Tag: Michigan State University
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Russell Johnson, MSU – The Harmful Effects of Smartphone Use
Most Likely To Change The World Congratulations to Russell Johnson of Michigan State University for winning our 2014 Most Likely To Change The World Senior Superlative award. His segment analyzed the harmful effects of smartphone usage, especially right before bed. This segment originally aired on March 14th, 2014
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James Pivarnik, Michigan State – GPAs & Gym Memberships
How deep does the mind/body connection go? Dr. James Pivarnik, an epidemiologist at Michigan State University, profiles a specific correlation between hitting the gym & hitting the books. Dr. James Pivarnik is a professor at Michigan State University, in the Departments of Kinesiology and Epidemiology & Biostatistics, and has been president of the American College…
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2014 Listener’s Choice Award
It’s that time of year again – vote for The Academic Minute Senior Superlatives Listener’s Choice Award! Have a listen to some of the top segments from this year and cast your vote for your favorite one. May 16th, 2014 Dr. Muhammad Khalifa – Michigan State University Hip Hop Identities As hip hop culture…
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Chris Adami, Michigan State University – Improving on Dr. Hawking’s Theories
Dr. Chris Adami is a professor of physics & astronomy and microbiology and molecular genetics at Michigan State University. His research is working to improve upon Dr. Stephen Hawking’s landmark theories about the universe. From the simplest molecules, to the most complex structures of the human brain, Chris Adami knows evolutionary design. Chris is a…
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Jason Moser, MSU – The Psychology of Optimism
Some people are inherently pessimistic. Others tend to focus on the positive and maintain a sunny optimism. Jason Moser, a Michigan State University psychologist, is digging into the science of this aspect of human nature. Jason Moser is an assistant professor of psychology at Michigan State University where he runs the Clinical Psychophysiology Lab. He…
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Muhammed Khalifa, Michigan State University – Hip Hop Culture Identities
As hip hop culture expands, schools are expanding with it. Dr. Muhammad Khalifa, assistant professor of educational administration at Michigan State University, is studying this trend. Dr. Muhammad Khalifa is an assistant professor in the Department of Educational Administration at Michigan State University. Having worked as a public school teacher and administrator in Detroit, Dr.…