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Featured stories in the latest issue

Bringing stars back to the sea

UW scientists in the San Juan Islands are working to help sea stars grow and thrive once again.

WATCH THE VIDEO

Mission to mitigate methane

Professor Mary Lidstrom’s lab is working to reduce global warming emissions with methane-munching bacteria.

FIND OUT HOW

Championing worker health

Assistant Professor Diana Ceballos partners with local government to reduce chemical exposure for workers in hazardous jobs.

READ HER STORY