March 3, 2010
In This Corner
Medical Makeover
A smart, comprehensive effort has transformed the Sackler Center from top to bottom. We provide a user’s guide to the new space
Ask The Professor
What are sunspots, and do they affect the Earth’s weather?
This month’s expert, Kenneth R. Lang, professor of astronomy, responds:
Finding the Triggers for Parkinson’s Disease
Environmental engineer Kurt Pennell is investigating how pesticides and other common chemicals may linger in the brain and spur the illness on
Obama Taps Bacow for Higher Education Initiative
Tufts president appointed to Board of Advisors on Historically Black Colleges and Universities
A Virtual Race to Fitness
The Trek to Talloires program has the Tufts community getting in shape—and having fun
OCD: Dobermans to the Rescue
A gene linked to obsessive-compulsive disorder in dogs could lead to a better understanding of the condition in humans
The Terrorist Financing Fallacy
Think a lack of money will stop groups like al-Qaeda? Not likely
Briefs
Presidential Search
Committee seeking next university leader includes broad cross-section of the Tufts community
New Weapon in Fight against Deadly Toxins
Research findings might have implications for treatment of poisonous substances
A&S Dean Search Committee
Faculty, staff and students are represented on the panel
Kudos for Public Service
Tufts is named to the President’s Honor Roll for Community Service
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