Science
Candy for the Brain
In his lecture, "Brain Candy: How Desserts Slow the Passage of Time", Bill Yosses, White House Executive Pastry Chef, speaks about and demonstrates the physical reactions behind some of his exotic dessert dishes. As part of the public lecture series of the new Science and Cooking class, Yosses wowed the audience with his chocolate mousse, flavored marshmellow, and interesting opinions about the food world.
Drew Faust Lobbies in D.C. for Stem Cell Research Funding
University President Drew G. Faust lobbied lawmakers on Capitol Hill yesterday to ensure funding for human embryonic stem cell research.
Sophomore Studies Genetics and Fruit Flies in Bonn, Germany
Nataliya Nedzhvetskaya ’13 spent her summer conducting research in a genetics lab in Bonn, Germany.
Students Assess Quality of Health Care Facilities in Tanzania
This past summer, four Harvard students traveled to Tanzania to work with the private medical sector and propose ways to improve the quality of health care offered.
Science and Art Mix in Trento, Italy
Optical illusions in theatres, old Roman streets, and even the Vatican were just one way that Harvard students engaged with life in Italy.
In Shanghai, Life Sciences Students Find Core Similarities and Broader Goals
Harvard students working in Shanghai learn and research alongside Chinese undergraduates.
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Lea Hachigian ’12, Andrew Iannone ’12, Joanna Li’ 12, Jack Turban ’11, Jennifer Ding ’13, Jennifer Batel ’12, and Janelle Lambert ’12 studied art and science in Italy this summer.
Low-carb Diets May Negatively Affect Health
A low-carbohydrate diet with protein and fats primarily from meats may increase susceptibility to heart disease or cancer more so than a high-carbohydrate diet, according to a study published last week by researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health.
Hauser Losing Tenure Not Likely, Harvard’s History Shows
Some in the scientific community question whether psychology professor Marc D. Hauser, who faces allegations of research misconduct, should keep his teaching position at Harvard.
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Several freshmen stargaze by the telescopes on the roof of the Science Center yesterday evening as Allyson Bieryla, Astronomy Lab and Telescope Manager, points out salient celestial objects. The telescopes and roof were opened to promote the General Education course SPU21: Stellar Measures of the Universe.
Cambrian Explosion
The Harvard College Undergraduate Research Association hosts an introductory event for freshmen at the Queens Head Pub on Saturday night, providing information about the organization as well as live entertainment, trivia, and snacks.
