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Andrey Vyshedskiy, Boston University – A Breakthrough Discovery of Three Language Comprehension Mechanisms

Language comprehension can be challenging for those with autism spectrum disorder, but not all are alike. Andrey Vyshedskiy, lecturer at Boston University, explores the differences. Andrey Vyshedskiy, Ph.D. is a neuroscientist from Boston University. He has authored over 100 scientific publications that appeared in the New England Journal of Medicine, Nature npj Mental Health Research, […]

11-22
02:30

Farah Nibbs, University of Maryland Baltimore County – Road Infrastructure Resilience in the Eastern Caribbean

Many of us take roads for granted, but islands can have a harder time keeping them available. Farah Nibbs, assistant professor of emergency and disaster health systems at University of Maryland Baltimore County, looks into why. Farah Nibbs is a disaster scientist who studies the intersection of critical infrastructure and disasters in Small Island Developing […]

11-21
02:30

Joan Grossman, University of Scranton – High Intensity Interval Training for Women

One type of workout could be a HIIT for women. Joan Grossman, associate professor of kinesiology and nutrition at the University of Scranton, explains. Dr. Joan Grossman is an Assistant Professor of Exercise Science and Sport who joined the University of Scranton faculty in 2010.  She earned her B.S. from King’s College, her M.S. from […]

11-20
02:30

Marcos Fernandez-Tous, University of North Dakota – Splashdown: A Rocket’s Cannonball

Getting a rocket into space is one thing, returning to Earth is another. Marcos Fernandez-Tous, assistant professor of rocket propulsion and hypersonic aerodynamics at the University of North Dakota, examines the research that goes into doing so safely. Assistant professor of space technology, I teach courses on rocket propulsion and hypersonic aerodynamics at the University […]

11-19
02:30

Gale Sinatra, University of Southern California – If You Want Americans to Pay Attention to Climate Change, Just Call It Climate Change

Using complex jargon can lessen the impact of a message. Gale Sinatra, distinguished professor and Stephen H. Crocker chair professor of education and psychology dean for research at the Rossier School of Education at the University of Southern California, says keep it simple. Dr. Gale Sinatra is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology and Education and […]

11-18
02:30

Alexandra Jamieson, University of Texas at Arlington – Disability Community Needs Better Access to Exercise

Exercise equipment and technology make working out easier, but it’s hard for people with disabilities to access them. Alexandra Jamieson, research scientist at the University of Texas at Arlington, works to fix this. Jamieson received her BS in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Texas at Arlington in 2018. She has been working as a […]

11-15
02:30

Dae Hee Kwak, University of Michigan – Athletes with Mental Health Problems No Longer Need to Suffer in Silence

Injuries in sports used to be considered strictly physical. Dae Hee Kwak, associate professor of sports management at the University of Michigan, explores how that’s changing today. Dae Hee Kwak is an Associate Professor of Sport Management in the School of Kinesiology at the University of Michigan and the Director of the Center for Sport […]

11-14
02:30

Laura Melissa Guzman, University of Southern California Dornsife – Pretty Butterflies Can Be a Problem for Scientists

Everyone enjoys beautiful things, but this can be a problem for certain species. Laura Melissa Guzman, Gabilan assistant professor of biological sciences and quantitative and computational biology at the University of Southern California Dornsife, explores why. Professor Guzman is a computational ecologist, originally from Bogotá, Colombia. She uses quantitative and computational tools to learn about […]

11-13
02:30

Michael Bertrand, Tennessee State University – Why Southern Music Matters

The music of the Southern United States is intertwined with the history of place. Michael T. Bertrand, professor of history at Tennessee State University, examines why. Michael T. Bertrand is a historian of the American South and the modern United States and teaches at Tennessee State University. He has taught at the University of Memphis, […]

11-12
02:30

Ian Afflerbach, University of North Georgia – How “Selling Out” Started with Political Corruption

We hear of people and rock bands being called sell outs. Where did this term come from? Ian Afflerbach, associate professor of American literature at the University of North Georgia, delves in to find out. Ian Afflerbach is an Associate Professor at the University of North Georgia. He teaches courses on Modern American Fiction, African […]

11-11
02:30

John Vidale, University of Southern California Dornsife – Delving Into the Earth’s Core

The Earth’s core is slowing down; but will it affect us? John Vidale, Dean’s professor of Earth Sciences at the University of Southern California Dornsife, delves into the matter. Prof. Vidale’s research focuses on earthquakes, Earth structure, volcanoes, and the hazards of strong shaking.  His work has elements of numerical modeling, basic science, and earthquake […]

11-08
02:30

Daniel Sparks, University of Pennsylvania – An Exploration of State Free College Policies

Are tuition-free eligible academic programs working as intended or do they need updates? Daniel Sparks, postdoctoral fellow in economics and education at the University of Pennsylvania, leads this exploration. Daniel Sparks is a postdoctoral fellow in economics and education at the University of Pennsylvania. His research focuses on higher education finance and policy. An Exploration […]

11-07
02:30

Michele Williams, University of Iowa – Does Your Organization Suffer From ODID?

Adding new leadership can be challenging for organizations. Michele Williams, associate professor of management and entrepreneurship at the University of Iowa, explores one reason why this might be. Michele Williams, associate professor of management and entrepreneurship at the University of Iowa’s Tippie College of Business, conducts interdisciplinary research on the micro-foundations of collaboration and innovation […]

11-06
02:30

Irina Troconis, Cornell University – Living with Hugo Chávez’s Ghost

Not all who die are gone forever. Irina Troconis, assistant professor of Latin American Studies at Cornell University, examines those who remain in one way or another. Irina R. Troconis is Assistant Professor of Latin American Studies in the Romance Studies Department at Cornell University. Her research explores the relationship between memory, politics, and cultural […]

11-05
02:30

Simon Blanchard, Georgetown University – Mindfulness Meets Money

Can mindfulness be used in all areas of our lives? Simon Blanchard, provost’s distinguished associate professor and dean’s professor at the McDonagh School of Business at Georgetown University, determines one area where it can particularly useful. Simon Blanchard is a Provost’s Distinguished Associate Professor and a Dean’s Professor at the McDonough School of Business, Georgetown […]

11-04
02:30

Jonathan Purtle, New York University – Implementing the 988 Lifeline

On New York University Week: There’s a lifeline for those in psychological distress, but how many people know about it? Jonathan Purtle, Associate Professor of Public Health Policy and Management at the School of Global Public Health and Director of Policy Research at the Global Center for Implementation Science, examines this. Dr. Purtle’s research focuses […]

11-01
02:30

Vito Adriaensens, New York University – Haxan and Witchcraft through the Ages

On New York University Week: Witches have been fodder for horror movies for decades, but what started this trend? Vito Adriaensens, assistant professor of experimental film and media at the Tisch School of the Arts, watched to find out. Vito Adriaensens is a Belgian filmmaker and scholar, and an Assistant Professor of Experimental Film and […]

10-31
02:30

Kelly Daly, New York University – Overcoming Dental Fear

On New York University Week: Does anyone like going to the dentist? Kelly Daly, assistant research scientist at the Family Translational Research Group at the College of Dentistry, delves into how to get over your fear of going to get your teeth cleaned. Kelly Daly, PhD, is an assistant research scientist at the Family Translational […]

10-30
02:30

Daphna Harel, New York University – Depression Assessments Reliable Across Technology, Setting, and Type

On New York University Week:  Receiving a diagnosis can be done from behind a computer screen, but is it as reliable as an in-person visit? Daphna Harel, associate professor of applied statistics, explores this question. Daphna Harel is an Associate Professor of Applied Statistics at the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development at […]

10-29
02:30

Klint Kanopka, New York University – Social-Emotional Skills in Education

On New York University Week:  Not all learning in schools comes from the curriculum. Klint Kanopka, assistant professor of applied statistics, delves into social emotion learning. Klint Kanopka is an applied statistician who uses computational models to solve problems in educational and psychological measurement. His recent work includes the development of a mixture item response […]

10-28
02:30

Golestan

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Behniya Yari

ow tnx for sharing the main idea of what is depression :)

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Behniya Yari

wow I had no idea how important the humanities is !!!

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Golestan

Excellent👌

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Behniya Yari

tnx a lot. I enjoyed it ♥️

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