The Harvard University Gazette: October 11, 2001

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October 11, 2001

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SPECIAL TO THE GAZETTE
Lawrence H. Summers inaugurated as 27th president
Pomp, circumstances, symposia usher in new era

Final Inauguration preparations set
Lawrence H. Summers to be installed as 27th Harvard president on Friday, Oct. 12

Gore urges unity, understanding at KSG speech
Praises public servants who responded to Sept. 11 attacks

New use found for exotic material
Black silicon shines with a new light.

Zany Ig Nobel Prizes spoof science
Two scientists marry (really) in 60-second ceremony

Having your art and eating it, too
Edible exhibition at Busch-Reisinger Museum


'Feline reactions to bearded men' at the Ig Nobels	Seal of approval	A breath of fresh air

Commercial applications from a scientific experiment
Department of Engineering and Applied Sciences graduate student James Carey adjusts one of the lasers used to etch silicon in a way that makes it potentially useful for things like solar cells, global warming sensors, and ultra-thin television screens. (Staff photo by Jon Chase) Full story

Other stories
Journalist offers Arab view of Sept. 11
Writer Greer Gilman creates her own world
Media can help, hinder children's lives
Carr Center announces fellows
Free art program for parents and kids
Provost's office announces new round of grants