Scott Solomon, Rice University – The Future Is Mixed Race
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Are human beings a finished product? Scott Solomon, professor of biosciences at Rice University, delves into gene flow and how globalization and mixed race children could hold a key to our future. I am a biologist and science writer based…
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Benjamin Blencowe, University of Toronto – One Protein’s Sweeping Influence on Autism
Autism treatment is a tough battle. Benjamin Blencowe, principal investigator at the University of Toronto, discusses a protein that could hold a clue to getting a better handle on fighting this disorder. Our research focuses on mechanisms underlying the regulation…
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This Week On The Academic Minute (2017.5.15)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2017.5.15 Monday, May 15th Benjamin Blencowe of the University of Toronto examines a breakthrough in the fight against autism. Tuesday, May 16th Scott Solomon of Rice University discusses why the future is mixed race. Wednesday, May 17th Lorie Vanchena of the University…
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The Academic Minute for 2017.5.8-5.12
Academic Minute from 5.8 – 5.12 Monday, May 8th John Rennie Short – University of Maryland Baltimore County Public Transportation Professor, author and renowned public speaker, John Rennie Short is an expert on urban issues, environmental concerns, globalization, political geography…
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Joe Moran, Liverpool John Moores University – Is Technology Making Us Shy?
Is technology making us shy? Joe Moran, professor of English and cultural history at Liverpool John Moores University, determines what new technologies can tell us about how we act behind our screens. I am a cultural historian focusing on Britain…
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Jennifer Van Hook featured on The Best of Our Knowledge
As always, host Bob Barrett selects an Academic Minute to air during The Best of Our Knowledge. Each week this program examines some of the issues unique to college campuses, looks at the latest research, and invites commentary from experts…
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Terry-Ann Craigie, Connecticut College – Ban the Box
Should we ban the box? Terry-Ann Craigie, assistant professor of economics at Connecticut College, explores whether taking the criminal conviction question off job applications can help ex-offenders get back on their feet sooner. Terry-Ann Craigie’s research explores issues in economics…
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Bruce Peabody, Fairleigh Dickinson University – Heroes
Who is your hero? Bruce Peabody, professor of political science at Fairleigh Dickinson University, explains what heroism teaches us about the divide between elite and public opinion. Professor Peabody’s research interests include American heroism, constitutional reform, judicial independence, the separation…
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Deborah Y. Cohn, New York Institute of Technology – Bad Gift Giving
We’ve all received a bad gift or two in our time. Deborah Y. Cohn, associate professor of marketing at the New York Institute of Technology, breaks down why someone would give without an aim to please the recipient. Deborah Y.…
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John Rennie Short, University of Maryland Baltimore County – Public Transportation
How do we get more people on the bus? John Rennie Short, professor of public policy at the University of Maryland Baltimore County, examines how public transportation fits better into the future of our cities. Professor, author and renowned public…