
A new issue of the online weekly of The Scripps Research Institute, News&Views, is now available at http://www.scripps.edu/newsandviews
In this week's issue:
	Study Suggests Binge Drinking Could Cause Significant Brain Impairment Within Months The results from the Koob lab also show a marked difference between binging and indulging “the French way.”
	Scientist Awarded $1.6 Million to Develop Innovative Chemical Reactions as Tools for Preparing Rare Natural Products “Our investigations will begin to solidify the significance of the more than 15 new chemical reactions,” says Associate Professor Glenn Micalizio.
	Reception Honors Audrey Geisel and Dr. Seuss Foundation for Donation to Upgrade Auditorium The reception preceded one of the first musical events of the season at the Auditorium at TSRI.
	Kudos: Julius Rebek Awarded Prelog Medal; Tony Amelio Receives Pathway to Independence Award