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Two-time Olympic champion Eileen Gu balances Stanford coursework, long-distance training in Tahoe, and public scrutiny over her representation of China, as described by her roommate Lauren Koong who portrays a grounded, hardworking student navigating fame.
Olympian Eileen Gu, who switched from competing for Team USA to representing China to maximize endorsement opportunities, says backlash over her Olympic allegiance led to harassment and even physical incidents at Stanford, including police involvement and death threats, according to her interview with The Athletic. Stanford has not publicly commented on the claims, while Gu continues to compete in Milan-Cortina 2026 and maintain a high profile around endorsements and national identity debates surrounding her decision.
Freestyle skier Eileen Gu says she was physically attacked on a Stanford street and received death threats after beginning to compete for China in 2019, with a dorm burglary and police involvement reported; The Athletic noted a petition to bar her admission. The piece also covers backlash from some U.S. figures and defense from supporters who say vitriol stems from racism and Sinophobia, while Gu argues she represents China because the U.S. already has sufficient representation and notes income connected to her ties to China.
Stanford and the family of Katie Meyer, the former Stanford women’s soccer goalkeeper who died by suicide in 2022, settled a wrongful-death lawsuit filed against the university. The agreement includes the creation of a Katie Meyer Leadership Award for Stanford student-athletes, retirement of Meyer's jersey, adoption of Katie Meyer's Law principles to aid students in disciplinary proceedings, and a joint effort to boost mental-health resources for student-athletes; the parties did not disclose any monetary terms.
A Stanford-led study tests SAINT (Stanford Accelerated Intelligent Neuromodulation Therapy), a five-day, high-precision, noninvasive brain-stimulation treatment for treatment-resistant depression. In the trial, about half of the 24 participants receiving SAINT remitted by one month, compared with about 21% in the placebo group. SAINT uses rapid magnetic pulses targeted at the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex via ten 10-minute sessions per day, delivering treatment faster and with greater precision than conventional TMS; the FDA cleared SAINT in 2022 and it’s offered at about 17 US clinics, though costs range roughly $16,000-$30,000 and insurance coverage varies. EEG data hint at biomarkers that could help predict who benefits, but more diverse studies are needed to confirm durability and broader applicability.
Recent research suggests that the shingles vaccine may reduce the risk of developing dementia by 20% and could have therapeutic benefits for those already diagnosed, based on a study of Welsh adults. The findings indicate potential for the vaccine to help prevent and treat dementia, although the exact mechanism remains unclear.
Recent research suggests that aging occurs in three accelerated bursts around ages 40, 60, and 80, rather than gradually, and scientists are exploring ways to understand and potentially counteract these bursts.
Research from Stanford University indicates that brain age, as measured by a blood test analyzing protein levels, can predict lifespan, with younger brain age associated with longer life and lower risk of diseases like Alzheimer's. The study suggests that brain health is a key factor in longevity, highlighting the importance of understanding and potentially targeting brain aging to improve health outcomes.
A burst water pipe at Stanford University's SDO Joint Science Operations Center has severely disrupted data processing for NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory and Interface Region Imaging Spectrograph spacecraft. While the flood caused extensive damage and will delay data processing until 2025, no incoming data is expected to be lost as the data capture systems remain functional. The spacecraft continue to operate normally, sending data back to Earth.
Stanford University has appointed former NFL quarterback Andrew Luck as the General Manager of its football program. Luck, a Stanford alumnus and former standout quarterback, will oversee all aspects of the Cardinal Football program, including recruiting, roster management, and alumni relations. Luck, who had a successful NFL career with the Indianapolis Colts, is known for his academic achievements and deep connection to Stanford. His appointment is seen as a strategic move to enhance the program's competitiveness in the evolving landscape of college athletics.
Former Stanford star quarterback Andrew Luck has been appointed as the general manager of Stanford's football program, a newly created role that encompasses both football and business operations. This move is seen as a potential model for structural changes in college football management. Luck, who has a deep connection to Stanford, aims to revitalize the program alongside head coach Troy Taylor, despite his lack of direct front office experience. The appointment reflects Stanford's commitment to innovation and alignment in its athletic department.
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford University professor and critic of the federal COVID-19 response, has been chosen by Donald Trump to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Bhattacharya, known for his work in health policy and economics, promises to implement reforms at the NIH.
Stanford University researchers have discovered that aging occurs at different rates in different organs, challenging the traditional view of aging as a uniform process. This new understanding, termed "organ aging," suggests that our biological age can differ from our chronological age, with some organs aging faster or slower than others. This variability can influence disease risk and longevity, and lifestyle factors like diet and exercise may impact organ aging. The research opens possibilities for personalized health strategies based on one's "ageotype," or the specific aging pattern of their organs.
Researchers from the Arc Institute and Stanford University have developed Evo, a 7-billion-parameter AI model capable of decoding and designing genetic sequences. Published in Science, Evo was trained on 2.7 million microbial genomes, allowing it to learn DNA evolution and design new microbial genomes. The model's ability to predict protein mutations in minutes, compared to years of human research, suggests significant potential for advancing synthetic biology and medical research.
A new study published in Nature reveals promising results for CAR-T therapy in treating diffuse intrinsic pontine gliomas (DIPG), a highly aggressive childhood brain tumor. Led by Michelle Monje-Deisseroth at Stanford University, the trial showed that four out of eleven patients experienced significant tumor reduction, with one patient remaining in complete remission 30 months post-treatment. Despite the high mortality rate, these findings offer hope for a condition previously deemed untreatable.