The Academic Minute

Sound baths have become all the rage to increase your health; but what does science say? Elisa Sobo, professor of anthropology at San Diego State University, listens in. Elisa (EJ) Sobo, PhD, is a professor of anthropology at San Diego State University. Past President of the Society for Medical Anthropology, Sobo has published thirteen books […] This is a public episode. If you would like to...

Switching off after work has a lot of benefits, but it’s easier said than done. Jane Gifkins, Research fellow at Griffith University, examines the benefits. Jane Gifkins is a research fellow with the Centre for Work, Organisation and Wellbeing with the Griffith Business School at Griffith University, Brisbane, Australia. Jane completed her Ph. D  investigating fatigue […] This is a public ep...

Ancient philosophies can still ring true today. Sandra Woien, associate teaching professor in the school of historical, philosophical, and religious studies at Arizona State University, determines why. Sandra Woien is an Associate Teaching Professor in the School of Historical, Philosophical, and Religious Studies at Arizona State University. She currently teaches a variety of courses dealing [&#8...

Artists and researchers could have a lot to collaborate on. Cynthia Standley, professor in the department of bioethics and medical humanism at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, explores why these two groups coming together could have real benefits for society. Cynthia A. Standley, Ph. D. is a professor in the Department of […] This is a public episode. If you would lik...

We’re still learning how to understand certain aspects of science and mechanics. Larry M. Silverberg, professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering at North Carolina State University, discusses one such area of study. Larry M. Silverberg, born November 5, 1957, is a dynamicist. He writes for The Conversation about basic concepts relating to physical reality that […] This is a public epis...

This quiz show could help you in your career. Daniel Newton, assistant professor of management and entrepreneurship at the University of Iowa, says “What is Jeopardy?” Daniel Newton is an assistant professor of management and entrepreneurship in the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa. His research focuses on the causes and consequences […] This is a public episode. If you w...

On Assumption University Week: Every day we face many choices; how do we make the best ones for long-term benefits? Karen Lionello-DeNolf, associate professor of psychology and director of the applied behavior analysis programs, delves into this type of decision making. Dr. Lionello-DeNolf is an Associate Professor of Psychology and Director of the Applied Behavior […] This is a public episo...

On Assumption University Week: How do we give our children the best chance to be successful? Maria Kalpidou, associate professor of psychology, answers this question. Maria Kalpidou is a psychology professor at Assumption University in Massachusetts with 25 years of teaching experience in child development, a parent of three, and an advocate of equal opportunities […] This is a public episod...

On Assumption University Week: COVID-19 hit educators hard, especially those who teach special education students. Samantha Goldman, associate professor of special education and chair of the education department, explains why. Samantha Goldman, PhD, BCBA, is an associate professor of special education and chair of the education department at Assumption University. Her scholarly work focuses on [&#...

On Assumption University Week: Deserts aren’t dead and there are still discoveries to be made in them. Karolina Fucikova, associate professor of biology, tells us of one. Karolina Fučíková is a biologist interested in the biodiversity, ecology and evolution of microscopic algae. She obtained her PhD at the University of Connecticut in 2011 and has […] This is a public episode. If you would l...

On Assumption University Week: Removing plastic pollution could be critical to our future. Erin Tuttle, assistant professor in the department of biological and physical sciences, explores how. Erin Tuttle is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological and Physical Sciences at Assumption University. Her primary area of research focuses on environmental processes involving anthropogenic [...

Living without a bank account is becoming harder and harder in today’s society. Jay Zagorsky, clinical associate professor of markets, public policy, and law at the Questrom School of Business at Boston University, tells us why. Jay Zagorsky is an economist who teaches at Boston University’s Questrom School of Business.  This summer he taught his […] This is a public episode. If you would li...

The pandemic has had long-term negative effects on pre-school students. Steven Barnett, Board of Governors professor of education at Rutgers University, discusses. Board of Governors Professor of Education at Rutgers, Dr Steven Barnett is co-Director of the US National Institute for Early Education. His work focuses on public policies to support early learning and child […] This is a public...

Students aren’t the only ones struggling with their mental health. Lee Ann Rawlins Williams, clinical assistant professor in the education, health, and behavior studies department at the University of North Dakota, takes a look at the people standing in front of them. Lee Ann Rawlins Williams, PhD, CRC, CFLE is a Clinical Assistant Professor in […] This is a public episode. If you would like...

Social media platforms face the Supreme Court in a big decision for public officials. Charles Russo, research professor of law at the University of Dayton, explains the importance of this case. Charles Russo is the Joseph Panzer Chair in Education in the UD School of Education and Health Sciences, Director of its Ph. D. Program, and […] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss...

Any way we can lower carbon footprints is worth pursuing. Greeshma Gadikota, associate professor and Croll Sesquicentennial Fellow at Cornell University, looks into one. Dr. Greeshma Gadikota is an Associate Professor and Croll Sesquicentennial Fellow in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering with a field appointment in the Smith School of Chemical and Biomolecular […] This is a p...

Humility could be key to the future of health care. Barret Michalec, associate professor in the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation at Arizona State University, examines why. Barret Michalec is the director of the Center for Advancing Interprofessional Practice, Education and Research (CAIPER), and an associate professor in the Edson College of Nursing […] This is a public episode...

How do we cut through the noise of social media posts during a disaster to find those who are desperate for help? Yingjie Hu, associate professor of geography at the University at Buffalo, says the answer might be artificial. Yingjie Hu is an associate professor of geography at the University at Buffalo. His research interests […] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this w...

Disasters seem to be becoming more and more common, so what can be done? Ilan Kelman, professor of disasters and health at University College London, examines some options. Ilan Kelman is Professor of Disasters and Health at University College London, England and a Professor II at the University of Agder, Kristiansand, Norway. His overall research […] This is a public episode. If you would l...

Stone walls are an important landmark in the Northeastern U.S. But what can they tell us? Robert Thorson, professor of earth sciences at the University of Connecticut, explores the history. Robert M. Thorson is Professor of Earth Sciences at the University of Connecticut, where he juggles teaching, writing, mentoring, committee work, and community engagement.  He’s […] This is a public...

The arts can bring forgotten voices to the forefront. Ken Jones, professor of theatre at Northern Kentucky University, shows how. Ken Jones has had original plays and musicals produced throughout the US, Canada, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. His play, DARKSIDE, was chosen as TIME Magazine’s Critic Choice and was also recognized as one of […] This is a public episode. If you would like...

Women still face discrimination in certain competitive games today. Andrei Cimpian, professor of psychology at New York University, looks into one. Dr. Andrei Cimpian is Professor of Psychology at New York University. His research investigates motivation and academic achievement, with a particular focus on how educational outcomes are shaped by gender and racial/ethnic stereotypes. Dr. […] T...

What does a platypus have to do with artificial intelligence? Daniel Ernst, assistant professor of English at Texas Woman’s University, explains. Daniel Ernst is an Assistant Professor of English at Texas Woman’s University in Denton, TX. He researches and teaches courses in rhetoric, writing, grammar, and generative AI, and holds a PhD in English from […] This is a public episode. If you wo...

How do we view our shadow self without worrying about what it shows us? Rebecca Krause-Galoni, assistant professor of marketing at the University of Iowa, says fiction can play a helpful role. Rebecca Krause-Galoni is an Assistant Professor of Marketing at the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa. Her research focuses mainly […] This is a public episode. If you would like to...

Gender discrimination isn’t always black and white. Laura Doering, associate professor of strategic management and sociology at the University of Toronto, examines why some experiences may lead to ambiguity – and what to do about it. Laura Doering is an Associate Professor of Strategic Management and is cross-appointed in the Department of Sociology. As an […] This is a public episode....