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WSU Board of Regents hosting virtual meeting May 7
Regents will convene a series of committee meetings prior to the full meeting of the WSU Board of Regents.
WSU Regent, longtime civic leader Sam Hunt dies following battle with leukemia
Hunt, a 1967 WSU graduate, devoted more than five decades to public service, education, and civic leadership across Washington.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU acquires 80 photographs by Kristin Capp
The acquisition expands the museum’s photography holdings while strengthening connections to local agricultural and cultural landscapes.
Researchers develop method to make renewable natural gas directly from waste
Pretreatment of wastewater sludge produced more renewable natural gas and cut the final disposal cost in half.
Why endometriosis causes such chronic debilitating pain
A new WSU study shows that repeated inflammation from endometriosis can rewire the brain and nervous system, helping explain why debilitating pain often persists even after lesions are gone.
Rapid melatonin test can help astronauts and others easily monitor their biological rhythm
Research funded in part by NASA finds a simple test with a paper strip and smartphone reader could help track sleep, performance in round-the-clock occupations.
Donor-funded $2 million scholarship match supports future doctors at WSU College of Medicine
The funding, provided by longtime WSU supporters Tom and Barbara Wilson and first-time donor Barbara Stephanus, will match philanthropic contributions to student scholarships through the college’s Medicine Multiplied campaign.
Jon Haarlow to lead Washington State Athletics
Haarlow, who has served as interim athletic director since Nov. 12, 2025, will be introduced at a press conference in the Alger Family Club Room at Gesa Field Monday, April 20, at 11 a.m.
Turmeric/ginger extract shows benefits for bone implants
Drawing on ancient medicinal practices, researchers show the extract improved bone bonding as well as killing bacteria and cancer cells.
Science confirms torpedo bat works as well as regular bat
Lab tests show the much-hyped torpedo bat offers no real power advantage over traditional designs, with only a slight shift in the sweet spot that may suit certain hitters.
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