Katharine Gelber, University of Queensland – 9/11 and Free Speech
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The events of 9/11/2001 have had profound effects on our society. Katharine Gelber, professor of politics and public policy at the University of Queensland, profiles free speech in the years following the terrorist attack. Katharine Gelber is Professor of Politics…
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Betsy Herold, Albert Einstein College of Medicine – Herpes Vaccine
The herpes simplex virus is incredibly common and also incurable. Betsy Herold, a professor of pediatrics and microbiology-immunology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, is working on a preventative vaccine. Dr. Betsy Herold is a physician-scientist whose clinical practice and…
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Michael Strager, WVU – Protecting Water Resources
Water is among our most precious resources. Michael Strager, associate professor in the Division of Resource Management, Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design at West Virginia University, is working to mitigate the negative consequences of dangerous chemical spills and…
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Abe Springer, NAU – Springs and Sustainability
Springs are a vital piece of our ecosystem. Abe Springer, professor at Northern Arizona University, studies springs and their integral place in our environment. Dr. Abe Springer is a professor of hydrogeology and ecohydrology at the School of Earth Sciences and…
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This Week on The Academic Minute
Monday, May 18 Abe Springer of Northern Arizona University analyzes the vital role springs play in our environment. Tuesday, May 19 Michael Strager of West Virginia University discusses the importance of mitigating chemical spills in our drinking water. Wednesday,…
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Susan Schneider, UCONN – Artificial Alien Life
We all have a mental image of what we assume aliens will look like. Susan Schneider, philosophy professor at the University of Connecticut, has some deeper theories about first contact. Dr. Susan Schneider is a professor of philosophy at UCONN.…
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Jennifer Cramer 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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Georgiana Bostean, Chapman University – Caregiver Crises
As our lifespans continually increase, unforeseen problems are arising. Georgiana Bostean, sociologist at Chapman University, is studying the crises currently being faced in the field of elder care. Georgiana Bostean is an Assistant Professor in the Sociology Department and Environmental…
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Heidi Newberg, RPI – The Size of the Galaxy
This universe of ours is pretty big, and it might be bigger than we think. Heidi Newberg, astronomer and physicist at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, is studying the size of the galaxy. Dr. Heidi Newberg has worked in many areas of…
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Ryan Schacht, Utah – Sexual Ratios
The nature of your surroundings might dictate your desires. Ryan Schacht, post-doctoral research fellow at University of Utah, is studying our reproductive goals in relation to availability. Ryan Schacht‘s research explores variability in behavior within and between groups. Currently, Ryan…