Despite common lore about major lapses in memory, the effects of healthy aging on cognitive functions are actually quite subtle, says Stanford neurologist Sharon Sha.
Political science Professor Josiah Ober’s new book The Civic Bargain aims to turn pessimism about the future of American politics on its head. “It’s never been as bad as this” is simply wrong, he says.
A Q&A with engineer Srabanti Chowdhury on what semiconductors are, why they are so important in our lives, and the vast potential of what could come next in this global and interdisciplinary industry.
Falling wages and unequal earnings distribution are among the reasons workers across industries are withdrawing their labor, says Stanford economist John Pencavel.
Q&A with Jerry Yang, chair of the Stanford University Board of Trustees
Jerry Yang, chair of the Board of Trustees, shares his thoughts on Stanford’s upcoming leadership transition and reflects on the university’s recent accomplishments.
Archivist Henry Lowood on the quest to save classic video games
Libraries play a critical role in preserving video games, but legal restrictions are impacting preservation efforts in unexpected ways, says Stanford’s Silicon Valley Archives curator Henry Lowood.
