Washington University

Washington University is conducting a study funded by the National Institute of Mental Health to look at the psychiatric toll of divorce on children.

Research from Washington University is the first to identify a direct link between cognition and animal response to climate change.

Early in the coronavirus pandemic, concentrations of a harmful air pollutant dropped by more than 30% on average worldwide, Washington University researchers have found.

Medical experts are currently conducting a clinical trial as part of ongoing research to test whether a more tailored vaccine could better reduce the spread of the omicron variant.

Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis said the state’s actions on COVID and funding for public health are hurting efforts to curb COVID, especially among communities of color.

Emma Lembke couldn’t wait to use social media. But by high school, she found herself disgusted with her apps. Now the founder and former CEO of Log Off is building a movement for change as a 19-year-old.

A new study suggests that even more than sleep quantity, sleep consistency is critical for young adults’ happiness and cognitive functioning.

Washington University instructor Quinn Tyminski and her students have made big inroads with St. Louis’ homeless community. Their weekly occupational therapy clinic seeks to help people move from surviving to thriving.

Washington University recently received millions of dollars in grant money that researchers hope will turn the tide on Alzheimer’s research.

By studying bedrock river erosion, researchers at Wash U hope to develop a better understanding of how rivers may react to future flooding events.