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Remembering Gerald Wasserburg
1927–2016News Writer: Robert PerkinsPortrait of Gerald Wasserburg taken by photographer Florence HelmbergerCredit: Caltech ArchivesGerald J. Wasserburg, John D. MacArthur Professor of Geology and...
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Charles W. Peck Passes Away
1934–2016News Writer: Lori DajoseCharles W. PeckCredit: Courtesy of the Caltech ArchivesCharles W. Peck (PhD '64)—an eminent physicist, dedicated educator, and former chair of the Division of Physics,...
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Ahmed Zewail, 1946–2016
Ahmed Zewail, the Linus Pauling Professor of Chemistry, professor of physics, and director of the Physical Biology Center for Ultrafast Science and Technology at Caltech, passed away on Tuesday, August...
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Chandler to Open for Weekend Dining Service
News Writer: Jon NalickCredit: Van Ufalian for CaltechTo expand weekend on-campus dining options, Chandler Café is now open from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. each Saturday and Sunday. The expanded hours will be...
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Engelmann Oak Treated for Fungal Infection
The Engelmann oak tree is estimated to be more than 400 years old.Credit: Peter HoldernessInstitute arborists recently treated the ancient Engelmann oak tree adjacent to Millikan pond for a fungal...
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Bill Gates Visits Caltech
News Writer: Robert PerkinsTechnologist and philanthropist Bill Gates participates in a Q&A with Dean of Undergraduate Students Kevin Gilmartin at Beckman Auditorium on October 20.Credit: Credit:...
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Caltech Elects Three New Members to Board of Trustees
News Writer: Steve RiteaSpencer AbrahamCredit: Courtesy of S. AbrahamThree new members—Spencer Abraham, Rebecka Belldegrun and alumna Ann Stimmler Johnson—have been elected to the Caltech Board of...
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John D. Roberts, 1918-2016
News Writer: Whitney ClavinJohn D. (Jack) RobertsJohn D. ("Jack") Roberts, Institute Professor of Chemistry, Emeritus, at Caltech and former provost, passed away on October 29, 2016. He was 98.Roberts...
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Caltech Awards Millikan Medal to Donald Bren
News Writer: Kathy SvitilThomas Everhart (Caltech President, Emeritus), Provost Edward Stolper, Donald Bren, Hunter Bren, Brigitte Bren, President Thomas RosenbaumCredit: Bob Paz for CaltechThe Caltech...
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Rolf Sabersky, 1920-2016
Rolf Sabersky, 1977Credit: Courtesy of Caltech Archives (photo by Floyd Clark)Rolf H. Sabersky, Caltech professor of mechanical engineering, emeritus, passed away on October 24, 2016, at the age of 96....
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Trustee Gives to Enhance the Student Experience
Deborah McWhinneyThroughout her career as a Wall Street executive, Caltech trustee Deborah McWhinney has helped foster excellence in others by serving as a mentor and an advocate for leadership...
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Institute Celebrates Veterans Day with Lunchtime Tribute to Those Who Served
Colonel Nancy Sumner, California Air National Guard, USAF Ret.Credit: CaltechOn Friday, November 11, the Institute celebrated Veterans Day with a special barbecue lunch on Beckman Mall honoring the...
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Remembering Rolf Sabersky, 1920‑2016
News Writer: Robert PerkinsRolf Sabersky, 1977Credit: Caltech Archives (photo by Floyd Clark)Rolf Sabersky, professor of mechanical engineering, emeritus, died on October 24. He was 96 years...
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GPS Innovator Charles Trimble to Receive von Kármán Wings Award
News Writer: Robert PerkinsCharles Trimble receives the von Kármán Wings Award from Mory GharibCredit: Amelia Tabullo Caltech senior trustee Charles Trimble (BS '63, MS '64), founder and former chief...
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Three from Caltech Elected as AAAS Fellows
News Writer: Lori DajoseCredit: CaltechThree Caltech scientists have been elected as Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) for their "scientifically or socially...
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Class of 2016's Gift Offers Power to the People
News Writer: Jon NalickLightning bolt icons depict charging locations on campus.Thanks to a gift from the class of 2016, there are now charging stations at nine strategic locations on campus where...
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Pioneering Physics Show The Mechanical Universe Now on YouTube
The 1980s series was based on the Physics 1a and 1b courses developed by David GoodsteinNews Writer: Jon NalickThe show often used computer animation in a groundbreaking way to visualize mathematical...
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Caltech Mourns the Passing of Jewel Plummer Cobb
1924-2017News Writer: Andrew MishinJewel Plummer CobbCredit: CSUF PhotosJewel Plummer Cobb, a life member of the Caltech Board of Trustees and president and professor of biology, emerita, of California...
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Remembering Caltech Crystallographer Richard Marsh
Richard Marsh celebrates Linus Pauling's 85th birthday at Caltech in 1986. From left to right: Brahama Sharma, Richard Marsh, Linus Pauling, Sten O. Samson, and Linus Pauling, Jr.Credit: Caltech...
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TeachWeek to Highlight Innovative Education, January 17–23
Event celebrates the impact of teachingNews Writer: Sharon KaplanTeachWeek focuses on Caltech's recent efforts to create an innovative learning environment that changes the world through unique...
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