Born in Massachusetts to Chinese-Vietnamese refugee parents who fled Vietnam on boats as teenagers, Chan’s path led from translating for her family at age six to studying biology at Harvard University and later treating children with rare diseases as a pediatrician at the University of California, San Francisco. From Refugee Roots to Harvard and Medicine … Read more
Theoretical physicist Sabrina Gonzalez Pasterski, a researcher at the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, has gained international recognition for her work on gravity at the quantum level. Known for her early achievements in aviation and her academic tenure at MIT and Harvard, Pasterski is currently leading the Celestial Holography Initiative, a project supported by an … Read more
Global health officials are facing a growing challenge as large-scale international sporting events coincide with the spread of the Bundibugyo Ebola strain. While fans like Washington-based corporate strategist Alex Doran continue to prioritize tournament festivities over localized health risks, public health experts warn that the intersection of mass gatherings and emerging pathogens exposes fundamental vulnerabilities … Read more
Your Daily Brew Could Be a Brain Booster: New Research Links Coffee and Tea to Lower Dementia Risk That morning cup of coffee or afternoon tea might be doing more than just waking you up. A groundbreaking new study from Harvard University suggests a strong link between regular consumption of caffeinated coffee and tea and … Read more
Harvard, Antisemitism, and Funding: Examining the Future of University-Government Relations Published Today | Updated: October 26, 2024 The recent legal battle between Harvard University and the US government, centered around allegations of inadequate measures against antisemitism and subsequent funding freezes, offers a critical lens through which to examine the evolving relationship between educational institutions, government … Read more
Digital Undertakers: Navigating the US Visa Maze in the Social Media Age The landscape for international students seeking to study in the United States is changing. With heightened scrutiny of social media profiles, South Koreans are increasingly turning to “digital undertakers” – services that scrub online footprints – to improve their chances of visa approval. … Read more
Harvard Graduates Seek Opportunities in Hong Kong: A Shift in Global Education? The recent news of five Harvard postgraduate students accepting offers from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), spurred by the US government’s policy changes on international student admissions, signals a potentially significant trend in global higher education. This shift, detailed … Read more
The Rise of the “Huawei Heiress” and the Shifting Sands of International Education The story of Annabel Yao, the daughter of Huawei’s founder, offers a fascinating lens through which to examine emerging trends in several key areas: the confluence of family wealth and global influence, the future of international education, and the evolving landscape of … Read more
Trump, Harvard, and the Shifting Sands of Higher Education The recent whispers of a potential deal between Donald Trump’s administration and Harvard University highlight a crucial moment in the evolution of higher education. This isn’t just about political maneuvering; it’s a window into the changing dynamics of influence, funding, and the very definition of academic … Read more
US Student Visas: Navigating the Changing Landscape for International Students The recent developments regarding US student visas, particularly concerning Harvard University, offer a glimpse into the evolving landscape for international students. Understanding these trends is crucial for anyone considering studying in the United States, as well as for the institutions and policymakers involved. The Immediate … Read more