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A bean for all seasons?
Case Western Reserve biologist explores wider uses for Namibian “orphan legume;” Marama bean grows in drought conditions and shows resistance to pests Biology professor and researcher Christopher Cullis said he pondered two big questions when he first caught sight of the wild marama bean plant, its...
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Two Class of 2019 alumnae win Fulbright U.S. Student Program grants
Two of Case Western Reserve University’s Class of 2019 graduates will gain international experiences in the coming months as recipients of Fulbright U.S. Student Program grants. Jasmin Bhangu, who majored in biology and business management, received an English Teaching Assistant Grant in Poland, wh...
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To ignite curiosity in experimental music, student stages Re:Sound Festival in Cleveland
In early June, a Case Western Reserve University student will bring an adventurous spate of creators and performers from around the country to Cleveland for a festival of new and experimental music. Sophie Benn Re:Sound, now in its second year, is staged by the Cleveland Uncommon Sound Project (CU...
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Capturing the enduring appeal of mid-century decor from Sweden
Creating the exhibition Swedish Modern Design, on display at Cleveland Museum of Art, Case Western Reserve University students trace the influence of Swedish interior design from the 1920s to today Stepping inside a middle-class home in Sweden 60 years ago would probably look and feel a little fami...
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What’s next? Eight outstanding CWRU grads share their on-campus experiences—and post-graduation plans
This Sunday, May 19, approximately 2,000 Case Western Reserve University students will take part in commencement ceremonies, beginning with the university-wide convocation at 9:30 a.m. in the Veale Convocation, Recreation and Athletic Center and followed by diploma ceremonies throughout the day. Be...
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Collaboration is key to sociology professor, Diekhoff winner Brian Gran's approach with students
When Brian Gran began his career in academia nearly 20 years ago, “collaboration” wasn’t as common a term or practice as it is today. But his areas of expertise—law and society, human rights and health policy—couldn’t fit into a single discipline if they were to be taught effectively, Gran said. In...
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Bringing Shakespeare alive through teaching and technology, Maggie Vinter wins Diekhoff Award
Having never led a classroom before, Maggie Vinter moved to Japan in her early 20s to become a teacher of English as a second language to middle schoolers. “Seeing students go from not knowing to knowing—experiencing ideas as brand new—I found a love for teaching,” said Vinter, assistant professor...
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Deer, invasive earthworms gang up to damage forested areas
Case Western Reserve biologists say combined effect of two species could be harming Ohio’s forest ecosystems; research could inform deer-park management An overpopulation of whitetailed deer is contributing to the spread of invasive earthworms—a newly discovered link to understanding environmental ...
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Case Western Reserve University researchers partnering in statewide consortium to address Ohio’s opioid epidemic
$65.9 million federal grant supports multifaceted initiative to cut overdoses by 40% in three years; involves experts from six universities With a $65.9 million National Institutes of Health (NIH) grant to address Ohio’s opioid epidemic, a consortium of academic, state and community partners—inclu...
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Students, alumni chosen for National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program
The National Science Foundation (NSF) named four current Case Western Reserve University students and several alumni to the Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) for 2019. GRFP supports outstanding graduate students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics pursuing master’s or doc...