Month: May 2023
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Andrew Berglund, University at Albany – The Fight Against Myotonic Dystrophy
On University at Albany Week: We still need to find a cure for many afflictions. Andrew Berglund, director of the RNA Institute and professor of biological sciences, details one of these. Dr. Berglund’s scientific career has revolved around understanding the role of RNA in biology. The focus of his research is on neuromuscular diseases with…
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Brett Harris, University at Albany – Mental Health in Rural New York
On University at Albany Week: Mental health is an issue for everyone. Brett Harris, clinical associate professor in the department of health policy, management and behavior, explores one region to listen in to their struggles. Brett Harris, DrPH, is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University at Albany’s School of Public Health, a Senior Research…
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Bhupal Shrestha, University at Albany – Tracking Western Wildfire Smoke
On University at Albany Week: Western wildfire smoke isn’t just a concern for the Western U.S. Bhupal Shrestha, senior research scientist, examines how the East Coast also feels the effects. Bhupal Shrestha, PhD, is a senior research support specialist at the New York State Mesonet at the University at Albany. He completed his MS and…
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This Week on The Academic Minute (2023.05.29)
University at Albany Week on The Academic Minute 2023.05.29 Monday Bhupal Shrestha, senior research scientist, examines how the East Coast also feels the effects of western U.S. wildfire smoke. Tuesday Brett Harris, clinical associate professor in the department of health policy, management and behavior, explores mental health in rural regions. Wednesday Andrew…
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The Academic Minute for 2023.05.22-2023.05.26
The Academic Minute from 5.22 – 5.26 Monday Andrew Belnap – University of Texas at Austin Are Tax Audits Bad for Business? Andrew Belnap is an Assistant Professor of Accounting in the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin. His research examines tax disclosure and tax enforcement issues, often in collaboration…
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William Herbert, Hunter College – 50 Years of Higher Education Collective Bargaining
How do we push higher education forward? William Herbert, distinguished lecturer and executive director of the national center for the study of collective bargaining in higher education and the professions at Hunter College, looks into this question. William A. Herbert is a Distinguished Lecturer and Executive Director of the National Center for the Study of…
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Tripti Bhattacharya, Syracuse University – Clues from the Pliocene
As the climate changes, what can history teach us about the future? Tripti Bhattacharya, Thonis family professor of earth and environmental sciences at Syracuse University, looks into the past to find out. My research focuses on understanding the sensitivity of regional rainfall to global climate change. I use a variety of methods, ranging from geochemical…
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David Cingranelli, Binghamton University – The Need for National Human Rights Report Cards
Students get report cards; maybe countries should as well. David Cingranelli, professor of political science at Binghamton University, explains why. David Cingranelli is a Professor of Political Science. He has written widely on human rights, democracy, and governance. His 2007 book with Rodwan Abouharb, Human Rights and Structural Adjustment, (Cambridge University Press) demonstrated the negative…
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Elizabeth Dorssom, Lincoln University of Missouri – Why Do Legislatures Use Sunset Provisions?
Why do legislatures use sunset provisions? Elizabeth Dorssom, assistant professor of political science at Lincoln University of Missouri, delves into this question. Dr. Elizabeth Dorssom is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at Lincoln University of Missouri. Dr. Dorssom’s research focuses on the impact of resources on politics and policy. Specifically, I am interested in…
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Andrew Belnap, University of Texas at Austin – Are Tax Audits Bad for Business?
Are tax audits bad for business? Andrew Belnap, assistant professor of accounting in the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin, considers this question. Andrew Belnap is an Assistant Professor of Accounting in the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin. His research examines tax disclosure and…