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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

NYU administrators stand outside Tandon’s new clean room

NYU Tandon Welcomes Brooklyn’s First Cleanroom for Advancing Technology

Sarah Jackson, Deputy News Editor Apr 30, 2018
The facility will be used to develop sensitive hardware and eliminates the threat of contamination.
The New York Botanical Garden, which will be holding a special Earth Day Celebration at the end of its annual Orchid Show.

Find a Park to Celebrate Earth Day

Sherry Yan, Staff Writer Apr 20, 2018
Save the trees. Save the bees. Here's what you could be doing this Earth Day.
Why I Marched for Science

Why I Marched for Science

Tyler Crews, Opinion Editor Apr 16, 2018
As a humanities student, I tend to shy away from science. However, I marched with others on Saturday because I recognize the need for science in policymaking.
March for Science on Apr. 14, 2018.

March Calls for a Scientific Solution

Kristina Hayhurst, Deputy News Editor Apr 16, 2018
Activists and educators gathered for the second annual March for Science this weekend. President Andrew Hamilton was among the speakers.
HUMOR: Pre-Med Students Put on Endangered Species List

HUMOR: Pre-Med Students Put on Endangered Species List

Mai Tran, Contributing Writer Mar 5, 2018
Pre-med students are going extinct.
Eric Kandel, a Nobel laureate, spoke at NYU Skirball alongside other neuroscientists and artists about the intersection between art and science.

The Intersection of Neuroscience and Art

Inspired by the hand-drawn brain renderings of Santiago Ramón y Cajal, the father of neuroscience, NYU hosted a panel of esteemed artists and neuroscientists to discuss how the two fields overlap and ultimately contribute to each other.
Kristina Hayhurst, Deputy News Editor Feb 7, 2018
NYU hosted Nobel laureate Eric Kandel yesterday to discuss the intersection of art and science.
Gene Editing is the Way of the Future

Gene Editing is the Way of the Future

Henry Cohen, Staff Writer Nov 20, 2017
In the face of such awesome potential, there has understandably been several ethical and practical concerns over CRISPR’s application, and while some are more valid than others, none outweigh the world of good that can be achieved by embracing this technology.

The confusion surrounding the true color of two toned apparel is according to how we perceive the source of light according to Pascal Wallisch, an assistant professor of Psychology at NYU.

‘The Dress’ Brings Polarizing Topics Out of the Closet

Christine Lee, Staff Writer Nov 20, 2017
Q&A with an NYU professor who did a research study about the science behind the blue or gold 'dress debate.'
White Men Win Nobel Prize Again

White Men Win Nobel Prize Again

Tyler Crews, Deputy Sports Editor Oct 16, 2017
When I look at the list of 2017 laureates, I do not feel inspired. I, a woman, am less likely to be recognized for my efforts in academics than a man.
NYU Doesn’t Reach Its Potential in Science

NYU Doesn’t Reach Its Potential in Science

Arushi Sahay, Contributing Writer Apr 20, 2017
The effort NYU has been making is staggering and we certainly must commend Hamilton for his effort, but there is still something to be desired from the science program at NYU. This is especially true for the casual scientist. For the person who isn’t majoring in science, but would still like to get involved, the lack of breadth in our programs make that difficult.
Daniel Lerner, co-professor of NYU’s popular “Science of Happiness” course. On Tuesday, Lerner published a book based on the class, titled “U Thrive: How to Succeed in College (and Life).”

Science of Happiness Professors Release Class-Based Book

Adriana Tapia, Contributing Writer Apr 19, 2017
If you can't take the "Science of Happiness" course, don't worry — the professors behind it have published a book based on the class.
Love Actually, a CAS class created by NYU faculty, is about the neurology and psychology of various types of love.

What Is Love, Actually?

Tiffanie Hwang, Staff Writer Apr 10, 2017
A CAS class called Love Actually, which allows students to explore the meaning of and science behind love, was recently featured in The Guardian.

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