Insights: The College of Science Magazine

Spring/Summer Issue 2006

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Welcome:	Jeffrey S. Vitter Frederick L. Hovde Dean of Science
Features:	Paper-free is the way to be : Can computer scientists create the paper-free doctor's office? From evolution to destruction : Researchers focus on every available front in the war on cancer. In sickness and in health : Mother Nature's health has a big impact on your health. A little help goes a long way : Meet the next generation of scientists. Making her mark : Rita Colwell proves that science is every bit a woman's field.
Macroscope:	EAS alum addresses US & Taiwan relations In memoriam of Miriam Sarah Hasson Math of the heart Physics brings its Mojo to the Big Apple
Breakthroughs:	Quantum physics illuminates biochemistry Nanorods light up the bloodstream Climate model predicts dramatic changes Meteorites offer glimpse of early Earth Ancient glaciers still a factor New cancer detection technique Celluar 'spacecraft'
Awards & Honors:	Awards Chemist honored for creating healthcare products Purdue Provost Sally Mason appointed to White House panel Graduate programs ranked among best in the nation
Class Notes:	Notes
Last Words:	Vaccinating for a "bird flu" pandemic