Martin Krieger featured on The Best of Our Knowledge
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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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Adam Blackler, Black Hills State University – Germany, Genocide and Namibia
There is still one genocide Germany has not taken responsibility for. Adam Blackler, assistant professor of history at Black Hills State University, says Germany’s actions in Africa need to be recognized too. Adam A. Blackler is an Assistant Professor of…
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Charles Bourque, McGill University – How the Brain’s Clock Drives Thirst Before Sleep
Do you have a drink of water before bed? Charles Bourque, professor of neurosurgery at McGill University, details why you might want to be hydrated before zonking out for the night. Dr. Bourque obtained a Ph.D. degree in Physiology from…
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F. Chris Curran, University of Maryland Baltimore County – Science Achievement Gap
The achievement gap in science can start early. F. Chris Curran, Assistant Professor of Public Policy at the University of Maryland Baltimore County, explores why there’s a need to focus on early science learning. Chris Curran, PhD, is an educational…
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Eliane Lucassen, Leiden University Medical Center – Continuous Light Causes Premature Aging
Could continuous light make you age faster? Eliane Lucassen, Faculty in the Lab for Neurophysiology at Leiden University Medical Center, discusses the importance of the circadian rhythm on our natural processes. I started performing research concerning circadian rhythms as an…
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This Week On The Academic Minute (2016.12.12)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2016.12.12 Monday, December 12th Eliane Lucassen of the Leiden University Medical Center examines if continuous light can make you age faster. Tuesday, December 13th F. Chris Curran of the University of Maryland Baltimore County…
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The Academic Minute for 2016.12.05-12.09
Academic Minute from 12.5 – 12.9 Monday, December 5th Craig Thorley – University of Liverpool Group Work Can Harm Memory Recall Dr. Craig Thorley, PhD, is a Tenure-Track Lecturer in Psychology at University of Liverpool, England. As of January 2017…
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Andrew Oswald, University of Warwick – Fruits, Vegetables and Happiness
If you’re feeling sad – have a few servings of veggies. Andrew Oswald, Professor of Economics and Behavioral Science at the University of Warwick, says eating more fruits and vegetables can help boost your mood. Andrew Oswald is a Professor…
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Shawn Bishop 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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Mazhar Arikan, University of Kansas – Baggage Fees
Everyone hates bag fees at the airport. Mazhar Arikan, assistant professor in the school of business at the University of Kansas, discusses whether bag fees may have some benefits as well. Research Interests Supply chain management Stochastic Modeling of Service…