Month: March 2021
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This Week on The Academic Minute (2021.03.22)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2021.03.22 Monday, March 22nd Selmer Bringsjord, professor of cognitive science at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, explores ethical A.I.. Tuesday, March 23rd Brian Schubert, associate professor in the school of geosciences at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, digs in to the past to look ahead. Wednesday, March 24th Ji…
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The Academic Minute for 2021.03.15-2021.03.19
The Academic Minute from 03.15 – 03.19 Monday, March 15th Anahid S. Modrek – Thomas Jefferson University A Cost of an Excellent Education Dr. Anahid Modrek is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Thomas Jefferson University, where she is PI directing the Leaning to Learn (L2L) Lab studying cognitive and sociocultural processes…
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Rokeshia Renné Ashley, Florida International University – Negotiating Health Information Concerning Skin Whitening
Chemical products to lighten skin can have negative effects. Rokeshia Renné Ashley, assistant professor in the department of communication at Florida International University, explores why many women still turn to these products. Dr. Rokeshia Renné Ashley is a Miami native and mother to her daughter, Emery. Dr. Ashley’s research focuses on health communication in body…
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Laura Guertin, Penn State University Brandywine – Science and Communication
There are many challenges breaking down science for consumption. Laura Guertin, professor of earth science at Penn State Brandywine, details a solution. Laura Guertin received her B.A. in Geology from Bucknell University and her Ph.D. in Marine Geology and Geophysics from the University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science. Dr. Guertin’s primary…
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Brian Lowe, SUNY Oneonta – Conspiracy Theories
Conspiracy theories continue to run rampant in today’s public sphere. Brian Lowe, professor of sociology at SUNY Oneonta, looks into why. Brian M. Lowe received his BAH and Master’s in Sociology from Queen’s University at Kingston, Ontario and his Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Virginia. Dr. Lowe’s research and teaching interests include sociological…
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Ben Ho, Vassar College – Why Trust Matters
How do we gain trust in one another? Ben Ho, associate professor of economics at Vassar College, delves into this question. Ben Ho is an associate professor of behavioral economics at Vassar College who applies economic tools like game theory and experimental design to understand social systems such as apologies, identity, fairness and attitudes about…
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Anahid S. Modrek, Thomas Jefferson University – A Cost of an Excellent Education
A self-directed student may not fit the mold of a well-behaved student. Anahid S. Modrek, assistant professor in the department of psychology at Thomas Jefferson University, examines whether the benefits outweigh the negatives. Dr. Anahid Modrek is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Thomas Jefferson University, where she is PI directing the…
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This Week on The Academic Minute (2021.03.15)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2021.03.15 Monday, March 15th Anahid S. Modrek, assistant professor in the department of psychology at Thomas Jefferson University, examines whether a self-directed student fits the mold of a well-behaved student. Tuesday, March 16th Ben Ho, associate professor of economics at Vassar College, delves into how we learn to…
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The Academic Minute for 2021.03.08-2021.03.12
The Academic Minute from 03.08 – 03.12 Monday, March 8th Daniel H. Neilson – Bard College at Simon’s Rock GameStop and the Future of Platform Finance Daniel H. Neilson studies the financial relationships and institutions of contemporary capitalism. He is the author of *Minsky* (Polity, 2019), which builds a theory of financial capitalism based on…
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Caroline Brackette, Mercer University – Mental Health and College Satisfaction
Mental health disabilities can be hidden, but still have a large effect on college students’ satisfaction on campuses. Caroline Brackette, associate professor in the college of health professions at Mercer University, explains. Dr. Caroline Brackette is a licensed professional counselor and has clinical experience working with a diverse population of clients across the mental health…