Chris Ferguson, Stetson University – Sex on TV and Teen Behavior
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Does more sexual content in mass media lead to more teen sexual behavior? Chris Ferguson, associate professor of psychology at Stetson University, examines this question. Christopher Ferguson holds a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Central Florida. He…
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Daniel Tennant, University of Birmingham – Blood Cancer and Bone Marrow
Part of the puzzle of blood cancer may have been solved. Daniel Tennant, Senior Lecturer in Metabolic Biochemistry at the University of Birmingham, delves into our bone marrow to find out how to treat this disease. Dr. Daniel Tennant is…
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Auriel Willette, Iowa State University – Alzheimer’s Disease and the Immune System
There’s a new area in the body to focus on in Alzheimer’s research. Auriel Willette, assistant professor of food science and human nutrition at Iowa State University, says the immune system has a role to play beyond fighting off illnesses.…
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Natasha Rajah, McGill University – Middle-Age Memory Decline
When does memory decline begin? Natasha Rajah, Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at McGill University, delves into using brain scans of people of various ages and what it tells us about this natural process. Natasha Rajah received her…
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This Week On The Academic Minute (2016.10.10)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2016.10.10 Monday, October 10th Natasha Rajah of McGill University explores when memory decline starts to occur during natural aging. Tuesday, October 11th Auriel Willette of Iowa State University discusses how the immune system has…
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The Academic Minute for 2016.10.3-10.7
Academic Minute from 10.3 – 10.7 Monday, October 3rd Kevin Hatala – Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology Footprints of Homo Erectus Kevin Hatala is a paleoanthropologist whose research interests are centered on the evolution of hominin anatomy and locomotion,…
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Robert Edgell, SUNY Polytechnic Institute – Innovation and Language
How do you give businesses a better chance to be innovative? Robert Edgell, professor of technology management at SUNY Polytechnic Institute, explores the hidden intentions behind human communications and how they can hinder innovation. Dr. Robert Edgell is an Assistant…
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Jessica Pabon 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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Craig Triplett, Black Hills State University – Past Athletic Experience and Health
Competing in sports during high school could positively affect your long-term health. Craig Triplett, assistant professor of exercise science at Black Hills State University, examines how being active could lead to future wellness. Craig Triplett, DPT, Assistant Professor of Exercise…
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Anthony Vance, Brigham Young University – Security Warnings
Not everyone pays attention to security warnings on their computer. Anthony Vance, associate professor of information systems at Brigham Young University, discusses when the best time may be for people to act on these notifications. Anthony Vance is an Associate…