Scientists hunt for dark matter deep underground
Research
A SLAC-led experiment more than a mile beneath a Canadian mine has begun collecting early scientific data ahead of a full-sensitivity search next year.
A new leader in graduate education and postdoc affairs
News
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.
Why some planets have theory-defying atmospheres
Research
Scientists expected planets hugging their stars to be airless, yet some maintain thick atmospheres. New Stanford research explains the mechanism behind this atmospheric paradox.
Understanding the case against Meta
Q&A
Nora Freeman Engstrom explains why states targeted the social media giant and how the outcome could reshape tech regulation.
Getting to know Tavita Pritchard
Q&A
Stanford’s new head football coach, a self-described ”geek for team dynamics,“ says leadership is earned by serving others first.
New AI tool compresses data without losing critical details
Research
A neural network developed by SLAC researchers shrinks massive experimental datasets while retaining all crucial information, enabling faster discovery across fields.
Digital stewardship at Stanford reaches 20-year milestone
Feature
The Stanford Digital Repository now preserves 5.5 million research materials, advancing open science and enabling discoveries that build on past work.
Stanford’s landmark geoscience collection begins a new chapter
News
The university’s half-million-specimen geoscience collection, featuring fossils, deep-sea finds, California minerals, and more, is being revitalized to support environmental studies.
Short animation changes how people see addiction
Q&A
In an international study, a wordless animated video improved attitudes toward people with addiction – offering a scalable way to reduce stigma across languages and cultures.
‘Molecular glue’ turns cancer driver into built-in kill switch
Research
A Stanford Medicine-designed molecule turns BCL6, a protein that helps drive lymphoma, into a trigger for cancer-cell death.
A Stanford gynecologist’s guide to menopause after breast cancer
Analysis & Insights
Clinical assistant professor Kathryne Sanserino explains why menopause can be especially intense after breast cancer treatment and how personalized, nonhormonal treatment options can help.
AI Tinkery expands beyond Stanford to support classrooms worldwide
Research
Stanford’s hands-on hub for exploring generative AI in teaching and learning is introducing a network and playbook to help educators create their own AI sandboxes.