Tag: Health
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Gabriel Neal, Texas A&M University – Paper Cuts
Why do paper cuts hurt so much? Gabe Neal, clinical assistant professor at Texas A&M University, discusses why small slices cause such a big fuss. I am board-certified Family Medicine physician and Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. My love for patients and students is what brought me from private practice to academic…
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Tolga Soyata, University at Albany – Improving Brain-Computer Interfaces
On University at Albany Week: Communication is always key. Tolga Soyata, associate professor in the department of electrical and computer engineering, discusses how to better communication for those who can’t speak or type. Tolga Soyata is an associate professor in the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences at University at Albany, SUNY. He joined the faculty…
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Wendy Turner, University at Albany – Understanding Why Anthrax Outbreaks Occur
On University at Albany Week: Why are some anthrax outbreaks worse than others? Wendy Turner, assistant professor of biological sciences, looks at the factors that may lead to worse outbreaks. Wendy Turner is an assistant professor of biological sciences at the University at Albany. She runs the Turner Lab, which conducts research into the ecology…
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Rocco Porreca, Newbury College – Future of Football
The NFL’s profits may be booming, but a reduction in youth players is also looming. Rocco Porreca, assistant professor in sport management at Newbury College, describes changes being made to try to save football. Rocco Porreca enters his first year as Newbury’s Faculty Athletic Representative. Porreca joined Newbury College’s Roger. A. Saunders School of Business…
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Alison Bryant Ludden, College of the Holy Cross – Teens and Caffeine
Is caffeine bad for teens? Alison Bryant Ludden, associate professor of psychology at the College of the Holy Cross, says the reasons behind caffeine use may be a bigger issue. Dr. Alison Bryant Ludden, associate professor of psychology at the College of the Holy Cross, studies how adolescents’ use of different caffeinated products unfolds over…
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John Loike, Touro College – Xenotransplantation
Animals may help us bridge the organ donation gap. John Loike, professor of biology at Touro College, discusses xenotransplantation. Dr. John Loike joined Lander College of Arts & Sciences in the Fall of 2017 after serving as the co-director for graduate studies in the Department of Physiology Cellular Biophysics and director of Special Programs in…
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Sheila Molony, Quinnipiac University – Improving the Lives of People with Dementia
The feeling of home is critical to patients transitioning to an assisted living facility. Sheila Molony, associate nursing professor at Quinnipiac University, discusses how dementia patients benefit from their new home becoming a personal space. Sheila Molony, an authority on aging, geriatric care and dementia assessment, is leading a national conversation about this issue, and…
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Suman Seth, Cornell University – Seasoning Sickness
Are you seasoned? Suman Seth, professor in the department of science & technology studies at Cornell University, explains seasoning sickness. Professor Suman Seth works on the social, cultural, and intellectual history of science and medicine. His interests include the history of medicine, race, and colonialism, the physical sciences (particularly quantum theory), & gender and science.…
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Richard Cleveland, Georgia Southern University – Law Enforcement in Stressful Situations
Stress can make a law enforcement officer’s brain function worse at precisely the wrong moments. Richard Cleveland, assistant professor and program coordinator in the Counselor Education program at Georgia Southern University, explores how mindfulness can help bring the world back into focus during stressful situations. Richard is assistant professor and program coordinator in the Counselor…
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Marc Zimmerman, University of Michigan – Busy Streets Theory
What is the best to improve neighborhood safety? Marc Zimmerman, professor of public health at the University of Michigan, looks into the Busy Streets theory. Dr. Zimmerman’s research focuses on adolescent health and resiliency, and empowerment theory. His work on adolescent health examines how positive factors in adolescent’s lives help them overcome risks they face.…