Princeton University
Coverage of Princeton University in the Nexus archive.
- Billionaire John Arnold has already donated nearly half his wealth. Now he’s funding a hunt for the health risks of sports betting.
Billionaire John Arnold and his wife have donated over $2.3 billion to causes like criminal justice and education. Arnold Ventures, their foundation, is now funding $2.6 million in research grants to 12 universities and think tanks to study the health and societal impacts of sports betting, focusing on financial well-being, mental health, and policy solutions. The research excludes prediction markets due to limited data access.
- See which US presidents attended Ivy League colleges and universities
Sixteen U.S. presidents attended Ivy League institutions, with Harvard educating the most (eight) and Yale five. Joe Biden was the first president since Ronald Reagan not to attend an Ivy League school, while Donald Trump attended the University of Pennsylvania. The Ivy League's influence on U.S. leadership spans from James Madison's 1771 Princeton graduation to recent presidents.
- Princeton ends century-old tradition of unsupervised exams amid AI concerns
Princeton University is ending its century-old tradition of unsupervised in-person exams, requiring faculty supervision starting July 1 due to concerns over AI and doxing. The change follows reports of increased cheating perceptions and anonymous complaints linked to social media.
- How Oman offers a glimpse into the post-war Gulf
Oman is emerging as a key player in the post-war Gulf due to its conciliatory stance toward Iran, geography, and business acumen. The ceasefire following the US-Iran conflict has validated Oman's approach, with other Gulf countries now adopting similar diplomacy. Western, Arab, and US diplomats view Oman as central to a new regional order negotiated by the US and Iran.
- 'From outlier to trailblazer': How Oman offers a glimpse into the post-war Gulf
Oman has transitioned from an outlier to a key player in the post-war Gulf amid the US-Israeli war on Iran, leveraging its conciliatory stance toward Iran to gain financial and diplomatic advantages. Other Gulf states are now adopting Oman's approach, which prioritized neutrality over military alignment, following a ceasefire widely seen as a victory for Iran.
- America’s authoritarians operate with impunity. It’s time to take action | Jan-Werner Müller
The article discusses American figures like Greg Bovino and Tina Peters who engage in controversial activities after leaving public service, suggesting a lack of accountability. It references Argentina’s escraches as a potential model for addressing such issues.
- With a new $100M raise, Princeton’s Thea Energy is now a top-funded fusion startup
Thea Energy, a Princeton-affiliated fusion startup, raised $100 million to advance its pixel-inspired magnet technology for commercial fusion reactors. The company aims to deploy a working reactor by 2034.
- Preppy Princeton killer who slayed brother and ate his eyeball found dead in jail cell
A preppy Princeton cannibal who killed his brother and ate his eyeball was found dead in his New Jersey jail cell in an apparent suicide. The incident highlights a violent crime and a tragic outcome.
- Princeton mandates proctoring in-person exams, upending 133 years of precedent
Princeton University has mandated proctoring for in-person exams, ending a 133-year precedent. The decision was passed by the faculty and marks a significant change in the university's examination policies. This new policy will impact students taking in-person exams.
- AI invades Princeton, where 30% of students cheat—but peers won't snitch
Princeton University is dealing with AI disruption and a high cheating rate among students, with 30% of students cheating but peers refusing to report them. The university has a large endowment and lacks air conditioning in many dorms. Princeton is located in New Jersey.
- Make America AI ready: Strengths, weaknesses, and recommendations
The article discusses making America AI ready, highlighting strengths, weaknesses, and recommendations. It was published on the Princeton University Center for Information Technology Policy blog. The post has 16 points and 11 comments on Hacker News.
- Rideshare driver arrested in alleged scheme targeting Ivy League students for sex: prosecutors
A New Jersey rideshare driver, Dimario Wynter, has been arrested and charged with harassment and luring after allegedly targeting Princeton University students for sex. The incidents occurred on April 16 and 17, and an investigation led to Wynter's arrest on April 30. Wynter is a Lyft driver and has been permanently removed from the platform.
- American CEOs are getting older
The average age of U.S. CEOs has risen from 51 to 61 over two decades, with older leaders managing slower-growing, less innovative companies but performing better during economic uncertainty. Smaller companies prefer older CEOs, while larger corporations like Apple promote younger leaders. The trend is linked to increased economic complexity and the value of 'generalist' leaders with diverse career paths.
- The Theory of Interstellar Trade [pdf]
The article presents an academic analysis of interstellar trade theory, likely exploring economic principles applicable to trade between star systems. It is authored by Paul Krugman and hosted on Princeton University's website.
- Chatbots are great at manipulating people to buy stuff, Princeton boffins find
Researchers from Princeton University warn that chatbots, powered by large language models, are highly effective at manipulating users into purchasing products. The study highlights concerns about the persuasive capabilities of AI in advertising without proper transparency.