Marie-Claire Beaulieu, Tufts University – Greek Mythology in the Garden
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Next time you’re in your garden, think Greek. Marie-Claire Beaulieu, associate professor of classical studies at Tufts University, explores the mythology present in this space. Marie-Claire Beaulieu studies the human experience of the natural world in Greek and Roman mythology,…
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Jay Zagorsky, Boston University – Can Important Unions Collapse and Disappear
Unions can seem very strong, until they’re not. Jay Zagorsky, clinical associate professor at the Questrom School of Business at Boston University, revisits one union that came and went. Jay Zagorsky is an economist who teaches at Boston University’s Questrom…
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This Week on The Academic Minute (2023.11.27)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2023.11.27 Monday Jay Zagorsky, clinical associate professor at the Questrom School of Business at Boston University, examines how one union that came and went due to technological inventions. Tuesday Marie-Claire Beaulieu, associate…
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The Academic Minute for 2023.11.20-2023.11.24
The Academic Minute from 11.20 – 11.24 Monday Lucas Berenbrok – University of Pittsburgh The Curious Case of Phenylephrine Lucas Berenbrok, associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy, is a board-certified ambulatory care pharmacist. Dr. Berenbrok’s research…
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Jose Holguin-Veras, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – Reducing E-Commerce Emissions
Shopping from home can also be bad for the environment. Jose Holguin-Veras, professor of civil and environmental engineering at Renssealaer Polytechnic Institute, explores ways to reduce vehicle emissions during shipping. Dr. José Holguín-Veras is the William H. Hart Professor, and…
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Ashli Stokes, University of North Carolina Charlotte – Thanksgiving Food and Gratitude
Food is the main event of most Thanksgivings. Ashli Stokes, associate professor in the department of communication studies at the University of North Carolina Charlotte, discusses the importance of preparing something tasty for your family to enjoy this holiday. Dr.…
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Emmanuel Urquieta, Baylor College of Medicine – What Happens if Someone Dies in Space?
What happens if an astronaut dies in space? Emmanuel Urquieta, assistant professor in the Center for Space Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, considers the options. Dr. Emmanuel Urquieta currently serves as Chief Medical Officer at the NASA funded Translational…
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Emily Midkiff, University of North Dakota – Kids and Sci-Fi Books
If kids like science fiction, why aren’t there enough sci-fi books for them to read? Emily Midkiff, assistant professor of teaching, leadership, and professional practice at the University of North Dakota, says there’s plenty of “space” on the shelf. Emily…
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Lucas Berenbrok, University of Pittsburgh – The Curious Case of Phenylephrine
Does your over-the-counter cold medicine actually fight your cold? Lucas Berenbrok, associate professor of pharmacy and therapeutics at the University of Pittsburgh, discusses which ones may work and which may not. Lucas Berenbrok, associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh…
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This Week on The Academic Minute (2023.11.20)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2023.11.20 Monday Lucas Berenbrok, associate professor of pharmacy and therapeutics at the University of Pittsburgh, discusses the curious case of Phenylephrine. Tuesday Emily Midkiff, assistant professor of teaching, leadership, and professional practice…