Only a decade ago, the thought of taking a pill to enhance longevity would have been equivalent for many to the idea of time travel, but now researchers at the School of Medicine are studying the active component of a timeless drink that may hold such a promise.
Despite the improving national economy, Chancellor Mark Wrighton reported earlier this September that as of June 30, 2009, the market value of Washington University’s endowment, about $4.2 billion, is down by 30 percent from its peak value two years ago, and the University anticipates an annual deficit of $30 million through fiscal 2011 and beyond.
In an effort to make science more accessible and engaging, Science on Tap is reaching out to Washington University students. Held in a bar, the program invites interested students to listen to short presentations given by University professors and participate in discussions while enjoying their favorite brew.
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