Podcast: The Academic Minute
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C. Michael White, University of Connecticut – Ketamine and Electroconvulsive Therapy
Depression sufferers may have a new choice for treatment. C. Michael White, distinguished professor and chair of pharmacy practice at the University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy, explains. Michael White, Pharm.D., FCP, FCCP, FASHP has ~500 publications resulting in 18288 citations with an H-index of 70; placing him within an elite group of researchers. Dr.…
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Charles Silver, University of Texas School of Law – Put Consumers in Charge of Health Care
There are many nightmare stories about dealing with the healthcare system in the U.S.; so how do we change it? Charles Silver, Roy W. and Eugenia C. McDonald endowed chair in civil procedure at the University of Texas School of Law, suggests a solution. Charles Silver teaches courses on civil procedure, health law, and professional responsibility.…
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Anthony James, Miami University – Chronic Absenteeism
The pandemic has brought many challenges to the fore in K-12 schools. Anthony James, professor and interim chair of family science and social work at Miami University, details how to fight back against one of these. Dr. Anthony G. James Jr. is a professor in the Department of Family Science and Social Work at Miami University. He earned…
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Matt Knutson, University of North Dakota – Arcade Games and Accessible Sport
Accessible competitive gaming is a growing industry with a long history. Matt Knutson, assistant professor at the University of North Dakota, fires up the games to find out more. Matt Knutson (he/him) is an assistant professor at the University of North Dakota, where he directs the academic program in esports. His research focuses on the…
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Lydia Kruse, Purdue University – The Science Behind Ariana Grande’s Vocal Metamorphosis
What is vocal placement and why do some people use it when talking? Lydia Kruse, clinical assistant professor at Purdue University, explores this. Lydia Kruse is a Speech-Language Pathologist and Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences at Purdue University. She teaches in the MS-SLP program and provides clinical practicum…
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Andrea Luangrath, University of Iowa – Silver Medalists Appear Less Happy Than Bronze Medalists
Would you rather finish second or third in a competition? Andrea Luangrath, associate professor of marketing in the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa, says the answer may be surprising for athletes. Andrea Luangrath is an Associate Professor and the Director of Graduate Studies in Marketing in the Tippie College of Business…
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Alex Erwin, Florida International University – Predator in the Crosshairs – and on the Ballot
How does hunting affect the population of a species? Alex Erwin, assistant professor of law at Florida International University, explores this. Professor John (Alex) Erwin is an Assistant Professor of Law at Florida International University College of Law. Combining his legal training with his background as a wildlife biologist, his research is situated at the…
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Jiasun Li, George Mason University – Will A.I. Replace Content Creators?
Will artificial intelligence replace content creators? Jiasun Li, associate professor of finance at the George Mason University Costello College of Business, says not quite. Jiasun Li is an associate professor of finance at the George Mason University Costello College of Business and has a Ph.D. in Finance from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA).…
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Ray Brescia, Albany Law School – Lawyers and the Rule of Law in the United States
Do we need to recommit to the Rule of Law in the United States? Ray Brescia, associate dean for research and intellectual life, Hon. Harold R Tyler Chair in law and technology at Albany Law School, says yes. Professor Brescia is the author of “The Future of Change: How Technology Shapes Social Revolutions” (Cornell University…
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Kathryn Robinson-Tay, Washington State University – Trust and Autonomous Vehicle Acceptance
Would you let your car drive for you? Kathryn Robinson-Tay, PhD student in science and risk communication at Washington State University, determines what you might stop you. Kathryn Robinson-Tay is a third-year PhD student studying science and risk communication in the Edward R. Murrow College of Communication. Her research focuses primarily on how institutional and…