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Harvard and Yale are selling parts of their private equity portfolios at discounts amid economic turbulence, with some buyers using a technique called 'NAV squeezing' to potentially achieve windfalls of up to 1,000%, raising concerns about the transparency and valuation practices in private equity investments.
Yale scientists have developed a "Trojan horse" method to deliver anticancer drugs directly into tumor cells by targeting extracellular nucleic acids released from dying cells within tumors. This innovative approach shows promise for treating a wide range of cancers, including difficult-to-target brain tumors, and aims to minimize damage to healthy tissue.
A Yale student, Molly Smith, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at 21 after months of doctors dismissing her symptoms as dehydration or anxiety. Despite experiencing severe numbness in her hands and feet, she had to persistently advocate for herself to get proper medical attention. After finally being diagnosed, she underwent surgery and chemotherapy and is now in remission. Smith has started a nonprofit, Mission Mariposa, to empower young people and educate them about cancer, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare.
Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck's eldest daughter, Violet, has graduated high school and may be heading to Yale, as suggested by a sweater she wore in a graduation photo. Garner and Affleck, who met on the set of "Daredevil" and divorced in 2018, continue to co-parent their three children.
A Yale study found that the brain is more likely to remember images that are difficult to interpret, using a computational model to show that scenes hard to reconstruct are more memorable. This insight could help develop more efficient AI memory systems.
Two Yale professors, astrophysicist Priyamvada Natarajan and immunologist Akiko Iwasaki, have been named to Time Magazine's 2024 list of the 100 most influential people in the world. Their groundbreaking work in astrophysics and immunology has earned them this prestigious recognition, marking the first time in over a decade that a sitting member of the Yale faculty has been included in the list. Natarajan's theories on the universe and Iwasaki's research on the human body's response to viral infections have made significant impacts in their respective fields.
Yale has introduced its first retrofit smart lock system, the Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi, which can be installed in just 10 minutes using a screwdriver and works with most existing deadbolts. The system offers features like Auto-Lock, Auto-Unlock, and remote unlocking via the Yale Access app, and is renter-friendly, allowing continued use of the same keys. Additionally, the Yale Keypad, compatible with the Yale Approach and other products, offers personalized code access and weather resistance. Both items are available in the US, with plans for release in Canada, and are priced at $130 for the Yale Approach, $70 for the Yale Keypad, and $180 for a bundle.
Yale has launched its first retrofit smart door lock, the $129.99 Yale Approach with Wi-Fi, which attaches to the back of the door and works with a new wireless Yale Keypad. The lock includes smart features like auto-unlock and locking from a phone, and will have the option of a firmware upgrade to add Matter-over-Thread connectivity later this year. It is compatible with major smart home platforms except Apple Home and comes with a plug-in Yale Connect module to connect to Wi-Fi. The lock also supports a new wireless protocol called Matter, enabling compatibility with various smart home platforms.
The University of Idaho Marching Band stepped in for Yale's band at an NCAA Tournament game, wearing Yale T-shirts and calling themselves the "Vandogs." Their spirited performance and support contributed to Yale's victory over Auburn, prompting Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont to declare "University of Idaho Day" in honor of their generosity and sportsmanship, bridging the gap between the two states.
In an opinion column, the writer reflects on surprising upsets in the NCAA tournament, highlighting Yale's victory over the SEC champion Auburn. The SEC has struggled in the tournament, with Auburn's loss adding to the conference's woes. The writer questions the SEC commissioner's push for more at-large teams from power conferences, emphasizing the impact of underdog victories like Yale's. The column also mentions other unexpected upsets in the tournament, underscoring the struggle between elite leagues and smaller conferences.
The 2024 NCAA Tournament's first round saw top seeds like Purdue, UConn, and Houston secure dominant victories, with Purdue's Zach Edey delivering a historic performance. Yale pulled off a major upset against Auburn, while offensive explosions and surprising results marked the day. GCU, Utah State, James Madison, and Texas A&M also emerged victorious, setting the stage for an exciting second round.
No. 13 seed Yale pulls off a stunning upset against No. 4 seed Auburn in the first round of the NCAA tournament, with John Poulakidas scoring 28 points and Samson Aletan making a crucial block in the final seconds. Yale rallied from a 10-point deficit to win 78-76, advancing to face No. 5 seed San Diego State in the second round. Auburn, a pre-tournament favorite, saw their March Madness journey end early despite leading 68-58 with 7:27 left, as they missed crucial free throws and lost key player Chad Baker-Mazara to an ejection.
Former Auburn star and March Madness analyst Charles Barkley confidently predicted a Sweet 16 for the Tigers, only to see them upset by Yale in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Barkley acknowledged Yale's strong performance and expressed disappointment in Auburn's loss, admitting that it ruined a successful season. Fans took to social media to poke fun at Barkley, who had been seen expressing optimism at halftime.
No. 13 Yale staged a remarkable comeback to upset No. 4 Auburn 78-76 in the first round of the NCAA tournament. Despite trailing by 10 points in the second half, Yale steadily chipped away at the lead and secured the win. John Poulakidas led the charge with 28 points, while Auburn missed crucial opportunities to tie the game in the final seconds. The victory marked Yale's first NCAA tournament win since 2016, while Auburn's loss added to a tough start for SEC teams in the tournament.
No. 13 seed Yale pulled off a stunning upset by defeating No. 4 seed Auburn 78-76 in the NCAA men's tournament, with John Poulakidas leading the Bulldogs with a career-high 28 points. Despite a late push from Auburn, including missed free throws and multiple attempts to tie or take the lead, Yale held on for the win. The upset adds to the Southeastern Conference's tournament disappointments, with only Tennessee advancing so far.