News Health & Medicine Study maps extreme heat risks for older adults A global analysis finds that aging populations may face intolerable heat more often, in more places, and for longer than previous estimates showed. 5 min read Aug 17, 2026 Study maps extreme heat risks for older adults A global analysis finds that aging populations may face intolerable heat more often, in more places, and for longer than previous estimates showed. News Clubs & Orgs Solar Car Project races across America Students drove a solar-powered car they designed nearly 2,000 miles, earning the club’s first road race finish since 2017. 5 min read Aug 13, 2026 Solar Car Project races across America Students drove a solar-powered car they designed nearly 2,000 miles, earning the club’s first road race finish since 2017. News Health & Medicine Brain scans reveal language-specific neural networks Neuroscientists have found compelling evidence for a neural network dedicated to language in the adult human brain, with potential implications for treating language problems after stroke or brain injury. 4 min read Aug 13, 2026 Brain scans reveal language-specific neural networks Neuroscientists have found compelling evidence for a neural network dedicated to language in the adult human brain, with potential implications for treating language problems after stroke or brain injury. News Science & Engineering AI designs a novel E. coli killer Using an AI model of their own creation that writes whole genomes, a team of Stanford scientists has engineered a novel bacteria-fighting phage. A new age of antibiotics could be on the horizon. 6 min read Aug 6, 2026 AI designs a novel E. coli killer Using an AI model of their own creation that writes whole genomes, a team of Stanford scientists has engineered a novel bacteria-fighting phage. A new age of antibiotics could be on the horizon. $ 0 B Private investment in companies that grew out of federally funded Stanford research Private investment in companies that grew out of federally funded Stanford research 0 + Jobs created by companies that grew out of federally funded Stanford research Jobs created by companies that grew out of federally funded Stanford research 0 + New companies based on federally funded Stanford research New companies based on federally funded Stanford research 0 Inventions created by federally funded Stanford research Inventions created by federally funded Stanford research Computer science Professor John McCarthy, a “founding father” of AI, established the Stanford Artificial Intelligence Laboratory on campus in 1963. It was one of the first in the world to pursue the development of AI systems. Today, the university continues to be at the technology’s vanguard – supporting scientific inquiry, accelerating discoveries, building pathways for exciting new applications, and shaping policies that protect the public. “We're using artificial intelligence to dramatically accelerate the rate of innovation for technologies.” Computing ecosystem allows faculty to aim high Massive computing power at Stanford functions as a universal accelerant – compressing research timelines, enabling simulations that would otherwise be impossible, and opening entirely new categories of scientific inquiry. 12 takeaways from the 2026 AI Index Report

The annual report reveals a field hitting breakthrough capabilities while raising urgent questions about environmental costs, transparency, and who benefits from the technology. Stanford merges AI and data science efforts under single institute The combined institute will retain the Stanford HAI name and be helmed by computer scientist James Landay. Disagree with me It’s getting hard to remember a time before polarization, self-censorship, and social-media shouting matches. But there are proven ways to make dialogue constructive, and Stanford faculty are teaching them. Course helps students put pluralism into practice Course helps students put pluralism into practice Why democracy may be our best defense against collapse Why democracy may be our best defense against collapse “Stanford’s culture of inquiry is defined by our shared commitment to pursuing knowledge wherever it leads – by asking questions, testing assumptions, and embracing new understanding.” Stanford meets the full financial need of every undergrad who qualifies, providing assistance to more than 70% of admitted students. Tuition is free for undergrads with family incomes under $150,000 and typical assets. Tuition, room, and board are free for undergrads with family incomes under $100,000. Easing the transition to college The Summer Bridge Program gives incoming undergraduate and transfer students the tools and confidence they need to succeed at Stanford through academic preparation, community building, and enhanced advising support. Holistic support for first-gen and low-income students Stanford’s First-Generation and/or Low-Income Student Success Center offers funding, mentorship, and more to help students thrive over the course of the undergraduate experience. News Athletics Stanford Athletics announces its 2026 Hall of Fame class 8 min read Aug 5, 2026 Stanford Athletics announces its 2026 Hall of Fame class News Athletics Four Cardinal selected in 2026 MLB Draft 3 min read Jul 12, 2026 Four Cardinal selected in 2026 MLB Draft News Athletics Arthur Fery’s Wimbledon run adds to Stanford tennis legacy 1 min read Jul 8, 2026 Arthur Fery’s Wimbledon run adds to Stanford tennis legacy News Athletics Ebuka Okorie selected 17th overall in NBA draft 1 min read Jun 23, 2026 Ebuka Okorie selected 17th overall in NBA draft Stanford Athletics announces its 2026 Hall of Fame class