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A weak China may be more warlike than a strong one

The Economist
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.

Black engineers work to fix long-ignored bias in pulse oximeters

STAT
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.

The Coming War...

Wall Street Journal
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. 

Why Ukraine-Russia grain deal holds promise beyond food

Christian Science Monitor
The Friedman School’s Daniel Maxwell says a new deal between Russia and Ukraine to allow the safe export of Ukrainian wheat and other grains “will be helpful, but it won’t make the food crisis go away.”