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Sparking curiosity through disagreement
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Report calls for ‘better guardrails’ but not a blanket ban on fossil fuel funding
News
Citing the need for a robust and diverse approach to climate solutions, a Stanford committee recommended against prohibiting research funds from fossil fuel companies.
Revisiting the Cambrian explosion’s spark
Research
New research provides the clearest evidence to date that a rapid burst of evolution 540 million years ago could have been caused by a small increase in oxygen in Earth’s atmosphere and shallow ocean waters.
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New compound supercharges naloxone
Research
Researchers combed through billions of compounds to find one that could enhance naloxone’s ability to fend off more potent opioids, with promising results.
Meet the Class of ’24
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A ‘waterbender’ pursues his global goal
Profile
Ahmad Koya, who graduated with a degree in environmental engineering in June, aims to help improve water systems around the world.
Congratulations, graduates!
Video
On Sunday, Stanford awarded 1,838 bachelor’s degrees, 2,575 master’s degrees, and 1,003 doctoral degrees. Watch the highlights from the Commencement ceremony.
Messages from Leadership
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This morning’s occupation of Building 10
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In the news
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We figured most of this out by playing with a piece of paper.”
Manu Prakash, associate professor of bioengineering, on discovering how the single-celled lacrymaria olor extends its origami-like neck.
Campus Resources:Resources for campus events, safety, and well-being
In a time of heightened anxiety and concern in light of the events in Israel and Gaza, this page provides information and resources for students, as well as for other members of the Stanford community.