By targeting a specific area of the brain, researchers at Washington State University may now hold the key to curbing the debilitating symptoms of alcohol withdrawal that push many people […]
Washington State University PhD candidate Jordan J. Thompson is integrating geochemistry and Indigenous oral traditions to uncover how humans historically engaged with mountain landscapes. Through excavations in the Bitterroot Mountains and collaborations with Nez Perce elders, Thompson investigates lithic technologies, conveyance zones, and ethnogeology—bridging archaeological evidence with cultural knowledge to better understand long-term human-environment interactions.
What causes us to sleep? The answer may lie not only in our brains, but in their complex interplay with the micro-organisms spawned in our intestines. New research from Washington […]
A year after launching, Washington State University’s EschLEAD program is expanding with new faculty, industry partnerships, and an advisory board to help make undergraduate science degrees more relevant and connect students to […]
A WSU study found that the Apollo Neuro™ therapeutic wearable may reduce burnout and improve wellbeing in medical and pharmacy students. In a 12-week trial, users reported less emotional exhaustion and depersonalization, suggesting the device is a practical, low-burden tool for stress management.
Washington State University is leading a federally funded $4M ARPA-E project to build a proof-of-concept EV charging station that makes carbon-negative electricity from low-cost bioethanol. The off-grid system converts bioethanol to hydrogen (and liquid bicarbonate) in one step at lower temperatures, stores power in recycled batteries, and eliminates the need to transport high-pressure hydrogen.
Washington State University researchers developed a robotic strawberry harvester using AI vision, silicone grippers, and a fan system to gently move leaves. The system detected hidden fruit with 93% accuracy and 74% picking efficiency, offering a promising tool for the $20B strawberry industry.
Washington State University has been named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research (CAE-R) by the NSA, one of only five in the Pacific Northwest. This designation recognizes WSU’s leadership in cybersecurity education and research, including its VICEROY CySER program, which trains ROTC and DOD workers for cyber operations and defense, as well as NSF-funded programs and international AI cybersecurity collaborations. The NSA honor opens new opportunities for students, faculty, and national partnerships.
A WSU study of India’s 2016 financial crisis reveals how political dynamics—beyond just capital—can influence entrepreneurs’ decisions and innovation outcomes.
A debut lecture series from the College of Arts and Sciences aims to invigorate the innovative spirit of all aspiring Cougar inventors and creators. The CAS Innovation Leaders Lecture Series […]
A two-year, $9.6 million effort led in part by Washington State University will help provide a better understanding of the spread and impact of the deadly Rift Valley fever virus in […]
Dr. Lois James of WSU led a multi-year study to combat police fatigue in Seattle. Her team developed an eight-week training program focused on sleep, nutrition, and stress management. Over 400 SPD officers participated, with results showing improved well-being and job performance. The project is one of the first large-scale trials to test fatigue risk-management in policing, offering a model for safer, healthier law enforcement.
WSU partners with the Washington State Fair for the exhibit “Our Food, Our Farms, Our Washington,” highlighting the state’s agricultural economy and WSU’s role in innovation and outreach.
Washington State University is leading a federally funded $4M ARPA-E project to build a proof-of-concept EV charging station that makes carbon-negative electricity from low-cost bioethanol. The off-grid system converts bioethanol to hydrogen (and liquid bicarbonate) in one step at lower temperatures, stores power in recycled batteries and eliminates the need to transport high-pressure hydrogen.
A new WSU study led by Professor Kanako Hayashi reveals that cannabis use by pregnant and nursing mothers may delay development in offspring across generations. Mice exposed to cannabis gave birth to smaller daughters with delayed puberty and irregular cycles, though effects diminished in later generations. The findings highlight potential long-term risks of maternal cannabis use, even as public perception of its safety remains high.
Washington State University is leading the new National Urban Research & Extension Center (NUREC), a first-of-its-kind initiative to advance soil-free urban agriculture. By transforming rooftops, vertical farms, and repurposed spaces into thriving food hubs, the project strengthens local food security and builds sustainable systems for growing cities.
WSU Vancouver’s Electronic Literature Lab is developing The NEXT, an archive that preserves born-digital art and interactive literature. By securing long-term access to works created with now-obsolete technologies and early multimedia platforms, the project ensures these interactive creations remain available to scholars, students, and the public while advancing research in digital humanities and cultural preservation.
