Podcast: The Academic Minute
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Danae Schulz, Harvey Mudd College – New Ways to Stop a Deadly African Parasite
Parasites can be deadly for humans and animals alike. Danae Schulz, assistant professor of biology at Harvey Mudd College, describes how to stop one nasty bug. Danae Schulz is an assistant professor of biology at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California, where she teaches molecular biology and studies the African trypanosome, a protozoan parasite that…
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Greg Townley, Portland State University – Findings From a Mixed-Methods Evaluation of an Alternative First Responder Program
On Portland State University Week: Should the police be among the first responders for certain 911 calls? Greg Townley, associate professor of community psychology, says other methods may be more beneficial in certain situations. Dr. Greg Townley is an Associate Professor of Community Psychology at Portland State University and co-founder of PSU’s Homelessness Research &…
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Elise Granek, Portland State University – Understanding the Impacts of Anthropogenic Stressors on the Ecosystems of Coastal Transition Zones
On Portland State University Week: The changing atmosphere is putting stresses on ecosystems. Elise Granek, associate professor of environmental science & management, determines how to identify solutions to keep coastal environments viable. Dr. Elise Granek graduated with her MES from Yale University and went on to earn her PhD from Oregon State. Her general fields…
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Elliott Gall, Portland State University – Improving Indoor Air Quality During Wildfire Smoke Events
On Portland State University Week: Wildfire smoke is a pervasive part of our future. Elliott Gall, assistant professor of mechanical & materials engineering, examines how best to live with the effects. Dr. Elliott Gall is an assistant professor at Portland State University (PSU) in the department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering. He received his B.S.E.…
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Kacy McKinney, Portland State University – Changing the Narrative Around Student Homelessness through Collaborative Comics
On Portland State University Week: Art can help disrupt stereotypes for students. Kacy McKinney, instructor of urban studies and planning, explores how. Dr. Kacy McKinney is a critical feminist geographer and a visual artist. She is an Instructor of Urban Studies and Planning at Portland State University. She is the chair of the Belonging, Justice,…
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Todd Ferry, Portland State University – Best Practices When Building Tiny Home Villages to Address Homelessness
On Portland State University Week: Addressing homelessness is critical. Todd Ferry, senior research associate, explains why small steps can have huge impacts. Todd Ferry is a Senior Research Associate and Faculty Fellow at the Center for Public Interest Design (CPID) within the Portland State University School of Architecture, and has been with PSU since 2013.…
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Timothy Abraham, Utica College – Brain-Based Teaching to Improve Student Learning
There are different ways to teach students in higher ed, but which is best? Tim Abraham, assistant professor of physical education, exercise and wellness studies at Utica College, examines different approaches. Tim Abraham is an Assistant Professor of Physical Education, Exercise and Wellness Studies at Utica College. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from…
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Julie Boland, University of Michigan – Your Brainwaves on Zoom
Are you tired of being on Zoom calls? Julie Boland, professor of psychology, linguistics, and cognitive science at the University of Michigan, explains why. Julie E Boland, PhD is a Professor in Psychology, Linguistics, and Cognitive Science at the University of Michigan. Her research seeks to understand the mental processes that support language comprehension and…
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Lewis Eliot, University of Oklahoma – Checking Privilege: Competing Anti-Slavery Thought in the British Empire
Banning slavery doesn’t end all of its vices. Lewis Eliot, assistant professor of history at the University of Oklahoma, explores the history of slavery in the British Empire and how it relates to today. Lewis Eliot is a historian of slavery and anti-slavery in the British Empire and Atlantic World. His research focuses on the…
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Christoph Strobel, University of Massachusetts Lowell – A State Flag and the Violent History of Colonization
Symbols of the past that reflect negative historical traits are found beyond the South. Christoph Strobel, professor of history at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, examines one close to home in the Northeast. Christoph Strobel has published numerous books, most recently Native Americans of New England. A State Flag and the Violent History of Colonization…