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Jason DeFreitas, Syracuse University – Strength Training May Improve Nerve Health and Slow Aging Process
Strength training may have additional benefits for slowing the aging process. Jason DeFreitas, professor and department chair in exercise science at Syracuse University, explores. Dr. DeFreitas is a professor and department chair in exercise science at Syracuse University. His lab’s research focuses on how the brain controls the body, and how that control system changes…
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David Fastovich, Syracuse University – Why Trees Need Centuries to Adapt or Migrate But Climate Won’t Wait
On Syracuse University Week: Trees need a long time to adapt to climate change. David Fastovich, assistant professor of geography, explains why. Dr. David Fastovich was a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Bhattacharya Paleoclimate Dynamics lab at Syracuse University and will soon be starting as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography at the University…
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Kristy Buzard, Syracuse University – When Trade Moved Faster: The Power of Multilateralism
On Syracuse University Week: Global trade has been a major topic in recent headlines. Kristy Buzard, associate professor and Melvin A. Eggers Economics Faculty Scholar, explores the power of multilateralism. Kristy Buzard is an Associate Professor of Economics and Melvin A. Eggers Economics Faculty Scholar at Syracuse University. She received a Ph.D. in Economics from…
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Claire Rubbelke, Syracuse University – Does Earth’s Memory Hold The Key To Our Future?
On Syracuse University Week: Does Earth’s memory hold the key to our future? Claire Rubbelke, Ph.D. graduate at Syracuse University and Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellow of Engineering at the University of Notre Dame, digs in to find out. I recently completed my Ph.D. at Syracuse University and started a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Notre…
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Rachael Dailey Goodwin, Syracuse University – Under Pressure to Be Perfect
On Syracuse University Week: Being perfect under pressure is a difficult task. Rachael Dailey Goodwin, assistant professor of management and Lender Center Research Affiliate, examines this through the lens of ballet. Rachael Dailey Goodwin is an Assistant Professor of Management at Syracuse University. She completed a Ph.D. at the University of Utah and a research…
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Leonard M. Lopoo, Syracuse University – Why Government Policy is Much More Effective at Reducing Births than Generating Them
On Syracuse University Week: The fertility rate in the United States may pose challenges in the future. Leonard M. Lopoo, Paul Volcker Chair in Behavioral Economics, says certain policies may do more harm than good. Leonard M. Lopoo is the Paul Volcker Chair in Behavioral Economics; Associate Dean and Chair of the Department of Public…
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Austin Garner, Syracuse University – Fishy Friction through Microscopic Modification
Underwater organisms have things to teach us about how to keep our grip in extreme conditions. Austin Garner, assistant professor of integrative animal biology at Syracuse University, explores how. Austin M. Garner is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology and BioInspired Institute at Syracuse University. His research focuses on how animals interface with…
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Kevin Antshel, Syracuse University – Examining the Surge of ADHD in U.S. Youth Post-Pandemic
ADHD diagnoses are becoming more and more common. Kevin Antshel, professor of psychology at Syracuse University, explains why. Kevin Antshel is a Professor of Psychology and Director of the ADHD Lifespan Treatment, Education and Research (ALTER) program at Syracuse University. Dr. Antshel is a licensed psychologist and board certified in clinical child and adolescent psychology.…
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Douglas Wolf, Syracuse University – COVID-19 Physical Distancing Restrictions Contributed to Increases in Drug Overdoses
Social distancing was key in reducing COVID deaths, but it came with consequences. Douglas Wolf, professor of public administration and international affairs at Syracuse University, looks at why. Douglas Wolf is a demographer, policy analyst, program evaluator and gerontological researcher with many years of experience studying the economic, demographic and social aspects of aging, disability…
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Austin Garner, Syracuse University – Sea Urchins Can’t “Get a Grip” on Climate Change
Climate change will affect everything, even the smallest creatures. Austin Garner, assistant professor in the department of biology at Syracuse University, discusses one. Austin M. Garner is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology and BioInspired Institute at Syracuse University. His research focuses on how animals interface with their environment with a particular focus…