Jonathan Willner, Oklahoma City University – Sports Economics
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Does competitive balance in sports lead to better attendance? Jonathan Willner, professor of economics at Oklahoma City University, explains that the score on the field doesn’t always represent the amount of fans in the seats. Jonathan Willner was raised in…
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This Week on The Academic Minute (2015.10.5)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2015.10.5 Monday, October 5 Jonathan Willner of Oklahoma City University talks about the economics of sports. Tuesday, October 6 Richard Pak of Clemson University explains how we may be putting too much trust in technology. Wednesday, October 7 Brianna Mount of…
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The Academic Minute for 2015.9.28 – 10.02
Catch up with The Academic Minute from 9.28 – 10.02 Monday, September 28 Mitch Grayson – Medical College of Wisconsin Asthma Research Dr. Mitch Grayson graduated with a B.A. from Knox College in Galesburg, IL before attending the University of Chicago,…
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Laura Crysel, Stetson University – Harry Potter Personalities
Are you a Gryffindor or a Slytherin? Laura Crysel, assistant professor of psychology at Stetson University, explains how the sorting hat may reveal more about you than you think. Laura Crysel received a Ph.D. and M.S. in social psychology from…
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Amber Watts 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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Mary Murphy, Indiana University – Discrimination of Women in STEM
Signs of discrimination can be subtle. Mary Murphy, assistant professor of psychology at Indiana University, delves into how women in STEM fields can feel marginalized. Dr. Murphy is an assistant professor in Indiana University Bloomington College of Arts and Sciences’ Department of…
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Jason D’Cruz, University at Albany – Self Deception
Can you deceive yourself? Jason D’Cruz, assistant professor in the philosophy department at the University at Albany, confronts the complexity of self-deception. Jason D’Cruz is an Assistant Professor in the Philosophy Department at the University at Albany, State University of…
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Seth Davis, University of Idaho – Beneficial plant viruses
There can be some surprising benefits to being sick. Seth Davis, postdoctoral scientist at the University of Idaho, explains how sometimes when a plant gets a virus, it can be a good thing. Dr. Seth Davis received his B.S.…
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Mitch Grayson, Medical College of Wisconsin – Asthma Research
Asthma is an exceptionally common issue. Mitch Grayson, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Medicine, Microbiology and Molecular Genetics at the Medical College of Wisconsin, is working to treat this familiar affliction. Dr. Grayson graduated with a B.A. from Knox College in Galesburg,…
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This Week on The Academic Minute (2015.9.28)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2015.9.28 Monday, September 28 Mitchell Grayson of the Medical College of Wisconsin is working to treat the common affliction of asthma. Tuesday, September 29 Seth Davis of the University of Idaho explains how…