Examining Robert McNamara’s double life
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In his new book, alum and CISAC affiliate Philip Taubman explores the paradoxes of the Pentagon chief who drove U.S. escalation in Vietnam while wrestling with private doubts.
Tracking microplastics from sea to body
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Stanford researchers are uncovering the journey of microplastics in our environment and their effects on human health, while developing practical solutions to mitigate their impact.
GSE kicks off new academic year in remodeled space
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Students, faculty, and staff celebrated the opening of the newly renovated Graduate School of Education, creating a vibrant hub for teaching and learning at Stanford.
How to start your creative engine
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Mechanical Engineering Professor David Kelley shares tips for creativity, honed over five decades of innovation on the Farm.
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