Greg Valentine, University at Buffalo – Volcanic Flows
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What makes the flow of a supervolcano travel so far from the eruption? Greg Valentine, professor of geology at the University at Buffalo, examines whether speed or weight makes the flows travel great distances. Ph.D., Geological Sciences, University of California…
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James Cook, University of Missouri School of Medicine – A Better Fix for Torn ACLs
A new technique to treat ACL injuries may be on the way. James Cook, Professor in Orthopedic Surgery at the University Of Missouri School Of Medicine, describes this new technique and how it could lead to a more active lifestyle…
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This Week On The Academic Minute (2016.5.16)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2016.5.16 Monday, May 16 James Cook of the University of Missouri discusses a new way to treat ACL injuries in your knee. Tuesday, May 17 Greg Valentine of the University at Buffalo examines why lava…
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Food Week On The Academic Minute 2016.5.9-5.13
Academic Minute from 5.9 – 5.13 Monday, May 9 Doug Archer – University of Florida Total Sensory Foods Dr. Archer was appointed Professor and Chair, Food Science and Human Nutrition Department, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida,…
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Jeff Brecht, University of Florida – Reducing Food Waste
The amount of food that is wasted in the United States is startling. Jeff Brecht, Research Foundation Professor in the Horticultural Sciences Department at the University of Florida, examines how getting over our fascination with perfect looking food could help…
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Chris Hopwood 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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Vernon Barnes, Augusta University – Mindfulness Eating
Mindfulness might not be just for your mind. Vernon Barnes, assistant professor of pediatrics, nursing and graduate studies at Augusta University, explains how mindful eating may be a healthy way to lose weight. Vernon A. Barnes PhD is an Assistant…
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Gina Mohr, Colorado State University – The Crunch Effect
Next time you open a bag of chips, concentrate on the crunch. Gina Mohr, assistant professor of marketing at Colorado State University, examines how being mindful of the sound your food makes when consuming it may lead to eating less…
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Erin Hanlon, University of Chicago – Sleep Munchies
Not getting enough sleep carries an increased risk of obesity. Erin Hanlon, Research Associate (in rank of Assistant Professor) at the University of Chicago, explains that lack of sleep can make your body go haywire, causing you to want to overeat. Erin…
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Doug Archer, University of Florida – Total Sensory Foods
The taste of food might come from more than just your taste buds. Douglas Archer, professor in the institute of food and agricultural sciences at the University of Florida, examines how all of our senses are responsible for appreciating the…