, 2019
Join Big & Rich with Cowboy Troy for #WSUDadsWeekend at Beasley Coliseum.
July 18, 2019
Selected this summer to lead WSU research into sustainable tree fruit production for Washington and the world, Evans will begin her term as interim director on Aug. 26.
July 16, 2019
The award recognizes individuals who demonstrate noteworthy service to NCURA and have made significant contributions to the profession of research administration.
July 15, 2019
The new members come from WSU campuses across the state and represent a range of scientific specialties.
Science & Technology
July 16, 2019
The rare corpse flower is expected to be in bloom for up to 48 hours and can be seen in person 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. on the WSU Vancouver campus or via live webcam anytime.
July 16, 2019
WSU scientists have improved the software for studying asteroids and determining which of them might be on a collision course with Earth.
July 15, 2019
Just 10 minutes of interacting with cats and dogs produced a significant reduction in students’ cortisol, a major stress hormone.
July 10, 2019
The innovative blocks are designed to reduce waste while providing an affordable building material that could lower housing costs.
Food & Agriculture
July 18, 2019
Selected this summer to lead WSU research into sustainable tree fruit production for Washington and the world, Evans will begin her term as interim director on Aug. 26.
July 12, 2019
Owners of wooded property around the Puget Sound will build skills for caring for their land and trees at the Puget Sound Forest Owners Field Day on Aug. 10.
July 9, 2019
WSU scientists were recognized by the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers for their research exploring how machines can quickly shake apples out of trees, then safely catch and harvest them.
July 3, 2019
With Independence Day tomorrow, the WSU Insider dug into the Ask Dr. Universe archives for one of our 2016 favorites on how to make a classic July treat.
Health & Medicine
July 19, 2019
The nearly $750,000 grant will be used as start-up funding for a family medicine residency program at Pullman Regional Hospital.
July 9, 2019
Josh Neumiller and John White of the WSU College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences unveil their latest work specific to practical uses of insulin, medications used in the management of diabetes.
July 9, 2019
Wendy Williams-Gilbert helped drive introduction of a bill that would authorize the WSU College of Nursing to offer specialized training in gathering physical evidence of sexual assault or abuse in the emergency room.
July 1, 2019
Other participants in the WSU study reported perceived adverse effects from their cannabis use, such as weight gain, a lack of concentration, and high cost.