WashU’s ties to the Asia-Pacific region reach back decades. Partnerships were forged among researchers and institutions seeking to collaborate and learn from one another. Over the years, these exchanges have brought together individuals with curiosity, vision, academic distinction, and a global mindset.
We have helped develop the world’s first nasal vaccine for COVID-19, now available in India as both a primary vaccine and a booster; discovered a new microbiome-directed food to improve the health of malnourished children; and developed and helped launch asset-based policies such as Child Development Accounts to stabilize families across the globe. We have revealed and applied lessons from historical and cultural studies, and opened a window to the next computer revolution.
WashU and its esteemed international partners are counted among the world’s most accomplished institutions. For this reason, we must prepare the next generation of leaders to carry on our life-changing work. Explore and learn how we are creating a brighter future, together.
Greater China
WashU enrolls more than 3,500 students from this region. From environmental research to public health, we are incubating new ideas to address global problems in many areas. Our strong partnerships and network of more than 10,000 alumni in Greater China, provide a strong foundation to build on for the future.
India
WashU has forged strong ties in India to advance research and education. These ties run deep through the McDonnell Academy’s partnership network, which includes four leading institutions in India. In partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, we offer a world-class Executive MBA program.
Featured initiatives
High-res lidar exposes large, high-elevation cities along Asia’s Silk Roads
The first-ever use of cutting-edge drone-based lidar in Central Asia allowed archaeologists to capture stunning details of two newly documented trade cities high in the mountains of Uzbekistan.
Frachetti receives $2.4 million to study resilience in Asia-Pacific region
On Dec. 26, 2004, an earthquake off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia, triggered a massive tsunami that killed more than 200,000 people and caused unprecedented destruction in communities along the surrounding coasts of the Indian Ocean.
Gordon receives Nierenberg Prize
Jeffrey Gordon, MD, of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, has received the 2024 Nierenberg Prize for outstanding contributions to science in the public interest. He is widely considered the founder of the field of gut microbiome research.
Alumni networks and impact
International networks support WashU alumni, students, families, and friends by offering opportunities to socialize, network, and share memories. We welcome you to reach out, make new connections, and build on your lifelong connection with WashU.
WashU CNX is the university’s online networking platform where alumni and current students share experiences and expertise, ask questions, find answers, and help each other grow. They make meaningful connections every day.
NETWORK CONTACT
Tami Holder
Executive Director, International Advancement Programs
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