Faculty

Insights into groundbreaking faculty research, innovative projects, and academic thought leadership across Harvard’s schools and institutes.

A colleague remembers the late Harvard professor and child psychiatrist, who died this month.

by Alex Harris

There’s a growing movement to curb light pollution. It starts on your front porch.

by Matt Crossman

A roundup of University news from the spring of 2026

The retired government professor has been a rare conservative voice on campus for decades.

by Joanna M Weiss

With a grade inflation vote and in the courts, the University argued that it’s taking steps to change.

by Joanna M Weiss

Faculty Set to Vote on Grade Inflation Proposal

Results of the email ballot will be announced on May 20.

by Joanna M Weiss

Jason Furman to Lead Center for Business and Government

The new director of Harvard Kennedy School’s Mossavar-Rahmani Center bridges economic research and policy.

by Jonathan Shaw

Harvard Awards Teaching and Mentoring Prizes

Harvard College and GSAS recognize outstanding faculty contributors.

by Joanna M Weiss

‘Don’t Hold Your Breath’ for the Return of Low Interest Rates

Harvard economist Kenneth Rogoff discusses the global forces driving up borrowing costs.

by Olivia Farrar

New Books from Harvard Authors

Bad Bunny, spider fears, healthcare policy, and more

by Gabriella Gage

How the American Revolution Freed a Future Abolitionist

Darby Vassall, an enslaved child freed after the Battle of Bunker Hill, dedicated his life to fighting for liberty.

by Lydialyle Gibson