Pawan Dhingra, Amherst College – After-School Academics in an Era of Remote Learning
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After-school education is taking hold during online learning at schools. Pawan Dhingra, professor of American studies at Amherst College, wonders if it helps or hinders children. Dr. Pawan Dhingra (Ph.D. sociology) is Professor of American Studies and Faculty Diversity and…
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Ji Ung Lee, SUNY Polytechnic Institute – A Potential Path to a Quantum Computer in Every Home
In the future we may all have quantum computers in our homes. Ji Ung Lee, professor of nanoscale engineering at SUNY Polytechnic Institute, examines how we might get there. Ji Ung Lee received his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the…
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Brian Schubert, University of Louisiana at Lafayette – Using Fossil Plants to Measure Climate Change
What can fossils teach us about the future of climate change? Brian Schubert, associate professor in the school of geosciences at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, digs in to look ahead. I have been at the University of Louisiana…
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Selmer Bringsjord, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – Ethical A.I.
Should artificial intelligence be used in weapons? Selmer Bringsjord, professor of cognitive science at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, explores this question. Selmer Bringsjord is Professor of Cognitive Science, Professor of Computer Science, Professor of Logic & Philosophy, Professor of Management &…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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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…