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1 week ago

Stanford, UCSF launch cancer research and care collaboration

A landmark collaboration aims to revolutionize cancer research and treatment development with significant financial backing.
#protest
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Stanford researchers develop new tool to measure biological age

A new tool can compute the biological age of human organs from a single vial of blood, potentially transforming healthcare.
#water-polo
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago
Higher education

'Tough love' coaching style prompts abuse concerns on Stanford's water polo team

SF parents
fromwww.ocregister.com
3 months ago

Former Stanford attorney to investigate water polo coach Brian Flacks

Stanford has initiated a new investigation into allegations of retaliation by water polo coach Brian Flacks following a previous inquiry into abuse claims.
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago
Higher education

'Tough love' coaching style prompts abuse concerns on Stanford's water polo team

SF parents
fromwww.ocregister.com
3 months ago

Former Stanford attorney to investigate water polo coach Brian Flacks

Stanford has initiated a new investigation into allegations of retaliation by water polo coach Brian Flacks following a previous inquiry into abuse claims.
US news
fromGameSpot
3 weeks ago

The Most Ridiculous Mascots In College Football 26

Stanford has no official mascot but is represented by the unofficial Tree mascot at sporting events.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

S.F. Ballet dancer, Stanford student: A young artist's balancing act

"I had been that overwhelmed undergraduate in real life, trying to keep up with demanding economics classes at Stanford University, while simultaneously dancing during a 46-week season as a member of San Francisco's corps de ballet."
San Francisco
#budget-cuts
fromFortune Well
1 month ago

A scientific breakthrough researchers call 'magic' could transform stroke treatment

The milli-spinner technology may significantly improve the removal of blood clots in stroke treatment.
#steve-jobs
Apple
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Read Steve Jobs' Stanford speech notes 20 years later

Jobs emphasized themes of intuition, morality, and personal growth in his Stanford speech, utilizing personal anecdotes to inspire a diverse audience.
Apple
fromWIRED
1 month ago

How Steve Jobs Wrote the Greatest Commencement Speech Ever

Steve Jobs transformed from reluctant speaker to delivering a historic commencement address at Stanford, showcasing personal struggles and insights.
Apple
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Read Steve Jobs' Stanford speech notes 20 years later

Jobs emphasized themes of intuition, morality, and personal growth in his Stanford speech, utilizing personal anecdotes to inspire a diverse audience.
Apple
fromWIRED
1 month ago

How Steve Jobs Wrote the Greatest Commencement Speech Ever

Steve Jobs transformed from reluctant speaker to delivering a historic commencement address at Stanford, showcasing personal struggles and insights.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Meet Steve Jobs' youngest daughter, Eve Jobs, an equestrian and model making a name for herself outside Silicon Valley

Eve Jobs is a talented equestrian and model, known for her strong personality, and has found her own path outside of tech.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

To get from experience to emotion, the brain hits 'sustain'

"The thing about emotion is it generalizes. It puts the brain into a broader state," says Dr. Karl Deisseroth, a psychiatrist and professor at Stanford University.
US news
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Stanford student fatally struck by driver while riding e-bike on campus

Stanford University sophomore Aradshar Chaddar died after being struck by a vehicle while biking on campus.
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1 month ago

Stanford student on e-bike dies in 3 a.m. accident

A Stanford student, Chad Chaddar, tragically died in a car accident on campus while riding his bike.
#education
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Proposed endowment tax would hit Stanford hard

Stanford would face a tax increase from $17 million to $248 million annually under the proposed tax bill, threatening financial aid and employee support.
Fundraising
Arts
fromTheartnewspaper
2 months ago

Stanford University acquires Filipina American artist Pacita Abad's archive

Pacita Abad's archives enhance the study of Asian American art at Stanford University.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Stanford protesters enter day 10 of hunger strike calling for divestment

The hunger strike began May 12 with 15 students, faculty and staff pledging to stop eating until the university meets a list of demands, including calling for Stanford to divest from companies linked to Israel's war in Gaza.
Silicon Valley food
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Stanford declines to discuss Israeli divestment as hunger strike protestors vow to grow numbers

Stanford University rejects divestment demands amid student hunger strike concerning investments linked to Israel.
US news
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Bombshell report suggests 'Chinese spies' infiltrated Stanford University

Chinese Communist Party spies potentially infiltrated Stanford University to gather intelligence on students.
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

David Stephen Prince Hopkins

David Hopkins was a renowned figure in healthcare policy and operations research who passed away in an ocean accident.
fromFuncheap
3 months ago

Illana Zauderer: Homecoming (Stanford)

"I love it...she's that good, running away with it." -Ronn Owens, KGO-Radio
San Francisco
#drug-trafficking
SF parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Stanford Protesters Charged With Felonies for Pro-Palestinian Occupation

Pro-Palestinian protesters at Stanford face felony charges for administrative office break-ins, marking a significant legal escalation in campus protest responses.
US news
fromPadailypost
3 months ago

Trump administration revokes visas of Stanford students

The Trump administration revoked visas for Stanford students linked to pro-Palestinian activism, part of a wider crackdown on perceived supporters of Hamas.
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago

Stanford University to host town halls amid funding uncertainties, federal scrutiny

Stanford University faces funding challenges and federal scrutiny regarding race-based admissions policies, prompting hiring freezes and plans for town hall discussions.
US news
fromPadailypost
4 months ago

Department of Justice opens investigation into Stanford

DOJ investigations into Stanford and UC schools focus on potential race discrimination in admissions tied to DEI policies.
OMG science
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 months ago

Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability continues climate innovation despite federal setbacks

Stanford's Doerr School is developing innovations to address urgent sustainability challenges amidst a politically charged environment.
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

Reports: Stanford coach bullied athletics staff

Stanford head football coach Troy Taylor bullied and belittled female athletic staffers, and made inappropriate comments about their appearance according to documents obtained by ESPN.
SF parents
SF parents
fromPadailypost
4 months ago

Stanford wants Katie Meyer's former teammates to divulge personal information

Stanford is seeking further documents in response to a lawsuit filed by the parents of soccer player Katie Meyer, who died by suicide.
fromPadailypost
4 months ago

Overdose victim whose parents are suing Stanford bragged about drug use

The lawsuit claims Stanford ignored health warnings about counterfeit pills, contributing to a drug culture that impacted Eitan Weiner's tragic overdose.
fromPadailypost
4 months ago

Opinion: Stanford's preparing for a storm

Stanford is facing significant institutional challenges, leading to major changes in DEI programs, hiring freezes, and addressing antisemitism on campus.
OMG science
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Scientists discover the 'true origin of life'

Microlightning from crashing waterfalls and ocean waves may have initiated life on Earth by forming organic molecules essential for DNA.
The study challenges traditional views of life’s origin by suggesting consistent microlightning chemical reactions were more frequent than rare lightning strikes.
San Francisco Giants
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

From the library to the ring: How Stanford's Dante Kirkman is punching his way to greatness

Dante Kirkman balances rigorous academic life at Stanford with his boxing aspirations, training intensely to pursue his dream of becoming a world champion.
Golden State Warriors
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Latest line: A good week for Joe Lacob, a bad week for Elizabeth Holmes

The Golden State Warriors' valuation soared to $9.4 billion under Joe Lacob's ownership since 2010.
Elizabeth Holmes' fraud conviction and 11-year sentence were reaffirmed by appeals court decisions.
Stanford University imposes a hiring freeze amid concerns over federal research funding reductions.
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
4 months ago

Fired Scientist Replaced Data in Breast Cancer With the Wildest Thing You Can Imagine

Tampering with research data can lead to serious legal consequences, as exemplified by a former Stanford researcher convicted for misconduct.
#hiring-freeze
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Stanford University freezes hiring amid potential federal funding cuts

Stanford University has imposed a hiring freeze due to financial concerns related to pending federal funding cuts.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
5 months ago

Stanford goes into austerity mode - freezes hiring after dropping Belmont expansion

Stanford University is freezing hiring due to anticipated federal funding cuts and risks to its budget.
Hiring freeze affects only a portion of recruiting activities.
Endowment plays a crucial role in the university's financial health.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Stanford University freezes hiring amid potential federal funding cuts

Stanford University has imposed a hiring freeze due to financial concerns related to pending federal funding cuts.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
5 months ago

Stanford goes into austerity mode - freezes hiring after dropping Belmont expansion

Stanford University is freezing hiring due to anticipated federal funding cuts and risks to its budget.
Hiring freeze affects only a portion of recruiting activities.
Endowment plays a crucial role in the university's financial health.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago

Stanford implements hiring freeze amid concerns over cuts to funding

Stanford University is implementing a hiring freeze due to proposed federal funding cuts and financial uncertainties.
#notre-dame-de-namur-university
fromPadailypost
5 months ago

Stanford passes on Belmont purchase

Stanford decided against purchasing Notre Dame de Namur University's campus in Belmont, stating the delay in finding a suitable academic department was longer than anticipated.
Silicon Valley real estate
Cancer
fromThe Mercury News
5 months ago

Ex-Stanford research coordinator convicted of tampering with cancer study database

A former Stanford employee was convicted of tampering with a breast cancer research database after being fired.
fromThe Mercury News
5 months ago

Officials cut the ribbon on luxury apartments in Mountain View

This development is increasing much-needed housing, including below-market units, in our city and provides another option for people to live where they work and play.
Silicon Valley real estate
SF music
fromSFGATE
5 months ago

Bay Area university helps rock legend unretire from touring

Paul Simon returns to touring after years of retirement, aided by advancements in hearing loss treatment from Stanford researchers.
fromBusiness Matters
6 months ago

Rishi Sunak returns to alma mater with new Oxford and Stanford fellowships

Sunak's transition to academic life marks his first official move since returning to the backbenches, allowing him to address global economic and security challenges.
Miscellaneous
fromSFGATE
6 months ago

Stanford researchers' flu vaccine breakthrough could help US fight bird flu

Mark Davis, a microbiology and immunology professor at Stanford, emphasized that the current flu vaccine has shown effectiveness rates between 20% and 80%, mainly due to immunity being largely directed towards a single strain. He indicated this limitation poses a significant challenge as various flu strains circulate annually, thus necessitating innovative approaches to enhance vaccine efficacy across many more variants.
OMG science
Artificial intelligence
fromSemafor
8 months ago

Stanford's AI Center names US the top AI ecosystem, China follows | Semafor

The US leads the AI ecosystem globally despite lacking robust federal governance, primarily due to strong models, investments, and responsible AI research.
fromAbove the Law
9 months ago

U.S. News Law School Rankings Prediction Sees A Huge, Historic Change At The Top

Predictions suggest Stanford may overtake Yale as the top law school according to upcoming U.S. News rankings.
Methodological changes are possible, impacting ranking outcomes.
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