By developing a computer model that mimics how children learn to read, two researchers from UW-Madison and Stanford University track the development of a skilled reader, ultimately showing that phonics gives readers an edge, especially early on.
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Paul Shattuck receives AAMR Student Award
The Waisman Center’s Paul Shattuck was recently awarded the 2004 AAMR International Student Award for outstanding scholarship, leadership, and demonstrated commitment to full inclusion by bridging the gap between social advocacy and social science. The …
Gift will benefit Waisman Center research on Parkinson’s disease
A gift of $500,000 from George E. Prescott, a member of the Waisman Center’s board of visitors, will benefit the Parkinson’s disease research program at the Waisman Center.
Researchers report major advance in gene therapy technique
Despite a roller-coaster ride of ups and downs during the past 15 years, gene therapy has continued to attract many of the world’s brightest scientists.
Richard Davidson named Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts and Letters Fellow
The Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts and Letters has announced it’s 2004 selections Wisconsin Academy Fellows. This is a formal recognition conferred upon men and women of extraordinary accomplishment in their fields. The Fellows will …
Mailick Seltzer and Goldsmith among eight faculty honored with named professorships
Marsha Mailick Seltzer, professor, School of Social Work and Waisman Center director, and Hill Goldsmith, professor of psychology and coordinator, Waisman Social and Affective Processes Unit, were appointed UW Foundation Chair Bascom Professorships, which honor …
Mary Schneider receives award
The School of Education recently announced that Mary Schneider, PhD, has been honored with a Distinguished Achievement Award. The 2004 School of Education Faculty & Staff Distinguished Achievement Awards were presented at a reception on …
Governor visits the Waisman Center
On Monday, April 12, Governor James Doyle visited the Waisman Center, where he toured a number of its new research facilities. Accompanying him during his two-hour visit were Roberta Gassman, Secretary of Workforce Development; JoAnna …
Waisman Director Serves as Guest Editor on Special Journal Issue
The American Journal on Mental Retardation announced the publication of a special issue devoted to aging in individuals with developmental disabilities.
Baby Picked Good Time, Birthplace
Wisconsin Is In The Forefront Of Genetic Screening, So Infant’s Disorder Was Spotted And Treated. Patricia Simms, Wisconsin State Journal Reprinted by Permission Myles Tesky is an unlikely traveler on the frontier of genetic screening. …