The Wisconsin Week Wire — Nov. 28, 2007
Top News
Scientists guide human skin cells to embryonic state
In a paper published Nov. 22 in the online edition of the journal Science, a team of UW–Madison researchers reported the genetic reprogramming of human skin cells to create cells indistinguishable from embryonic stem cells.
Statement on federal court consent decree on Charter Street Heating Plant
Alan Fish, associate vice chancellor for facilities, issued a statement regarding the Charter Street Heating Plant.
Research
Nanotech’s health, environment impacts worry scientists
The unknown human health and environmental impacts of nanotechnology are a bigger worry for scientists than for the public, according to a new report published Nov. 25 in the journal Nature Nanotechnology.
On Campus
Events calendar
Alumni association offers official bowl tours
The Badgers are headed to their 19th bowl appearance, and fans can get a true Badger bowl experience with the Wisconsin Alumni Association’s official tour for alumni and friends.
Forestry club to sell trees at Stock Pavilion
The Forestry Club will sell Fraser fir, balsam fir and white pine Christmas trees and Fraser fir wreaths at the Stock Pavilion from Friday–Sunday, Nov. 30–Dec. 2.
Students urged to assess fire safety
In the wake of Nov. 18’s downtown fire, UW–Madison students are urged to take time to inspect their houses, apartments or residence hall rooms for potential fire risks.
Encyclopedia documents journalism’s past
The evolution and history of American journalism, from 17th-century colonial times to the rise of contemporary blogging culture and digital photography, is chronicled in the newly released “Encyclopedia of America Journalism,” edited by a UW–Madison professor.
Big Ten Network deal funds financial aid, libraries, athletics
A minimum revenue guarantee of more than $6.1 million from the Big Ten Network will make it possible to increase need-based scholarships, enhance campus libraries and keep UW–Madison athletics competitive, say Chancellor John Wiley and Director of Athletics Barry Alvarez.
Milestones
Interim dean of continuing studies named
Marv Van Kekerix, provost and vice chancellor of UW-Extension, will be interim vice provost for lifelong learning and dean of the Division of Continuing Studies.
Community
Book documents economic, health disparities in retirement
A new book by a UW–Madison professor outlines the reasons behind gender gaps in retirement and how policy proposals would affect older adults.