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September 19, 2025
Berkeley Talks: Art Is a ‘Strange Tool’ That Reveals Us to Ourselves
Berkeley philosopher argues that human nature is not a fixed phenomenon, and that art acts as a kind of “strange tool” that actively changes us.
September 17, 2025
Chimps Likely Ingest the Equivalent of Several Alcoholic Drinks Every Day
New research dives deeper on the diet and alcohol content of fruits eaten by African chimps.
September 16, 2025
What Counts As ‘Asian American Literature,’ Anyway?
Berkeley ethnic professor utilizes data analytics to investigate Asian American literature.