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Öberg to Lead Harvard Faculty Recruitment and Retention
The astrochemist will become senior vice provost for faculty affairs this summer.
From Harvard Law Books to Vegan Cookbooks
Nisha Vora’s vegan journey
An Underknown Twentieth Century Realist Artist
Brief life of an American realist artist and critic: 1907-1975
Social Interaction and Human Health
Why social interactions are as vital as food and water
Susan Farbstein on Human Rights Law
Human rights lawyer on law’s ability to promote justice—and shape public understanding
How Your Social Circle Affects Your Microbiome and Health
The microbiome may be socially exchanged, modulating both health and metabolism.
by Ann Thomas
Brain Mapping Suggests How Memories are Stored
A decade-long project to map a cubic millimeter of human brain reveals previously unimagined architectures.
What is the Economic Impact of Climate Change on Global GDP?
The impact on global GDP is likely six times greater than previously estimated.
Remembering Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan at Harvard Radcliffe
On a Radcliffe-Harvard memorial to remarkable figures
Harvard Overhauls Disciplinary Procedures
To cope with violations of University statement on rights and responsibilities
Harvard’s Development Chief Departs
Brian Lee to step down at end of 2024