Tag: Widener University
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Kate Goodrich, Widener University – The Pollination Biology of PawPaw
Are plants tricking insects into taking their nectar? Kate Goodrich, associate professor of biology at Widener University, explores. Kate Goodrich is an Associate Professor of Biology at Widener University. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Theater prior to entering graduate school for botany, where she earned a Ph.D. in Plant Biology in 2007. She came…
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Bas Rokers, NYU Abu Dhabi – Your Brain on Virtual Reality
Virtual reality is here, but does it work for everyone? Bas Rokers, associate professor of psychology at NYU Abu Dhabi, examines the science behind the tech. Bas Rokers is Associate Professor of Psychology and the Director of the Neuroimaging Facility at New York University Abu Dhabi. His work has elucidated the neural mechanisms underlying visual…
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Dawn Gulick, Widener University – Innovating a Safer Way to Compete
On Widener University Week: Even elite athletes have been adversely affected by COVID-19. Dawn Gulick, professor of physical therapy, discusses a tool to help them get back to competing again. Dawn Gulick is a professor of physical therapy at Widener University’s Institute for Physical Therapy Education. Innovating a Safer Way to Compete The COVID-19 pandemic…
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Yamuna Baburaj, Widener University – How Companies Can Best Utilize Star Employees
On Widener University Week: Star employees are a boon to a company, but only if they pass on what they know to others. Yamuna Baburaj, assistant professor of management, explores how to best integrate top talent. Dr. Yamuna Baburaj is an assistant professor of management in Widener University’s School of Business Administration. She received a…
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Shaakira Abdullah, Widener University – Re-Imagining Sex Education for Muslim Adolescents
On Widener University Week: Talking about sex can help teens navigate young adulthood safely Shaakira Abdullah, professor of nursing, explores one community that carries more risk when doing so. Shaakira Abdullah is a professor of nursing at Widener University. Her research interests include sex education, faith-based health promotion, health care disparities among U.S. minorities, and…
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Ali Hamza, Widener University – Understanding the Future of Automated Self-Driving
On Widener University Week: Lighting and weather conditions can make self-driving cars struggle to see. Ali Hamza, assistant professor of electrical engineering, outlines a technological fix. Ali Hamza is an assistant professor of electrical engineering at Widener University. His research interests include statistical signal and array processing, radar signal processing, communication systems, sparse arrays, convex…
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This Week on The Academic Minute (2021.07.19)
This Week on The Academic Minute 2021.07.19 Monday, July 19th Ali Hamza, assistant professor of electrical engineering, outlines a technological fix for self-driving cars who struggle to see. Tuesday, July 20th Shaakira Abdullah, professor of nursing, explores one community that carries more risk for engaging in sexual education. Wednesday, July 21st Paul Baker, assistant…
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The Academic Minute for 2019.10.21-10.25
The Academic Minute from 10.21 – 10.25 Monday, October 21st Kenn Tacchino – Widener University Re-Thinking The 4% Retirement Rule Kenn Tacchino is a professor of taxation and financial planning and chair of the department of economics, finance and taxation at Widener University. He is a three-time winner of the Widener School of Business Administration…
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Shana Maier, Widener University – Perceptions of the #MeToo Movement
On Widener University Week: Rape victim advocates often work behind the scenes of the #MeToo movement. Shana Maier, professor and director of the master’s in criminal justice program, discusses this overlooked group. Shana Maier is a professor and director of the master’s in criminal justice program at Widener University. She received her B.S. and M.S.…
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Mary Francis, Widener University – Addressing Gun Violence through Victim Perspectives
On Widener University Week: Each victim of gun violence has a story to tell. Mary Francis, assistant professor of nursing, says the effects can be devastating. Mary Francis is an assistant professor of nursing at Widener University. In her clinical capacity, she works as a trauma nurse practitioner at Cooper University Hospital in Camden, New…