Team-taught course featured interdisciplinary approach to study the science, culture and politics of an every day food staple.

The prestigious awards recognize top undergraduate students for their research in science, math and engineering.

Punishments under current thresholds in Washington are reducing repeat offenses, but violators at the aggravated level are involved in most fatalities.

Lowering the legal threshold and increasing punishments would make drivers think harder about taking the wheel after drinking, says UO economist. 

The $5,000 seed grants are funded by Rumblefish founder and UO grad Paul Anthony Troiano.