Mapping the Amazon Alumnus Mark Plotkin traces the footsteps of explorer Alexander Hamilton Rice 2.14.13
Seeing and Observing The “Literally Psyched” columnist on Sherlock Holmes, perception, and mental prowess
A Cucumber Coil Conundrum In the plant’s tendrils, L. Mahadevan and colleagues discover a new type of spring.
Cheating the Reaper New study reveals just how many years of life are added by varying levels of exercise.
As Many Books as Possible Short of Bankruptcy At its centennial, Harvard University Press continues publishing books, while vastly expanding its digital products.
Allston: The Killer App Harvard proposes moving the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences to the University’s expanded campus.
Harvard Portrait: Abigail Donovan and Laura Prager The pediatric psychiatrists’ book depicts emergency-room experiences with mentally ill children.
“We All Can Do Better” Harvard College imposes penalties severe following investigation of undergraduate academic misconduct
The Corporation Reports Three Fellows offer a briefing on the effects of reforming the University’s senior governing board.
Brevia Harvard news: Allston development, education dean departs, social investing, multimillion-dollar gifts to universities, and more