Cal Ave. came alive with live music, local businesses, and plenty to explore. Guests enjoyed the Wine Walk, while the SRP booth offered personalized coasters and complimentary wine bags. Thanks for joining us! See you Sept. 24 for Jazz and Harvest Fest.

Traditional measures of wealth inequality look at “marketable” assets that can be bought and sold. But in a new study, Assistant Professor James Paron reveals why “It’s misleading to look at marketable wealth inequality alone.” f.mtr.cool/etxfzemzcp

How Falling Interest Rates Widened Americans’ Wealth Gap

Low interest rates fueled an asset boom that benefited the wealthy — and would amplify the hit of potential Social Security cuts on low-income retirees.

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Colorectal cancer is the top cause of cancer deaths among people under age 50. Here’s what you need to know: f.mtr.cool/javsovfeqs

Colorectal cancer's rise in adults under 50: What you should know

Colorectal cancer is the No. 1 cause of cancer deaths among people under age 50. Here’s what Stanford Medicine experts want people to know.

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What wiped out almost all life on Earth 252 million years ago? Evidence points to a combination of extreme heat and oxygen-starved oceans. Understanding the past could help us better understand the risks our changing climate poses today. f.mtr.cool/ochhiqwfbj

Researchers confirm cause of Earth’s biggest mass extinction

Stanford scientists have directly linked the disappearance of once-dominant marine groups to intolerable heat and diminished oxygen in ancient oceans.

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Give your bike some attention and make every ride safer and smoother. Join us at The Hub on Aug. 25, 12–1 PM, for hands-on bike maintenance tips from a Mike’s Bikes technician. Bring your bike and your questions. Open to everyone! Register today: f.mtr.cool/omzoyuycow

Tech Tuesday with Mike’s Bikes: Basic Bike Maintenance

Learn simple tips to keep your bike in top shape, from tire checks to brake adjustments.

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Can brain imaging help take the trial and error out of treating depression? In today's podcast episode, Stanford psychiatry professor Leanne Williams discusses how brain scans could revolutionize the diagnosis and treatment of psychiatric disorders. neuroscience.stanford.edu/news/how-bra...

AI chatbots are increasingly used as life coaches, counselors, and therapists. Developers rely on mental health experts to test whether responses are safe. Research finds that expert disagreement makes that process unreliable, but there is a way forward: f.mtr.cool/fhqjnzuxwc

Stanford Study Exposes Major Flaw in AI Mental Health Safety Testing | Stanford HAI

With increased use of chatbots in mental health contexts, AI developers now rely on human experts to evaluate AI’s responses for “safety” – but experts rarely agree on what’s safe.

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What if AI doesn't widen the wage gap, but helps close it? New findings suggest AI could make higher-paying jobs more accessible by simplifying complex tasks, with the biggest pay gains going to workers who currently earn the least. f.mtr.cool/vpfddavucj

Lower-skilled workers could earn more in an AI world

As AI simplifies job tasks, new research finds the biggest wage gains may go to workers who currently earn the least.

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Talking about money isn't always easy, but it's a skill that can strengthen both our relationships and our financial well-being. Danial Khan from Stanford Federal Credit Union shared practical strategies to help us approach financial conversations with greater confidence and clarity.

Summer Sips at The Hub brought our community together for live music, creative wine cocktail tastings, and great conversation. It was fantastic to see such a strong turnout as colleagues connected, enjoyed refreshments, and celebrated the summer together.

Can AI help make hiring fairer, or is it repeating old patterns? Research found that AI screening tools recommended white candidates more often than Black and Asian candidates for jobs. A reminder that technology is only as fair as the systems behind it. f.mtr.cool/ghodmvnbth

AI hiring tools show racial bias

For many job postings, AI screening tools recommend white candidates at higher rates than Black and Asian candidates, new research shows.

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How does the brain learn to recognize unfamiliar voices as we grow? A Stanford Medicine-led study reveals a big difference in how this process develops in teens with autism, offering new clues into the neuroscience of social connection. f.mtr.cool/gzmfiankzm

Brains of teens with autism ‘tune in’ less to unfamiliar voices, Stanford Medicine-led study finds

Unlike typically developing teenagers, teens with autism don’t become more attuned to unfamiliar voices as they mature, a difference that helps explain their social struggles.

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Leave work on time and head to Thursday Live on Cal Ave. this Thursday, July 30, from 5 PM. Enjoy live music, the Wine Walk, local activities, and stop by the Stanford Research Park booth for a personalized coaster and complimentary wine bag. Learn more: f.mtr.cool/yqfgyaeljk

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The quality of AI’s financial advice depends on how you ask

A Stanford GSB study finds LLMs nudge users toward smart savings and investing habits – but the guidance skews weaker for women and less financially literate prompters.

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Just a bit of demo to create room for the new outdoor dining plaza at 975 Page Mill.

Why do oil tankers sail thousands of miles empty? It’s a costly inefficiency for both business and the planet. A surprisingly simple solution could cut related carbon emissions by up to 15% without new technology or policy. f.mtr.cool/cbwljlytop

Why do oil tankers spend so much time sailing empty?

New research finds that small pools of shared vessels could cut ballasting-related carbon emissions by up to 15%.

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What can humans do that AI still struggles to match? Make sense of the world with surprisingly little information. New findings reveal how our ability to learn social rules with limited data may be one of the qualities that sets human intelligence apart. f.mtr.cool/nltzyjjeyk

The secret to human ‘brilliance’ that AI just can’t match

New research reveals how people learn social conventions with minimal data – and why that sets us apart from LLMs.

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Join Larry Diamond for a timely discussion on the challenges facing democracies around the world, from rising authoritarianism and political polarization to declining trust in democratic institutions. Open to all. Register to help us plan seating: f.mtr.cool/irxeczxkdd

“Nonprofits are amazing organizations doing very important work, but many of their data science teams are understaffed and overworked,” says Associate Professor Daniela Saban. That’s why she and her team stepped in to help. f.mtr.cool/jypmrobfmh

Using Data Science to Get Food and Volunteers Where They’re Needed Most

Researchers helped VolunteerMatch and Feeding America improve the algorithms behind their work.

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What happens when two companion stars both explode? Evidence has been found of a rare pair of sibling supernovas, offering new clues about how stars evolve and die, and opening a new window into the history of our universe. f.mtr.cool/eagbnccyox

Researchers uncover evidence for sibling supernovas

Physicists have identified possible remnants of two exploded stars that were once paired before they each blew up.

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Can pollution erase the boundaries between species? A new study found that water pollution can drive hybridization between two fish species, putting biodiversity at risk and revealing another hidden consequence of environmental change. f.mtr.cool/fadxsmhodo

Pollution blurs the line between two fish species

A study in Mexico finds that water pollution can threaten biodiversity through hybridization, causing distinct species to collapse into one.

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What if AI could design the perfect burger? Researchers have developed a tool that creates burger recipes tailored for taste, nutrition, and sustainability. The implications extend far beyond food, opening possibilities for science and personalized design. f.mtr.cool/mmdjzsxlca

AI designs the ideal burger for taste, health, and planet

Stanford researchers developed an AI tool that creates novel burger recipes optimized for individual preferences. The implications for science go well beyond food.

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Join us for a special LASER celebrating Stanford Research Park's 75th anniversary. Hear from experts in academia, industry, and government as they explore Silicon Valley, AI, digital art, and the lasting impact of university research parks. f.mtr.cool/havikgwevi

We had a wonderful time celebrating America's 250th anniversary at The Hub with an afternoon of ice cream, music, and summer fun. Our community members enjoyed ice cream sundaes, refreshing lemonade, and live music in a festive outdoor setting.

It’s go time! Renovations have begun to convert 975 Page Mill Rd into an innovation hub for Stanford-affiliated entrepreneurs.

What can today's wearable technology really tell us about our health? Stanford HAI Fellow Ziv Lautman shared an insightful look at the science behind consumer wearables, where the technology stands today, and the exciting possibilities that lie ahead.

AI depends on quality data to make accurate predictions. Humans rarely have perfect information, yet we make decisions every day. Why? Associate Professor Douglas Guilbeault explores what human intelligence can teach us about the future of AI. f.mtr.cool/bvjepvrepy

The Mysterious Process of Human Learning That Machines Can’t Copy

Games reveal a simple yet powerful principle about how people coordinate without much information.

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What if AI could read history the way scholars do? Not just words, but layers of meaning, connections, and context. A new approach aims to turn archives into living networks of insight, opening the door to discoveries we might otherwise miss. f.mtr.cool/qqmppbpqyl

AI project aims to advance research into the past

A new approach could accelerate historical analysis by teaching AI to read documents like scholars do.

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The latest nicotine trend doesn't produce smoke, vapor, or much attention. That's part of the concern. As nicotine pouches surge in popularity, health experts are taking a closer look at what they could mean for the next generation. f.mtr.cool/mtfmbgvleg

Stanford expert explains surge in nicotine pouches

Highly addictive and marketed to teens, nicotine pouches are becoming increasingly popular. A Stanford Medicine researcher shares five things to know.

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Dietary fiber helps nourish your microbiome and keep digestion running smoothly, yet most people fall short of the recommended amount, according to Stanford Medicine nutrition experts. stan.md/4fU0Qfk