Stanford Creates Water Calculator for Greener Companies
A new tool helps companies measure their real water impact and find the best ways to improve it. The index could end the confusion around corporate water use reporting.
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AI Coach Makes Peer Reviews 30% More Constructive
Stanford researchers created an AI system that helps scientists write better, kinder peer reviews. The tool analyzed 20,000 reviews and helped reviewers be more specific and professional.
New Nasal Vaccine Protects Mice Against Viruses and Germs
Scientists developed a nasal spray vaccine that protected mice from COVID, flu, bacteria, and even allergens for months. Unlike typical vaccines, it activates the body's first-line defense system to fight multiple threats at once.
Scientists Map Hidden Earthquakes Deep in Earth's Mantle
Stanford researchers created the first global map of rare earthquakes that happen deep in Earth's mantle, not just the crust. The breakthrough could unlock secrets about how all earthquakes begin.
Brain Scans Predict Which Wildlife Photos Inspire Donations
Stanford researchers discovered that brain activity can forecast which animal images will get people to donate to conservation causes. The breakthrough could help environmental groups create more effective campaigns that save wildlife.
Nigeria Turns Lab Discoveries Into Patient Treatments
Nigeria is closing the gap between scientific research and real healthcare through a new partnership with Stanford University. African scientists are getting hands-on training to transform their laboratory breakthroughs into treatments that reach patients.
Stanford's Light Trap Could Power Million-Qubit Computers
Scientists at Stanford just solved one of quantum computing's biggest scaling problems with tiny light traps that read multiple qubits at once. This breakthrough could finally make quantum supercomputers with millions of qubits a reality.
Stanford Honors Katie Meyer With Award and Jersey Retirement
Stanford University and the family of soccer star Katie Meyer reached a settlement that will create a lasting legacy in her name. The agreement brings positive change to how universities support students facing disciplinary proceedings.
Stanford's Silver Fix Makes Safer Batteries 5x Stronger
Stanford researchers cracked the code on solid-state batteries by coating them with silver thinner than a human hair. This simple treatment could finally unlock batteries that charge faster, last longer, and never catch fire.