Month: December 2022
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The Academic Minute for 2022.12.26-2022.12.30
The Academic Minute from 12.26 – 12.30 Monday, December 26th Khurram Afridi – Cornell University Wireless Charging of Electric Vehicles Khurram Afridi is an Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering in Cornell University’s College of Engineering. He received his BS from Caltech in 1989, and he did his Master’s and Ph.D. work at…
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Best-Of Week 2022: Cara Giovanetti, New York University – Dark Matter
It’s Best Of Week on The Academic Minute. In our most listened to segment of 2022, Cara Giovanetti, Ph. D student in Physics at New York University, went in search of dark matter during New York University Week. Cara Giovanetti is a third-year graduate student in the NYU physics department, working towards a Ph.D. after…
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Best-Of Week 2022: Rachael Woldoff, West Virginia University – Digital Nomads
It’s Best Of Week on The Academic Minute. In our second most listened to segment of 2022, Rachael Woldoff, professor of sociology at West Virginia University, explored the world of digital nomads. Rachael A. Woldoff is an urban sociologist and Professor of Sociology. She received a PhD in sociology from The Ohio State University, specializing…
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Best-Of Week 2022: Joe Laycock, Texas State University – Why Exorcism Won’t Go Away
It’s Best Of Week on The Academic Minute. In our third most listened to segment of 2022, Joe Laycock, associate professor of religious studies at Texas State University, explained why how exorcisms are not going away anytime soon. Joseph P. Laycock is the author of several books on religious history including The Penguin Book of…
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Best-Of Week 2022: William E. Pelham, Florida International University – Medication Doesn’t Help Kids With ADHD Learn
It’s Best Of Week on The Academic Minute. In our fourth most listened to segment of 2022, William E. Pelham, distinguished professor of psychology at Florida International University, discussed why medications may not always be the answer for certain disorders. Pelham has authored or co-authored nearly 500 professional publications dealing with ADHD and its assessment…
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Best-Of Week 2022: Khurram Afridi, Cornell University – Wireless Charging of Electric Vehicles
It’s Best Of Week on The Academic Minute. In our fifth most listened to segment of the year, Khurram Afridi, associate professor of electrical and computer engineering at Cornell University, examined how to charge electric cars more efficiently during Cornell University College of Engineering Week. Khurram Afridi is an Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer…
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Best Of Week on The Academic Minute (2022.12.26)
Best Of Week on The Academic Minute 2022.12.26 Monday, December 26th In our fifth most listened to segment of the year, Khurram Afridi, associate professor of electrical and computer engineering at Cornell University, examined how to charge electric cars more efficiently during Cornell University College of Engineering Week. Tuesday, December 27th In our…
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The Academic Minute for 2022.12.19-2022.12.23
The Academic Minute from 12.19 – 12.23 Monday, December 19th Ling Cao – University of New England Models for Discovering Methods to Reduce Chronic Pain Dr. Cao completed her training in Clinical Medicine at Beijing Medical University and subsequently completed PhD training at the State University of New York at Albany (SUNY Albany). After…
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Thomas Klak, University of New England – Reintroducing Chestnut Trees to Improve Biodiversity
On University of New England Week: How do we stir up more biodiversity in nature? Thomas Klak, professor in the school of marine and environmental programs, explores one possibility. My research and teaching efforts focus on ecological restoration. The broad questions that drive my work are: How can we help heal the Earth? How can…
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Sydney Springer, University of New England – Working with Doctors on Deprescribing
On University of New England Week: Medications doesn’t come without risks and side effects. Sydney Springer, assistant professor of pharmacy, explains why some would rather go on without them. Dr. Springer is a preceptor for Advance Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) students in Ambulatory Care. She works in family practice at Mid Coast Medical Group – Family…