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July 10, 2012
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Stanford researchers have for the first time sequenced the genome of an unborn baby using only a blood sample from the mother. Bioengineering Professor Stephen Quake, left, is senior author of the research, published July 4 in Nature.
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Under the Faculty Child Care Assistance Program, Stanford reimburses eligible faculty for child care expenses for children age 5 and younger. Applications are due Aug. 20 for current and continuing faculty, and Oct. 1 for newly eligible or newly hired faculty. |
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It's true: 65 really is the new 55. And many of the economic crises plaguing governments around the world today can be traced to one thing, says economist John Shoven, director of the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research. We're living longer than ever. |
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Stanford Medicine X: Medicine X, a conference planned for Sept. 28-30, will explore how emerging technologies will reshape the practice of medicine. It takes place at the Li Ka Shing Center for Learning and Knowledge and will feature talks by leaders from around the world, a Self Tracking Symposium, and a chance to participate in a hands-on workshop at design firm IDEO. Discounted tickets (up to 56 percent off) are available for Stanford affiliates. STAP funds also may be used with your supervisor's approval. For more information, visit the Medicine X website.
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