Stanford Research Park

12/11/2025

Try a 24-hour phone-free day. Not as a wellness stunt, but to notice what happens when the dopamine drip stops. The boredom, the cravings, the quiet. That data is your real screen-time report.

Anna Lembke, an addiction expert at Stanford Medicine, says these steps can help you reset reward pathways and break free of your device.

12/10/2025

This year’s Family Giving Tree collection at Stanford Research Park was an inspiring community effort. Together, we collected 2,500 donated gifts for children and families across the Bay Area.

Thank you to everyone who contributed, spread the word, and helped make the drive a success. Your generosity brings real joy to families who need it most, and we are grateful for the strong spirit of giving across our community.

If you would still like to participate, you can continue to grant a wish online through the Family Giving Tree Wish Drive: https://lnkd.in/gKzCER66

12/09/2025

Teen video game addiction is rising, and families are feeling the impact. If you have ever wondered how much gaming is too much or why it becomes so consuming for teens, this conversation from Stanford’s Youth Recovery Clinic offers important perspective for parents navigating today’s digital world.

Excessive gaming disrupts teens’ sleep, school, and social lives. An expert from Stanford’s Youth Recovery Clinic shares insights to promote healthier gaming habits.

12/05/2025

What happens when cities try to tackle climate risks on their own?

In the Bay Area, that has meant levees that didn’t align, different assumptions about future sea-level rise, and plans that unintentionally pushed problems from one community to the next.

At Stanford’s Environmental Resilience Policy Day, county leaders, community organizations, and Stanford researchers shared how they are working together to change that. From countywide wildfire coordination in Marin County to more sustainable hospital food purchasing in Santa Clara County to air quality projects shaped directly by community partners, the day highlighted one message: climate resilience works best when regional governance and academic collaboration move in the same direction.

Stronger partnerships. Better data. Honest evaluation. That is the path to climate resilience that reaches everyone. https://bit.ly/48xtjlF

12/03/2025

Family Giving Tree Holiday Wish Drive is now live. From now until December 26, you can help bring holiday joy to local children and families by granting a wish online.

Each gift helps Family Giving Tree purchase, sort, and deliver the specific items every recipient has hoped for, in time for the holidays.
Learn more and grant a wish here: https://wishdrive.org/stanfordresearchpark

12/02/2025

Join the Holiday Spectacular on Saturday, December 6, from noon to 4:00 PM at 414 California Avenue in Palo Alto.

Celebrate the winter season and enjoy live music, dance performances, crafts, and photos. Stop by the Stanford Research Park booth for a free holiday beanie while supplies last.

Join the Cal Ave. Businesses for a free, family event on Saturday, December 6. There will be a tree lighting, family activities, music and dance!

11/28/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Stanford Research Park, wishing you a season filled with joy and gratitude.

11/27/2025

Is it safe to have that nightly glass of wine, or is the science shifting?

For years, moderate drinking was seen as harmless, even healthy. Stanford experts now say the evidence tells a different story, with clearer links to cancer, chronic disease, and mental health concerns, even at low levels of alcohol.
If you are rethinking your relationship with alcohol, this article is a must-read. https://bit.ly/4ikThgQ

11/25/2025

Thank you to the Stanford Research Park community for donating professional attire to support Stanford students in need of clothing for interviews and internships.

The Stanford Parents’ Club reported that the recent Career Closet Giveaway collected over 2,900 items and distributed more than 2,600 pieces of clothing to 525 students, nearly doubling last year’s impact. Nearly 70% of students found exactly what they needed, 96% plan to return, and one student called it “one of the most helpful events” they’ve attended at Stanford.

11/21/2025

Students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder who are heading to college often face an extra layer of planning. Thinking ahead can make a big difference in making sure they receive consistent mental-health care and the right academic support.

Stanford Medicine’s Jennifer Derenne MD FAED, shares five practical tips for teens and their families, including how to navigate campus mental-health services, manage prescriptions, support growing student independence, and consider alternative options when the original plan needs to change. https://bit.ly/3X9jDc6

11/20/2025

We had a full house at our recent session on understanding the U.S. tax system. Chris Canellos, CPA and Stanford Continuing Studies lecturer, gave a clear, practical walk-through of the fundamentals, including how taxable income works, what deductions and credits really mean, and how taxes are calculated under current laws.

Participants appreciated his guidance on when to seek professional help, what steps to take if audited, and how homeownership can offer tax advantages. His tax-saving tips made a complex topic feel more manageable and actionable.

A big thank you to Stanford Federal Credit Union for co-sponsoring this highly informative and educational event.

11/18/2025

Looking to expand your knowledge or explore a new interest this winter? Stanford Continuing Studies offers a wide range of evening, weekend, and online courses in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Creative Writing, and Professional and Personal Development.

All courses are taught by Stanford faculty, experienced professionals, and leaders in their fields.

Winter registration opens Monday, December 1, with most classes beginning the week of January 12, 2026.

Stanford Continuing Studies offers a broad range of on-campus and online courses in liberal arts & sciences, creative writing, and professional & personal development.