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Seeing Is Believing
In Jeremy Bailenson's virtual reality lab, researchers are testing whether avatars can tell us something deeper about human behavior. Can pretending lead you to a better place? BY KARA PLATONI

 

Up Toward Mountains Higher
A group of climbers set out to conquer the Sierra's shyest peak, Mount Stanford, but then things took an unusual turn—especially for the 70-year-old. BY SCOT HILLMAN

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How Green Is My Quadrangle
Stanford has taken steps to become more sustainable. From saving water in lab sinks to reducing traffic on campus, here are some examples of a leaner, greener Farm.

I Died 40 Years Ago
Struck down with a cerebral hemorrhage and all but declared dead, Richard Burns, '52, regained consciousness, and a life. This is the story of his resurrection, in his own words.

  Bright Idea Tesla's Stanford engineers  
  Being There A new kind of hair club  
  Department of Good Works Hands across the border  
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