Daryl Lovell, Author at Syracuse University Today

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‘Holiday Creep’: Shopping Season Starts Earlier Than Ever

From price matching to AI shopping tools, Whitman marketing instructor Shelley Kohan breaks down what's driving the trend and why holiday shopping starts earlier each

Oct. 12, 2026 | Uncategorized

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What’s Behind ADHD’s Moment on Social Media? Syracuse Psychologist Weighs In

College of Arts and Sciences Professor Kevin Antshel on diagnosis, social media and what gets missed.

Sept. 29, 2026 | For the Media

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Syracuse Scholarship Takes the Spotlight Again on ‘The Academic Minute’

Five Syracuse faculty share findings on food policy, AI, architecture, political science and marine biology on the nationally broadcast program "Academic Minute."

Aug. 14, 2026 | In the News

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Why Grocery Prices Aren’t Coming Down

The Whitman School's Patrick Penfield breaks down the supply chain pressures keeping grocery bills high.

July 17, 2026 | For the Media

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The Science Behind Serena Williams’ Return to Tennis

With Serena Williams set to return to the court at 44, Falk College of Sport exercise scientist Matthew Armstrong explains what the science says about

June 4, 2026 | For the Media, Health, Sport & Society

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A&S Psychologist: Recess Is a Health Necessity, Not a Reward

Cutting recess doesn't just shortchange kids on playtime. A Syracuse University researcher says it can have real consequences for their health and development.

May 19, 2026 | For the Media

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Professor: Hot Chicken Bill a ‘Step in Right Direction’ for SNAP

Professor Colleen Heflin weighs in on legislation to allow hot rotisserie chicken purchases with SNAP benefits, saying it makes the program more accessible.

May 5, 2026 | For the Media

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Hantavirus on a Cruise Ship? A Syracuse Expert Explains What We Know

A series of hantavirus cases aboard a cruise ship has raised questions about transmission and public health response. Faculty expert David Larsen offers his take

May 5, 2026 | For the Media

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Allergy Season Is Getting Worse—And It’s Not Just In Your Head

Allergy seasons are arriving earlier, lasting longer and hitting people who've never had symptoms before—and a Syracuse University expert says most are still managing them

April 1, 2026 | For the Media

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Beyond Awareness: How the Conversation Around Autism Is Evolving

Ahead of World Autism Awareness Day, College of Arts and Sciences researcher Natalie Russo explores what science is getting right, where gaps remain and why

March 26, 2026 | For the Media

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What Americans Should Know About Iranian Cyber Threats

Professor Alex K. Jones says the real cyberthreat from U.S.-Iran tensions isn't a Hollywood-style blackout—it's quiet disruption of daily infrastructure.

March 20, 2026 | For the Media

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How to Navigate Valentine’s Day—Whether You’re Coupled Up or Single

College of Arts and Sciences relationship expert Eman Tadros offers advice for making the most of the season of love.

Feb. 11, 2026 | For the Media

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Engineer Explains Why Ice Storms Are So Devastating to Power Grids

ECS associate professor Sara Eftekharnejad discusses the engineering challenges behind widespread outages affecting more than a million customers.

Jan. 27, 2026 | For the Media

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The Spoofing Problem: Why Tech Platforms’ Age Verification May Not Protect Minors

As platforms rush to verify users' ages, experts warn consumer-grade cameras lack the technology to reliably authenticate minors.

Dec. 16, 2025 | For the Media

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As New Year’s Resolutions Focus on Healthier Eating, What Should You Know About Food Ingredients?

Nutrition and food studies professor Maryam Yuhas shares what to know about artificial ingredients as you set healthier eating goals for 2026.

Dec. 16, 2025 | For the Media

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Paris Climate Agreement Turns Ten: Syracuse Experts Available

The University offers several climate experts available for interviews on the 10th anniversary of the Paris Climate Agreement, covering topics from Arctic ice melt to

Dec. 5, 2025 | For the Media

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What Happens When the Sun Burps?

Physics expert Sam Sampere breaks down solar maximum, coronal mass ejections and why even the biggest solar eruption is a drop in the cosmic bucket.

Oct. 31, 2025 | STEM

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The SNAP Benefits Crisis—Syracuse Experts Weigh In

Faculty experts explain how a looming SNAP benefits cutoff could trigger widespread food insecurity and health risks for millions of Americans.

Oct. 30, 2025 | For the Media

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