News and Achievements

Smoking cannabis can do more than blur memories. It can reshape them.

Exposure to infection and other immune stress in the womb increases the likelihood of alcohol misuse in adulthood, a risk that may be reduced through prenatal antioxidant treatment, a new Washington State University study shows.

The urgent onset of “the munchies” after cannabis use isn’t imaginary — it’s a cognitive response that occurs regardless of sex, age, weight or recent food consumption and could offer clues to help people struggling with appetite loss.

As technology rapidly advances, a group of Washington State University researchers and students are looking at how wearable devices, smart home systems, and even artificial intelligence can support older adults experiencing neurodegeneration and dementia.

In the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs rankings, five WSU online programs were named among the best in the nation.

The newest installment of Ask Dr. Universe tackles a tough question from Leonel, 14, of Texas: “Why do some humans like to do bad things, and are they born that way?”

Kim Meidenbauer, professor, School of Psychology, comments on the negative effects of heat on one’s mental state.

Two Washington State University College of Arts and Sciences students have been chosen as summer interns to work for Youth Villages, a national nonprofit that helps young adults with behavioral and emotional challenges and their families live successfully.