November 1, 2003 Buckskin Diplomacy The objects Lewis and Clark acquired in negotiations with Indian nations have much to say. by Christopher Reed From The November-December 2003 Issue Published in the November-December 2003 print issue in the Features section. Read more articles by Christopher Reed Most popular A new proposed structure, layoffs, and a five-day-a-week in-person work mandate will take effect by fall. The Harvard Ballerina and Physicist Ballerina and quantum physicist Merritt Moore ’11 connects humans and machines. Harvard Weathers a Year of Turmoil The federal government has launched unprecedented actions against the University. Here’s a guide. Explore More From Current Issue Research New Harvard research finds octopuses go beyond sight and touch to find mates. Architecture & Design In a sea of red brick, the Science Center and Peabody Terrace make their mark. Alumni Profiles Nobel Prize recipient Joseph E. Murray dedicated much of his career to organ transplant surgery.