Andrew David, Clarkson University – No Longer an Ocean Away
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The oceans are changing with the climate and human intervention. Andrew David, assistant professor of biology at Clarkson University, informs us about these changes and how they affect the species that live there. Andrew A. David is an assistant professor…
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Jun Li, University of Michigan – The Brain’s 24-Hour Clock
The news cycle isn’t the only 24-hour cycle we see. Jun Li, Associate Professor in the Department of Human Genetics at the University of Michigan, discusses how our brains are also on their own 24-hour clock. This work is conducted…
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Penny Spikins, University of York – Human Origins
What caused the spread of humans across the globe? Penny Spikins, Senior Lecturer in the Archaeology of Human Origins at the University of York, details how emotions may be at the root of human expansion to new territories. Penny has…
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Ilene Warner-Maron, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine – Baby Boomers & STDs
HIV cases in people over 50 are on the rise. Ilene Warner-Maron, clinical assistant professor in the department of psychology at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, explains why older adults may not appreciate the risks as much as the…
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This Week on The Academic Minute (2016.3.14)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2016.3.14 Monday, March 14 Ilene Warner-Maron of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine explores why STDs are rising among the Baby Boomer generation. Tuesday, March 15 Penny Spikins of the University of York discusses why humans…
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The Academic Minute for 2016.3.7-3.11
Academic Minute from 3.7 – 3.11 Monday, March 7 Prashant Kumta – University of Pittsburgh Biodegradable Parts for Fixing Complex Fractures Professor Kumta obtained his Bachelor of Technology (with Honors) in Metallurgical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, India…
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Stacey Hust, Washington State University – Popular Crime Shows Influence Behavior
Could watching Law & Order:SVU make you less likely to commit a sexual crime? Stacey Hust, associate professor of communications at Washington State University, wonders whether TV crime shows affect the intentions of viewers who watch them. Stacey J.T. Hust…
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Spike Lee 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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David Carrier, University of Utah – Punching with Cadavers
Did our hand evolve for use as weapons? David Carrier, professor of biology at the University of Utah, delves into how the evolution of our hands led to the fist being an effective form of protection. My research is focused…
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Derek Gatherer, Lancaster University – History of Influenza
Did you get your flu shot this year? Derek Gatherer, lecturer in the Division of Biomedical and Life Sciences at Lancaster University, explores the history of influenza and what it may teach us about preventing this disease in the future.…