Research reveals mechanisms for plant cell resilience to stress
Biologists have identified molecular anchors that secure plant cell membranes to their walls during water loss, providing insights for developing drought-resistant crops.
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June 4, 2026
Emmanuel Candès wins Shaw Prize in math
Revealing that complex, high-resolution results can be extracted from sparse data, Candès’ work has revolutionized information processing and brought benefits to everyday life.
June 2, 2026
Ornithology class brings students face to face with ‘neodinosaurs’
A Stanford field course takes students into Bay Area forests for an up-close look at the lives of local birds.
May 20, 2026
What happens when markets collide with morality?
Economist Alvin Roth won the Nobel Prize for improving how markets work. In a new book, he explores morally fraught issues through the lens of market economics.
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June 11, 2026
Instructors honored for excellence in teaching
June 5, 2026
H&S community earns 3 Dinkelspiel, 5 Gores awards
June 3, 2026
H&S announces 2025-26 Dean's Teaching Award winners
June 2, 2026
Zhi-Xun Shen elected to Royal Society
May 28, 2026
Three earn Phi Beta Kappa teaching honor
May 27, 2026