Tag: Health
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Daniel Klessig, Cornell University – How Does Aspirin Work?
How does aspirin work in your body? Daniel Klessig, professor in the Boyce Thompson Institute at Cornell University, examines how this widely used drug goes to work. Dr. Klessig’s early research career, which started as a graduate student with Nobel Laureate James Watson, focused on the molecular biology of human adenovirus. His studies of this…
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Allison Webel, Case Western Reserve University – Living with HIV
People with HIV are living longer than ever before, but secondary illnesses could be an issue. Allison Webel, Assistant Professor of Nursing at Case Western Reserve University, discusses how improving lifestyle behaviors in HIV patients could help mitigate the risk of these diseases. Dr. Allison Webel, PhD, RN, is an assistant professor at the Frances…
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David Frederick, Chapman University – Obesity Framing in the Media
Does the mass media’s coverage of obesity affect how we perceive others? David Frederick, assistant professor in the department of psychology at Chapman University, says how we frame the national discussion of obesity can have a big influence on those suffering from it. Dr. David Frederick is an Assistant Professor of Psychology. He began teaching…
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James Cook, University of Missouri School of Medicine – A Better Fix for Torn ACLs
A new technique to treat ACL injuries may be on the way. James Cook, Professor in Orthopedic Surgery at the University Of Missouri School Of Medicine, describes this new technique and how it could lead to a more active lifestyle for those with repaired ACLs in their knees. James Cook, D.V.M., Ph.D., serves as the…
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Jack Gilbert featured on The Best of Our Knowledge
As always, host Bob Barrett selects an Academic Minute to air during The Best of Our Knowledge. Each week this program examines some of the issues unique to college campuses, looks at the latest research, and invites commentary from experts and administrators from all levels of education. For this week‘s edition (#1336), Bob has selected…
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Andrew Ellington, University of Texas at Austin – Fighting Cancer with Nanomachines
To beat cancer, we may want to start thinking small. Andrew Ellington, professor in the department of molecular biosciences at the University of Texas at Austin, explains how microscopic machines may be the key to defeating this disease. Andy Ellington uses evolutionary techniques — in particular, a method known as “directed evolution” — to engineer…
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Matthew Carrigan, Santa Fe College – Human Ethanol Consumption
If ethanol consumption is known to be toxic, why have humans consumed it throughout history? Matthew Carrigan, assistant professor of biology at Santa Fe College, discusses this paradox. Matthew Carrigan is an Assistant Professor of Biology. He began his PhD in neuroscience at University of Florida’s College of Medicine studying the evolution of neuropeptides, and…
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Scott Glassman, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine – Shared Medical Appointments
You could be sharing your doctor during your next visit. Scott Glassman, clinical assistant professor in the department of psychology at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, details how shared medical appointments are having positive effects for patients. Scott Glassman, PsyD, is a clinical assistant professor of psychology and is associate director of the MS…
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Craig Garfield, Northwestern University – Adolescent Males and Future Fatherhood
Can risky behaviors as a teen predict what kind of father a boy would be? Craig Garfield, Associate Professor, Departments of Pediatrics and Medical Social Sciences, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, and Attending Physician, Ann and Robert Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, Division of Hospital Based Medicine at Northwestern University, discusses how focusing on boys too may…
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Adam Brown, Sarah Lawrence College – PTSD Treatments
Having PTSD may hinder your ability to imagine a positive future for yourself. Adam Brown, clinical psychologist and member of the psychology faculty at Sarah Lawrence College, delves into treatment options to help reverse this cognitive disorder. Adam Brown is a clinical psychologist and member of the psychology faculty at Sarah Lawrence College where he…