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A&S political scientist Michael Beckley’s new book “Danger Zone: The Coming Conflict With China,” co-authored by Hal Brands, is discussed in this article, which requires a subscription to read in full.

Fletcher’s Chris Miller comments on the United States’ control over the “main choke points in the semiconductor production process.” Miller is the author of “Chip War: The Fight For The World’s Most Critical Technology.” 

This article highlights engineering’s Valencia Joyner Koomson's work developing a prototype pulse oximeter that includes technology that can adapt to different skin tones. Photos of Koomson are included in this article, which is part of a series exploring racism in health and medicine.

Fletcher Dean Rachel Kyte is quoted in this article on the challenges posed by a warming climate and the increasing demand for air conditioning, noting that shifts in building and community design can have a big impact on cooling.

Hayley Muendlein of the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences explains how bacterial infections that occur at the same time as viral infections increase the risk of severe disease or death, and she highlights her recent collaborative research that revealed that an immune system protein known to be valuable in fighting viruses is also critical for fighting bacteria.

Fletcher’s Chris Miller is quoted in this article examining how House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan might impact U.S.-Chinese relations.

A&S political scientist Michael Beckley co-authors this article examining why China’s position as a “once-rising power” increases the likelihood of an attack on Taiwan and the crucial role the U.S. must play in addressing China’s threats. 

Fletcher’s Kenneth Pucker comments in this article on the rethinking of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing.

Fletcher Dean Rachel Kyte comments on Great Britain’s climate diplomacy efforts since COP26.