Faculty & Research
FAS Dean Outlines Preparations for Loss of Federal Funding
“To preserve our mission, we must act now,” Hoekstra says at faculty meeting
by Jonathan Shaw
Anti-obesity Drugs within Reach?
Using a stem-cell based screening method, Chad Cowan has found drugs that convert white fat cells to energy-consuming brown fat.
Harry R. Lewis Named Interim Engineering Dean [Updated]
Will lead Harvard's applied-sciences faculty during search
Sleep Deprivation in America
A program on the National Geographic Channel about sleep deprivation will feature several Harvard researchers.
“The World Is Waiting”
Harvard Medical School’s $750-million capital campaign
Ballmer Boosts Harvard Computer Science
Former Microsoft CEO supports 50 percent increase in faculty ranks.
The Challenges of Greener Cities
Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities hosts inaugural challenge conference.
The Emotions of Election Day
A Kennedy School working paper shows that losing elections can take a big toll on partisan voters’ happiness.
Arts and Sciences’ Inflection Point
Highlights from Dean Michael D. Smith’s annual report
Cherry Murray Steps Down as Engineering and Applied Sciences Dean
Led school during period of rapid growth—and huge ambitions
Divestment: Faculty Members Make Their Case
In a private meeting with University leaders and a public forum, faculty group pushes for divestment.