Roots of ancient Chinese cosmology discussed by UI professor at Asian Studies brown bag talk 
Modern understandings of weather, astronomy and mathematical patterns support 3,000-year-old philosophy 

Ancient Chinese cosmology developed from careful astronomical observation rather than myth alone, said University of Idaho physics professor You Qiang, who spoke on the topic at a brown bag talk on Feb. 26 presented by the Habib Institute for Asian Studies. The event […]

Forensic anthropologist explains complexity and ethics of human remains 
Colloquium speaker discusses cultural differences in memory and relationship with the past 

Human remains are rarely just scientific evidence; they carry the power to shape politics, identity, prosecute and hold strong cultural memory long after a person dies. Forensic anthropologist and professor Katharine Kolpan discussed the ethical and cultural dilemmas surrounding human remains at the Renfrew […]

UI’s Sugar Beet Conference to be held in Boise on Dec. 4 
Conference to discuss herbicide-resistant pigweed at the Boise Centre 

The rapid spread of herbicide-resistant pigweeds, new restrictions on applying pesticides and a maggot that can reduce sugar beet yields by up to 40% will be the main topics of the University of Idaho’s annual Sugar Beet […]