Research Recast(ed)

Episode Notes In today’s episode, we talk to Dr. Maryam Nesari about her work in health service research and health economy. Dr. Nesari discusses the importance of community-engaged research and the achievements of positive change through research. We had the opportunity to hear about Dr. Nesari’s current research in partnership with the Senior Clinic affiliated with the Good Samaritan Society.  F...

Episode Notes In today's episode, we have a conversation with Dr. Natalia Rohatyn-Martin, who is a community-engaged scholar. She works with community partners to identify the needs of deaf and hard-of-hearing students in the classroom. We discuss the challenges these students face and ways we can support them. Dr. Rohatyn explains support for educational assistance through the case study book cre...

Episode Notes In this episode, we have a conversation with Dr. Hadi Chapardar regarding his research on environmental and social sustainability in business. We delve into the challenges of bringing together two fields that have evolved with different assumptions, purposes, time horizons, and levels. The discussion centers around the tension between sustainability and change in business, and we exp...

On today's episode, we talked to Dr. Emilene Reisdorfer about her research in the field of healthcare and nursing. Her focus is on improving the quality of nursing services provided to individuals who are struggling with mental health and addiction disorders. We discuss her work in developing pedagogical approaches that support post-secondary nursing education and how to implement empirically-driv...

In today’s episode, we discuss Padraig Buttner-Schnirer, Raymond Baril, and Dr. Allan Gilliland’s ongoing project involving the recording and production of two full-length albums of music performed by the MacEwan Generations Big Band. The project is called Generations and features original compositions by current students, faculty, and alumni, perfect for MacEwan’s recently celebrated 50th anniver...

On today’s episode, we talk to Dr. Matt Gibbs about his research into ancient alcohol and recreating mulsum in today’s world. Understanding how alcohol played a role in ancient times, we look at the connection between social bonds and preventing mental and physical illness. For more information Dr. Matt Gibbs research:  https://exarc.net/issue-2019-2/at/de-re-cervisia-et-mulso-subject-beer-and-mul...

On today’s episode, we talk to Dr. Emily Milne, Kaitlyn Towle, and Steven Cambell about MacEwanCYU. With the help of MacEwan, students from Ben Calf Robe can learn about what the university has to offer. Their project helps to inspire young minds and invite them to aspire to a secondary education.  For more information about MacEwanCYU : https://www.macewan.ca/campus-life/news/2023/07/news-macewan...

In today’s episode, Dr. David Locky tells us about his work in wetland ecology and land use impact. Diving underwater, we learn about microplastics in freshwater and organisms. Dr. David Locky is passionate about his research and is excited about the impact his students will make.  For more information on Dr. David Locky and his research follow the links below!  Microplastics in Edmonton Area Wate...

Episode Notes On today's episode, Dr. Craig Kuziemsky, the Associate Vice-President of Research, takes us through the commitment to research at MacEwan University. Dr. Kuziemsky is excited to share MacEwan's direction to help nourish our research community.  For more information about the Tactical Plan for Scholarship at MacEwan, follow the link below-   Tactical Plan for Scholarship at MacEwan -...

Episode Notes In today's episode, Dr. Heather Fitzsimmons Frey, Travis Hatt, and Robyn Ayles take us through the creative process of theatre production of their company, The Elm Tree Theatre. Focusing on the importance of play-based learning through interactive theatre and their journey with The Urban Wildlife Project. Dr. Heather Fitzsimmons Frey, Travis Hatt, and Robyn Ayles would like to acknow...

Episodes In today’s episode Dr. Junaid Jahangir takes us back to the world of humanistic economics through Disney narration. Dr. Junaid Jahangir discusses the importance of teaching economics from different perspectives.   You can find more information and articles below by Dr. Junaid Jahangir  https://macewan.academia.edu/JunaidJahangir https://theconversation.com/profiles/junaid-b-jahangir-14025...

In today's episode, Cristina Anton, professor of Mathematics and Statistics at MacEwan University, discusses her research on clustering functional data with outliers and toxicity assessments. Cristina discusses involvement in youth math competitions and math labs, encouraging students to dream big. With special thanks to Cristina's research partners and students. Machine learning project for clust...

Episode Notes In today’s episode, we are joined by three student researchers here at MacEwan: Katryna Yasinski from the Faculty of Fine Arts and Communications, Madison Karpiak from the Faculty of Arts and Science, and Amy Wildeman from the Faculty of Nursing.

Episode Notes In today’s episode, Board of Governors (BOG) Research Chair - Dr. Chris Striemer - has joined us for a second time on Research Recasted to discuss his new role and how it has impacted his research on the cognitive neuroscience of attention, perception, and visuomotor control.

Episode Notes In today’s episode, Associate Professor of Mathematics and Statistics, Dr. Nicolae Strungaru, shares his research and study on a type of mathematical physics - the diffraction of quasicrystals.

Episode Notes In today’s episode, we are joined by three student researchers here at MacEwan: Haylee Hatton from the Faculty of Arts and Science, Patrick Jean from the Faculty of Business, and Kiana Krueger from the Faculty of Health and Community Studies.

Episode Notes In today’s episode, Associate Professor of Literature and Creative Writing here at MacEwan, Jacqueline Baker, shares her inspiration and process on her newest book - The Broken Hours - a ghost story about the final days of the infamous horror icon - HP Lovecraft.   Purchase The Broken Hours here

Episode Notes On today’s episode, Dr. Sandy Jung of MacEwan’s Psychology Department and Detective Greg Kitura of Edmonton Police Services Behavioural Assessment Unit discuss their collaborative research and work on the risk assessment of sexual and intimate partner violent perpetrators. Check out more information on the topic here: https://www.journalcswb.ca/index.php/cswb/article/view/222

Episode Notes In today’s episode, associate professor in Fine Arts here at MacEwan, Leslie Sharpe, discusses her research-creation involving sound, video, and other installation work related to climate change.

Episode Notes In today’s episode, associate professor of Business here at MacEwan, Dr. Junaid Jahangir, discusses his research on teaching undergraduate economics and shares his thoughts on the Seven Dwarves. Check out more of Dr. Jahangir's work here:  https://macewan.academia.edu/JunaidJahangir https://www.thefridaytimes.com/author/junaidjahangir/

Episode Notes In today’s episode, associate professor of the Biology Department here at MacEwan, Dr. Kevin Judge, discusses his research on the sexual selection and mating system of insects part of the genus, Cyphoderris . More about Kevin and his research can be found here . As mentioned in the episode, a link to Kevin’s iNaturalist profile can be found here: https://inaturalist.ca/people/730065...

Episode Notes On today’s episode, we sit down with Associate Professor in the Faculty of Social Work here at MacEwan University, Dr. Valerie Ouedraogo, where we discuss cultural inclusivity and the need for Afrocentric education in the field of social work. This link will lead to the MacEwan 2021 Scholarship Report that was mentioned at the end of today’s episode. Dr. Ouedraogo‘a report is on page...

Episode Notes In today’s episode, we are joined by Associate Professor of Nursing, Dr. Raj Narnaware, where he discusses his research in teaching pedagogies to improve understanding, knowledge, and overall academic performance and success in the workplace for nursing students and graduates.

Episode Notes In today’s episode, assistant professor of marketing here at MacEwan University - Dr. Claire Deng - discusses her research in consumer behaviour, the concept of weirdness, and the importance of market research.

As the first half of season two concludes, the new Research Recast(ed) team is introduced. With our producer Raymond Baril, we reflect on what we have learned and where we want to go.