Science ·
To the Point: What Are the Dangers and Responsibilities Involved in Transporting Hazardous Chemicals across the Nation by Train?
Professor and chemist Matthew Hartings answers our question of the week
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Environment ·
DC Competition Rewards Sustainable Commuting
Lace up your sneakers and log your trip to work—even if it’s a home office—for a chance to win Nationals tickets, gift cards, and more.
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A Bountiful Future: AU Student Crafting Sustainable Food Plan for DC Public Schools
Driven by the desire to create equitable food systems for underserved communities, public health major Ekua Hudson, CAS/BA ’24, is teaching herself how to design and build sustainable hydroponic farms to help feed Washingtonians.
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AU Launches New Online MS Data Science Degree
Degree designed for working professionals; prepares graduates for successful careers in data science
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To the Point: What Causes Earthquakes, and Is Climate Change Involved?
Professor of Environmental Science Stephen MacAvoy answers our question of the week
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Your Guide To: Composting in Small Spaces
Megan Litke, AU’s director of sustainability, breaks down how composting even in tiny spaces can have a big impact on our plants and our planet.
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Technology ·
Book Review - No Shortcuts: Why States Struggle to Develop a Military Cyber-Force
This is a book review of Max Smeets's, No Shortcuts: Why States Struggle to Develop a Military Cyber-Force, written by Jake Sepich.
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Environment ·
Campus Race to Zero Waste Tips Off Wednesday, Feb. 1 at Annual Men’s Basketball Game
Part of an eight-week national competition to reduce waste produced on campus
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Four Questions about HSBC’s Commitment to Stop Funding Oil and Gas Projects
SIS professor David Simpson talks about HSBC’s recent announcement to stop financing new oil and gas projects and the effect this policy change will have on global emissions.
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AU Scientists and Local Advocates Team Up to Protect Water and Air Quality
Environmental Science Professors Karen Knee and Valentina Aquila team up with advocates to monitor effects of fracking and new urban construction
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