Program invites faculty into world of athletics
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The Faculty Athletics Fellows program pairs Stanford faculty with athletic teams, strengthening academic support for student-athletes balancing sport and scholarship.
Emmanuel Mignot wins Lasker Award for narcolepsy research
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Through genetic and immunological studies, the Stanford Medicine sleep researcher found that narcolepsy stems from a deficiency of orexin in the brain, opening the door to new sleep therapies.
Lara Tiedens appointed as CASBS director
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The former CASBS fellow and board member most recently served a one-year term as the center’s interim director.
South African clean air activist wins Bright Award
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Promise Mabilo has received Stanford’s highest environmental prize for fighting fossil fuel pollution and advancing landmark litigation in South Africa.
Welcoming Stanford Medicine’s next generation
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At white coat ceremonies, incoming clinicians and physician-scientists donned coats, pledged humanitarian care, and celebrated the milestone with loved ones.
Scientists spot a possible dark matter signal
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A world-leading dark matter detector observed a rare particle interaction that may represent dark matter, the invisible substance comprising most of the universe’s mass.
Cardinal football is back – here’s what you need to know
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A new head coach, upgraded stadium, and standout players make this football season one to watch. Here’s what Nerd Nation needs to know.
Gene therapy breakthrough fits where CRISPR can’t
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TIGRa, half CRISPR’s size, fits in viral vectors to boost protective genes. Its compact design could enable gene therapies throughout the body.
A new leader in graduate education and postdoc affairs
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Ashby Morrison, a professor of biology, has been named associate vice provost for graduate education and postdoctoral affairs, beginning with the 2026-27 academic year.
Stanford’s landmark geoscience collection begins a new chapter
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The university’s half-million-specimen geoscience collection, featuring fossils, deep-sea finds, California minerals, and more, is being revitalized to support environmental studies.