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WSU Board of Regents meeting in Seattle Nov. 19-20
All of the board’s upcoming meetings will take place at 818 Stewart St. in Seattle, with the public portions being livestreamed and recorded for later viewing.
Study probes what drivers would pay for ‘salmon-safe’ tires
As manufacturers work to produce tires without a compound that can be fatal to coho salmon, study finds consumers might pay a 10% premium for ‘salmon-safe’ tires.
WSU research could save dogs facing life-threatening bleeding
A new storage method allows canine blood platelets to be refrigerated for up to three weeks, making critical transfusions more accessible to veterinary hospitals.
WSU researchers receive $2.7M to advance Indigenous participation in Alzheimer’s research
The team is developing culturally tailored materials to help American Indian and Alaska Native communities make informed decisions about participating in genetic and biomarker research.
WSU museum brings art, music and local cuisine together for free after-hours series
The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU is bringing together live music, local cuisine and art exhibitions for its free Arts First Thursdays series, returning Nov. 5 and continuing monthly through April.
Study addresses honey bee declines after blueberry pollination with new feed supplement
WSU researchers found that a powdered feed supplement increased honey bee colony size, offering a potential way to reduce bee losses following blueberry pollination.
WSU grizzly goes to the dentist
WSU veterinarians performed a root canal on Adak, a 500-pound grizzly bear, saving his damaged tooth and giving veterinary students a rare learning opportunity.
WSU awarded $7.5 million grant to study kratom, chronic pain, and sleep
Five-year interdisciplinary project will investigate whether the controversial botanical could help millions who suffer from chronic pain.
Thousands of memories, one stunning work of art
The latest creation of renowned Spokane artist Ben Joyce – unveiled Thursday on the WSU Pullman campus – is a canvas brimming with Cougar Spirit.
WSU researchers discover way to ‘crank up’ antiviral defenses
Findings of new study point the way toward potential treatments for infections, cancer, and other diseases.
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