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Anya Jabour, University of Montana – Katharine Bement...

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2025/02/10

Motherhood was a big topic in the news this year. Anya Jabour, Regent’s professor of history at the University of Montana in Missoula, examines this. Anya Jabour is Regents Professor of History at the University of Montana, where she teaches US women’s history, the history of American families and children, and the history of gender […]

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Sally Harris, University of Tennessee-Knoxville –...

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2025/02/06

On this Uncommon Courses segment: Critical thinking can be taught in many ways. Sally Harris, teaching professor of English at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, leans into storytelling to make the pitch. Sally C. Harris is a Teaching Professor in the English Department at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Dr. Harris teaches workplace writing, technical […]

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Gunnar Babcock, Cornell University – The Fields That...

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2025/02/05

Are we closer to answering some of the Big Questions in life? Gunnar Babcock, lecturer in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University, explores this through science. Gunnar Babcock (he/him) received a PhD in philosophy from the University at Albany, SUNY and he has taught courses in applied ethics, philosophy of biology, […]

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Han Xiao, Rice University – Sticky Microorganisms...

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2025/02/04

Plastics can stay around for ages after being discarded. Han Xiao, director of SynthX Center and associate professor within the department of chemistry at Rice University, discusses a possible solution. Han Xiao serves as the Director of the SynthX Center and holds the position of Associate Professor within the Department of Chemistry, Biosciences, and Bioengineering […]

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Jill Barton, University of Miami School of Law – The...

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2025/02/03

The U.S. Supreme Court’s writing style has become more conversational recently, but does it matter? Jill Barton, professor and director of legal writing at the University of Miami School of Law, explores the changes. Jill Barton is the author of three books on legal writing. Her latest, The Supreme Guide to Writing (Oxford University Press […]

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Yu Chen, Binghamton University – Exposing A.I. –...

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2025/01/31

Deepfakes are seemingly getting better by the day, so how do we detect what is real and what is fake? Yu Chen, electrical and computer engineering professor at the Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science at Binghamton University, takes a look. Yu Chen is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at […]

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Dennis Wilson Wise, University of Arizona –...

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2025/01/29

A form of poetry that’s been out of style for centuries may be making a comeback. Dennis Wilson Wise, professor of practice at the University of Arizona, explains why. Dennis Wilson Wise is a professor of practice at the University of Arizona, and he has published dozens of research articles on fantasy, science fiction, and […]

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Anna Amirkhanyan, American University – State...

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2025/01/24

Nursing homes were greatly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, so what did we learn from the pandemic? Anna Amirkhanyan, professor of public administration and policy at the School of Public Affairs at American University, digs into the data. Anna Amirkhanyan is a professor of public administration and policy at American University. Her research focuses on […]

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Yosef Sokol, Touro University – Recovering from...

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2025/01/23

Recovering from a suicide attempt can be challenging in many ways. Yosef Sokol, clinical assistant professor at the School of Health Sciences at Touro University, explores a new way to treat those who are struggling. Dr. Yosef Sokol is clinical assistant professor in the PsyD program at Touro University School of Health Sciences. Dr. Sokol […]

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Mitchell Gallagher, Wayne State University –...

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2025/01/22

Social media influencers can change perceptions about a place through their content. Mitchell Gallagher, PhD candidate in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Wayne State University, explores how. Mitchell Gallagher is a PhD candidate at Wayne State University, with research interests in East Asian politics, soft power, and international relations theory. Having spent […]

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Richard E Mattson, Binghamton University – Using...

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2025/01/21

Sexual assault perpetrators carry similar character traits, so how do we identity them? Richard E. Mattson, director of the undergraduate program and a professor of psychology at Harpur College at Binghamton University, explains. Richard E. Mattson joined the Department of Psychology at Binghamton University in 2013. Mattson’s lab focuses on perceptions and attitudes relevant to […]

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Idia Binitie Thurston, Northeastern University – A...

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2025/01/20

Diversifying academic health programs is still a crucial goal for higher education institutions. Idia Bintie Thurston, professor of public health & health sciences and applied psychology at Northeastern University, explores a roadmap to do so. Idia Binitie Thurston, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist, professor of Public Health & Health Sciences and Applied Psychology, Affiliate […]

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Sumantra Sarkar, Binghamton University – Using AI to...

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2025/01/16

Customer service centers can be hit or miss for consumers. Sumantra Sarkar, associate professor at the School of Management at Binghamton University, explores whether A.I. can help. Sumantra Sarkar is a behavioral information systems (IS) researcher who employs both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. He studies IS governance, healthcare IT, managerial decision making and security. Sarkar […]

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Anna Gotlib, Brooklyn College City University of New...

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2025/01/15

Main Character Syndrome is taking over the lives of some in today’s society. Anna Gotlib, associate professor of philosophy at Brooklyn College City University of New York, determine why this can be dangerous. Anna Gotlib is an associate professor of philosophy at Brooklyn College CUNY, specializing in feminist bioethics/medical ethics, moral psychology, and philosophy of […]

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Jamie Goldenberg, University of South Florida –...

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2025/01/14

Climate change is a real threat, so why are so many denying it? Jamie Goldenberg, professor of psychology and Area Director of Cognitive, Neuroscience, and Social Psychology at the University of South Florida, considers the psychology. Jamie Goldenberg is a Professor of Psychology and Area Director of Cognitive, Neuroscience, and Social Psychology at the University […]

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Cleanthis Michael, University of Michigan – Parenting...

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2025/01/13

On this Student Spotlight: How you talk to your children is crucial, especially when they are very young. Cleanthis Michael, doctoral candidate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Michigan, discusses the effects. Cleanthis Michael is a fourth-year doctoral candidate in clinical psychology at the University of Michigan. His research examines how children’s experiences, such […]

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Aaliyah Baker, University of Dayton – Homeschooling...

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2025/01/08

On University of Dayton Week: There are many reasons why parents would decide to homeschool their kids. Aaliyah Baker, faculty member in the department of educational administration, details a community that has found benefits in the practice. Dr. Aaliyah Baker is a community-engaged scholar and faculty member in the Department of Educational Administration at the […]

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Nikolay Kukushkin, New York University – Kidney Cells...

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2024/12/25

Memories are a big part of celebrating the holidays, but is more than your brain involved in this process? Nikolay Kukushkin, clinical associate professor of life science at New York University, looks through the body to find out more. Nikolay Kukushkin is Clinical Associate Professor at NYU. He holds a D. Phil. in Biochemistry from […]

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Sarah Kollat, Penn State University – Why Do We Like...

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2024/12/18

What’s the benefit of frightening ourselves with horror movies and other scary adventures? Sarah Kollat, teaching professor of psychology at Penn State University, looks into why we enjoy being afraid. Sarah Kollat, teaching professor of Psychology at Penn State University. In my spare time, I volunteer as a firefighter with ALPHA Fire Company. I also […]

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Emily Smith-Greenaway, University of Southern...

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2024/12/17

Overdose deaths don’t just affect other adults; the children are hurt too. Emily Smith-Greenaway, Dean’s professor of sociology and professor of sociology and spatial sciences at the University of Southern California Dornsife, details this growing impact. Professor Smith-Greenaway’s research areas include demography, health, mortality, bereavement, inequality, family, and international sociology. Her research examines how social […]

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