Tag: technology
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Christopher Jett, University of West Georgia – Black Men and STEM Careers
On University of West Georgia Week: Race-related stereotypes can push Black men away from STEM careers. Christopher Jett, associate professor of mathematics, explores how the persistence of Black men in STEM can help them thrive in the future. Dr. Christopher Jett is an associate professor of mathematics in the College of Arts, Culture, and Scientific…
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Andrew Campana, Cornell University – Taking the Video out of Video Games
On Cornell University Week: Video games aren’t only for those with eyesight. Andrew Campana, assistant professor of Asian studies, explains how communities of blind and low-vision players stay in the game. Andrew Campana is an assistant professor of modern and contemporary Japanese literature in the Department of Asian Studies at Cornell University. In his current…
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Erik Born, Cornell University – WiFi Signal Icon
On Cornell University Week: The wireless icon is ubiquitous in today’s world. Today on The Academic Minute: Erik Born, assistant professor of German studies, explores the history behind it. Erik Born is an Assistant Professor in the Department of German Studies at Cornell University. His work brings insights from contemporary German media theory to bear on diverse historical contexts. With…
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Timothy D. Golden, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – Telecommuting
On Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Week: Are employees as productive while telecommuting? Timothy D. Golden, professor of enterprise management and organization, delves into this question. Timothy Golden’s research focuses on remote work, telework, telecommuting, and virtual interactions. He has conducted research in these areas for over 20 years, during which he has investigated a range of…
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Nishtha Langer, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – Women in IT More Likely to Be Promoted Than Men
On Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Week: Women in IT jobs face many challenges. Nishtha Langer, assistant professor of business analytics, says despite this, they may be more likely to get promoted than their male counterparts. Nishtha Langer is an assistant professor of business analytics at the Lally School of Management at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. She teaches…
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Miriam Rafailovich, Stony Brook University – Nanotechnology: An Example of Science with Social Responsibility
On SUNY Distinguished Academy Week: Nanoparticles in your favorite items could be doing you harm. Miriam Rafailovich, distinguished professor in the department of materials science and chemical engineering at Stony Brook University, has more. Miriam Rafailovich is a materials engineering researcher. She is the director of the Garcia Materials Research Science and Engineering Center at Stony Brook University as well…
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Aaron Nelson, SUNY New Paltz – Additive Manufacturing and COVID-19
Additive manufacturing can come in handy during a crisis. Aaron Nelson, assistant professor of art at SUNY New Paltz, details how 3D printing can help quickly during COVID-19. Aaron Nelson is an Assistant Professor of Digital Design and Fabrication at SUNY New Paltz and works in the Hudson Valley Additive Manufacturing Center (HVAMC). Nelson holds…
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Heather Houser, University of Texas at Austin – Infowhelm
Listening to the news can be overwhelming at times. Heather Houser, associate professor of English at the University of Texas at Austin, explores how art can help bring renewal to our senses. I’m an associate professor of English at The University of Texas at Austin and hold affiliations with American Studies, Center for Women’s and…
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Gina Baleria, Sonoma State University – Digital Literacy
Digital literacy skills suddenly have become very important to learning. Gina Baleria, assistant professor in the department of communication and media studies at Sonoma State University, examines how these skills can bring belonging to students who aren’t together. Gina Baleria, Ed.D., is an Assistant Professor of Journalism, Media Writing, & Digital Media in the Department…
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Jack Labriola, Kennesaw State University – Taking Control of Autonomous Vehicles
On Kennesaw State University Week: Driverless cars are already on our roads, whether we realize it or not. Jack Labriola, assistant professor of technical communication, explores the need for human drivers to still be paying attention. The professional mission of Jack Labriola, Ph.D., is to design and create better experiences for users in their day-to-day…