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Dozens of Japanese American Stanford students were corralled in camps during World War II. Even as their lives were put on pause, some stayed connected to the Farm.
Young Blood and the Search for Biological Immortality
If you put young blood into old mice, they—and their cells—will appear biologically younger. Harnessing this to remedy the ills of human aging while avoiding premature commercialization is the puzzle of a lifetime.
by Deni Ellis Béchard
On Lockdown, from Milan
‘Imagine that in 10 days you’re likely to be faced with the same situation.’
Giving Away Silicon Valley’s Billions
How Nicole Taylor, ’90, MA ’91, plans to put the ‘community’ back in ‘community foundation.’
by Melinda Sacks
The Problem With Philanthropy
It's an exercise in power, says Stanford political scientist Rob Reich, MA '98, PhD '98.
by Melinda Sacks
The Giving Circle
Alumnae and friends pool their funds for greater impact.
by Melinda Sacks
Shooting for a Better Deal
WNBA Players Association president Nneka Ogwumke discusses new collective bargaining agreement.
by Ramona Shelburne
They’ve Got Game
Pro basketball is a powerful social and cultural force. These former Cardinal players aim to keep it that way.
by Deni Ellis Béchard
What the Kids Are Saying These Days
A Stanford scholar helps the world analyze how children acquire language differently—and just how much they have in common.
by Deni Ellis Béchard
The Curious Case of Thomas Welton Stanford
How Leland’s brother (accidentally) helped psychology come of age.
by Jonathan Fetter-Vorm
An Existential Moment for Democracy?
Stanford University scholars discuss democracy’s decline worldwide and the role of the United States in preserving it.
by Jill Patton
