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  • Susan Masino, Trinity College – Forests

    Susan Masino, Trinity College – Forests

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    Taking a walk in the woods can be good for brain health. Susan Masino, professor of applied science at Trinity College, explores why forests are important to our health. Dr. Masino is the Vernon Roosa Professor of Applied Science at Trinity College and a joint appointment in Neuroscience and Psychology. Her research focuses on promoting…

  • Leo Fleishman, Union College – Anoles

    Leo Fleishman, Union College – Anoles

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    How do you show off your colors in a dark environment? Leo Fleishman, professor in biology at Union College, discusses how one animal has found a way to let its colors shine in the shade of the forest. Leo Fleishman is a professor in the Biology Department at Union College, where he teaches courses in Introductory…