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Nutrition labels could be coming to a wine store near you. Deidre Popovich, associate professor of marketing at Texas Tech University, says customers might not like what they see. Deidre Popovich is an associate professor of marketing in the Rawls College of Business at Texas Tech University. She earned a PhD in marketing from Emory […]
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Why do we need to sleep? Keith Hengen, assistant professor in the department of biology at Washington University in St. Louis, delves into our brain to find the answer. Keith Hengen was born and raised in Concord, NH, and was first introduced to neuroscience at Bates College. From there, Keith went directly to grad school […]
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Looking back in history can help us solve the problems of today. Ayse Zarakol, professor of international relations at the University of Cambridge, takes a look back. Dr. Ayşe Zarakol is a Professor of International Relations at the University Cambridge and a Fellow at Emmanuel College. She is the author of After Defeat: How the […]
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Why is there such a large variety of attitudes to even well-evidenced science? Laurence Hurst, professor of evolutionary genetics at the University of Bath, explores the differences between those who trust in science and those who do not. Since 1997 Laurence Hurst has been the Professor of Evolutionary Genetics at The University of Bath. Prior […]
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Shared attention can be key to bridging the gaps between us in society. Garriy Shteynberg, associate professor of psychology at the University of Tennessee Knoxville, explores. Garriy Shteynberg is an associate professor of psychology at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Garriy received his PhD in psychology from the University of Maryland, and a Master’s in […]
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How do we stop our unhealthy behaviors? Kaitlin Woolley, associate professor of marketing at the SC Johnson College of business at Cornell University, looks short-term to help us out. Kaitlin Woolley is an Associate Professor of Marketing at the SC Johnson College of Business at Cornell University. She studies the psychological processes underlying consumer motivation […]
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Video games can get a bad rap at times, but they can bring benefits to those who play them. James Dawes, DeWitt Wallace professor of English at Macalester College, examines how James Dawes teaches narrative across the disciplines. His areas of research expertise include human rights, artificial intelligence, and the ethics of storytelling in fields […]
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LGBTQ+ workers want more than companies appearing to support causes at work. Dorian Rhea Debussy, lecturer of women’s, gender, and sexuality studies at The Ohio State University, discusses what else should be done. Dorian Rhea Debussy, Ph.D. (she/her) is the inaugural Director of External Affairs at Equitas Health, which is one of the largest LGBTQ+ […]
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Global warming has contributed to a record number of weather and climate disasters. Shuang-Ye Wu, professor and chair of the Department of Geology and Environmental Geosciences at the University of Dayton, breaks down why. Wu is a climate scientist who uses climate models to project future climate change and its potential impacts on the hydrological […]
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Sound baths have become all the rage to increase your health; but what does science say? Elisa Sobo, professor of anthropology at San Diego State University, listens in. Elisa (EJ) Sobo, PhD, is a professor of anthropology at San Diego State University. Past President of the Society for Medical Anthropology, Sobo has published thirteen books […]
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Switching off after work has a lot of benefits, but it’s easier said than done. Jane Gifkins, Research fellow at Griffith University, examines the benefits. Jane Gifkins is a research fellow with the Centre for Work, Organisation and Wellbeing with the Griffith Business School at Griffith University, Brisbane, Australia. Jane completed her Ph.D investigating fatigue […]
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Ancient philosophies can still ring true today. Sandra Woien, associate teaching professor in the school of historical, philosophical, and religious studies at Arizona State University, determines why. Sandra Woien is an Associate Teaching Professor in the School of Historical, Philosophical, and Religious Studies at Arizona State University. She currently teaches a variety of courses dealing […]
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Artists and researchers could have a lot to collaborate on. Cynthia Standley, professor in the department of bioethics and medical humanism at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, explores why these two groups coming together could have real benefits for society. Cynthia A. Standley, Ph.D. is a professor in the Department of […]
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We’re still learning how to understand certain aspects of science and mechanics. Larry M. Silverberg, professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering at North Carolina State University, discusses one such area of study. Larry M. Silverberg, born November 5, 1957, is a dynamicist. He writes for The Conversation about basic concepts relating to physical reality that […]
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This quiz show could help you in your career. Daniel Newton, assistant professor of management and entrepreneurship at the University of Iowa, says “What is Jeopardy?” Daniel Newton is an assistant professor of management and entrepreneurship in the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa. His research focuses on the causes and consequences […]
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On Assumption University Week: Every day we face many choices; how do we make the best ones for long-term benefits? Karen Lionello-DeNolf, associate professor of psychology and director of the applied behavior analysis programs, delves into this type of decision making. Dr. Lionello-DeNolf is an Associate Professor of Psychology and Director of the Applied Behavior […]
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On Assumption University Week: How do we give our children the best chance to be successful? Maria Kalpidou, associate professor of psychology, answers this question. Maria Kalpidou is a psychology professor at Assumption University in Massachusetts with 25 years of teaching experience in child development, a parent of three, and an advocate of equal opportunities […]
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On Assumption University Week: COVID-19 hit educators hard, especially those who teach special education students. Samantha Goldman, associate professor of special education and chair of the education department, explains why. Samantha Goldman, PhD, BCBA, is an associate professor of special education and chair of the education department at Assumption University. Her scholarly work focuses on […]
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On Assumption University Week: Deserts aren’t dead and there are still discoveries to be made in them. Karolina Fucikova, associate professor of biology, tells us of one. Karolina Fučíková is a biologist interested in the biodiversity, ecology and evolution of microscopic algae. She obtained her PhD at the University of Connecticut in 2011 and has […]
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On Assumption University Week: Removing plastic pollution could be critical to our future. Erin Tuttle, assistant professor in the department of biological and physical sciences, explores how. Erin Tuttle is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological and Physical Sciences at Assumption University. Her primary area of research focuses on environmental processes involving anthropogenic […]
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