The Class of 2030 arrives on the Farm
News
Stanford’s newest undergrads landed on campus Tuesday. See highlights from Move-In Day.
AI model opens new horizons for cell biology
Research
Trained on more than 100 million cells from a dozen species, a new model will make it easier to compare cells between species, with potential implications for disease research and cell therapy development.
Students tackle sustainability challenges for real clients
News
Action Lab courses pair students with nonprofits, government agencies, and industry partners to tackle real-world sustainability challenges.
A new approach to forecasting toxic metals in wildfire smoke
Video
Wildfires can turn natural metals in soil into toxic, airborne particles. Stanford researchers are working to predict where these metals travel and warn people in harm’s way.
Program invites faculty into world of athletics
News
The Faculty Athletics Fellows program pairs Stanford faculty with athletic teams, strengthening academic support for student-athletes.
Physics advance could improve how AI remembers and learns
News
A Stanford-led team has created a new type of spin glass made of atoms and photons and used it to increase the memory capacity of simple artificial intelligence systems.
A blueprint for keeping humans in control of AI
Research
New research teaches independent AI agents to ask for help – and gives users a way to limit unsafe decisions.
Stanford releases long-term campus plan
Video
StanfordNext, shaped by months of engagement with university and regional stakeholders, prioritizes new academic space, student and workforce housing, and stronger connections with local communities.
Emmanuel Mignot wins Lasker Award for narcolepsy research
News
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.
Biochemistry leader Robert Lehman dies at 101
Obituary
Lehman helped discover DNA polymerase, co-discovered DNA ligase and fostered the collaborative culture that shaped Stanford Medicine’s Department of Biochemistry.
Anesthesia dreams show promise for treating PTSD
Q&A
Induced dreams during anesthesia could offer a more controlled alternative to psychedelic therapies for trauma recovery.
How to stay safe from harmful wildfire smoke
Q&A
Smoky air is becoming more of a seasonal reality. Stanford experts share ways to prepare your environment to keep everyone safe.