Tag: University of Scranton
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Gerard Dumancas, University of Scranton – Inexpensive Method to Detect Honey Authenticity
The honey imported into the U.S. might not be what we think it is. Gerard Dumancas, associate professor of chemistry at the University of Scranton, determines how to tell if it’s pure, or altered. Gerard G. Dumancas is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and the Director of the NSF Robert Noyce Teacher…
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This Week on The Academic Minute (2015.4.6)
Monday, April 6 Ellen Foxman of Yale University examines the common cold. Tuesday, April 7 Glenn Geher of SUNY New Paltz analyzes the DNA of neanderthals. Wednesday, April 8 The University of Scranton’s Jessica Nolan looks at the societal forces that impact recycling. Thursday, April 9 Catherine Murphy of The University of Illinois at…
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Jean Wahl Harris, University of Scranton – Duties of the First Lady
What exactly does the job description of First Lady of the United States consist of? We’re not sure and throughout history, it seems like the position has taken on a variety of unspoken duties. Jean Harris, a political scientist at the University of Scranton, takes a deep look at what is expected of First Ladies.…
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2015.2.2 – This Week on The Academic Minute
Monday, February 2 Michele Markstein of UMass Amherst works with drosophila to improve on chemotherapy treatments. Tuesday, February 3 Paul Matthew Sutter of Ohio State University explores nothingness through a cosmological lens. Wednesday, February 4 University of Scranton’s Jean Harris discusses the unique position of being the First Lady. Thursday, February 5 Jessica Gall Myrick…
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Michael Jenkins, University of Scranton – Fighting Crime with Data
We’re living in the era of “Big Data” and it’s vital to adapt with the changing technological trends or risk falling behind. Dr. Michael Jenkins, an assistant professor of criminal justice at The University of Scranton, analyzes the role Big Data will play in fighting crime. Michael Jenkins was named assistant professor of criminal justice.…
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Gary Kwiecinski 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 (#1259), Bob has selected…
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Gary Kwiecinski, University of Scranton – Save the Bats
The presence of bats is a common theme for films, literature and anything angling to emit a creepy vibe. Gary Kwiecinski, a professor of biology at the University of Scranton, focuses his research on bats. He doesn’t find them scary whatsoever. In fact, he’s working to save them. Dr. Gary Kwiecinski is a professor of…
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Coming Up This Week: 10.27 – 10.31
This week, be sure to tune in for our spooky Halloween segments! Monday, October 27 Dr. Alex Muller of The University of Cape Town analyzes health care discrimination amongst LGBT patients. Tuesday, October 28 Dr. Andrew Gallup of SUNY Oneonta presents a theory on yawning. Wednesday, October 29 Dr. Heidi Appel and Dr. Rex Cocroft…