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Ashli Stokes, University of North Carolina Charlotte...

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2023/11/23

Food is the main event of most Thanksgivings. Ashli Stokes, associate professor in the department of communication studies at the University of North Carolina Charlotte, discusses the importance of preparing something tasty for your family to enjoy this holiday. Dr. Ashli Quesinberry Stokes is an Associate Professor of Communication Studies and the Director of the […]

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Emmanuel Urquieta, Baylor College of Medicine – What...

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2023/11/22

What happens if an astronaut dies in space? Emmanuel Urquieta, assistant professor in the Center for Space Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, considers the options. Dr. Emmanuel Urquieta currently serves as Chief Medical Officer at the NASA funded Translational Research Institute for Space Health, where he manages research projects in areas ranging from radiation […]

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Emily Midkiff, University of North Dakota – Kids and...

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2023/11/21

If kids like science fiction, why aren’t there enough sci-fi books for them to read? Emily Midkiff, assistant professor of teaching, leadership, and professional practice at the University of North Dakota, says there’s plenty of “space” on the shelf. Emily Midkiff is an Assistant Professor at the University of North Dakota, where she teaches courses […]

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Lucas Berenbrok, University of Pittsburgh – The...

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2023/11/20

Does your over-the-counter cold medicine actually fight your cold? Lucas Berenbrok, associate professor of pharmacy and therapeutics at the University of Pittsburgh, discusses which ones may work and which may not. Lucas Berenbrok, associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy, is a board-certified ambulatory care pharmacist. Dr. Berenbrok’s research focuses on the […]

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William Fajzel, McGill University – The Global Human Day

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2023/11/17

How do you spend your days? William Fajzel, PhD student in earth system dynamics at McGill University, examines this question from a global perspective. William Fajzel, a PhD student at McGill University, studies human activities in the Anthropocene. With a background in economics and Earth system science, his research focuses on bringing together social and […]

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Ramneet Kaur, Columbus State University – Natural...

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2023/11/16

Work to cure breast cancer is an important field. Ramneet Kaur, assistant professor of biology at Columbus State University, details new ideas in this fight. I am a cell and molecular biologist with cancer biology as my research area. I have a Ph.D. in Biotechnology and a post-doc in cancer biology from Harvard Medical School, […]

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Stephen Diko, University of Memphis – Who Will Plan...

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2023/11/15

The cities of our future will need people to plan them. Stephen Diko, assistant professor at the University of Memphis Department of City and Regional Planning, opens up a world of opportunity. Stephen Kofi Diko is an Assistant Professor at the University of Memphis Department of City and Regional Planning. He holds a Ph.D. in […]

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Steve Minton, University of Plymouth – Residential...

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2023/11/14

We’re still learning about the horrors of residential schools for indigenous peoples. Steve Minton, associate professor in applied and clinical psychology at the University of Plymouth, delves into this. I am a human being in formation – currently, a father, partner, brother, uncle and friend; English-born of English, Scottish and Irish Traveller descent; and a […]

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Catherine Sanderson, Amherst College – Group Loyalty...

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2023/11/13

Social norms are shifting, but we have more work to do to curb problematic behavior on campuses. Catherine Sanderson, Poler Family professor of psychology at Amherst College, looks into ways to do so. Catherine Sanderson is the Poler Family Professor of Psychology at Amherst College. Her most recent book, Why We Act: Turning Bystanders Into […]

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Matthew Pittman, University of Tennessee – Twitter,...

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2023/11/10

Twitter’s rebranding as X has not gone well. Matthew Pittman, assistant professor in the Tombras school of advertising and public relations at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, explores why. Matthew Pittman is an Assistant Professor in the Tombras School of Advertising and Public Relations at The University of Tennessee Knoxville. His research interests revolve around sustainability, […]

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Jung-Ah Lee, University of California, Irvine –...

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2023/11/09

How do we help the caregivers? Jung-Ah Lee, professor at the Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing at the University of California Irvine, looks into this question. Dr. Jung-Ah Lee is a nurse scientist and faculty at the Sue and Bill Gross School of Nursing at the University of California, Irvine. Lee focuses on […]

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Tony Wolf, Penn State University – How Hot is Too Hot...

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2023/11/08

How hot is too hot? Tony Wolf, assistant professor in the department of kinesiology at Penn State University, takes a look with human physiology in mind. Dr. Tony Wolf is an environmental physiologist. His research is focused on understanding the impact of the environment on human health. How Hot is Too Hot for the Human […]

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David Shorter, University of California Los Angeles –...

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2023/11/07

First contact with extraterrestrials has been imagined many times, but what would happen in reality? David Shorter, professor of world arts and culture at the University of California Los Angeles, has an idea. Dr. David Shorter is a tenured professor at UCLA, where he has taught “Aliens, Psychics, and Ghosts” for over a decade. He […]

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Paula Marantz Cohen, Drexel University – Defining...

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2023/11/06

A good conversation can bring many benefits. Paula Marantz Cohen, dean and distinguished professor of English at Drexel University, tells us why. Paula Marantz Cohen is Dean of the Pennoni Honors College and Distinguished Professor of English at Drexel University. She is the author six novels and six non-fiction books, including, most recently, Talking Cure: […]

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Joseph Davies, Cardiff Metropolitan University –...

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2023/11/03

Why are psychiatric inpatients often obese? Joseph Davies, lecturer in applied psychology at Cardiff Metropolitan University, discusses his findings. Dr Joseph Davies is a psychologist and lecturer in applied psychology at Cardiff Metropolitan University in South Wales, and member of the International Association for Forensic Mental Health Services. His research focuses on physical health within […]

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Lisa Donovan, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts –...

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2023/11/02

Studying the arts can lead to deep, rigorous learning. Lisa Donovan, professor of arts management at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, explores how arts can help the cause of academic rigor. Dr. Lisa Donovan is a professor in the Fine and Performing Arts Department at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. Previously she served […]

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Insiya Hussain, University of Texas at Austin –...

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2023/11/01

Can money and altruism mix? Insiya Hussain, assistant professor of management at the University of Texas at Austin, explores this in the workplace. Insiya Hussain is an Assistant Professor of Management at the University of Texas at Austin McCombs School of Business. Her research focuses on understanding how employees can overcome the challenges of speaking […]

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Sarah Seymour, Chiang Mai University – Solace and...

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2023/10/31

Humans are always trying to find meaning in life. Sarah Seymour, expat specialist and lecturer at Chiang Mai University, examines this through the work of a poet. Sarah Seymour is a fiction writer and essayist, and currently teaches at Chiang Mai University in Thailand. Her most recent publications include the essay “Solace and Saudade” (Aeon, […]

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Marjan Ehsassi, Johns Hopkins University – Putting...

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2023/10/30

U.S. citizens don’t feel like they are being heard in politics. Marjan Ehsassi, Berggruen Future of Democracy fellow and research and assistant professor at Johns Hopkins University, details this in an international framework. Dr. Marjan H. Ehsassi is a Berggruen Future of Democracy Fellow (non-resident) and Strategic Director of the Democratic Action Fund. A former […]

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Chiara Camponeschi, York University – Turning Moments...

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2023/10/27

A crisis can provide an avenue forward towards personal growth if managed correctly. Chiara Camponeschi, Banting postdoctoral fellow at the Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research at York University, examines how one group is bringing disparate groups together to chart a path ahead. Dr. Chiara Camponeschi is a Banting Postdoctoral Fellow at the Dahdaleh Institute […]

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