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STEM

Biology Professor Breaks Down Science Behind Ancestry, Heritage Tests

Monday, February 15, 2021, By Daryl Lovell

As people celebrate Black History Month, many in and connected to the African American community may be interested in tracing more of their family history and learning about their connections to the African continent. How do you piece together your…

Mother Jones

“Murder, Heart Attacks, Suicide, COVID—Immigrants Are Dying in “America’s Waiting Room.””

Friday, February 12, 2021, By Lily Datz

Austin Kocher, research assistant professor in the Newhouse School with the Transactional Records Access Clearinghouse (TRAC), was quoted in the Mother Jones story “Murder, Heart Attacks, Suicide, COVID—Immigrants Are Dying in “America’s Waiting Room.”” Kocher, an expert on federal immigration…

Salon

“Are conservative policies shortening American lives?”

Wednesday, February 10, 2021, By Lily Datz

Research conducted by Jennifer Karas Montez, professor of sociology in the Maxwell School, was featured in the Salon story “Are conservative policies shortening American lives?” Montez, who specializes in social demography, led research that found that “states that implemented more…

STEM

What Drugs Cause Birth Defects? Search for Answers Turbocharges Zhen Ma’s Bioengineering Lab

Monday, February 8, 2021, By Ellen de Graffenreid

Zhen Ma arrived at Syracuse University in 2016, fresh from a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of California at Berkeley, to set up his own lab. Appointed assistant professor of biomedical and chemical engineering and the Carol and Samuel Nappi…

Campus & Community

University Lectures Kicks Off Spring 2021 Series, Featuring Four Dynamic Guests, on Feb. 16

Monday, February 8, 2021, By Kelly Homan Rodoski

The University Lectures continues its 20th season this spring with four dynamic speakers: Viet Thanh Nguyen, Pulitzer Prize-winning author, on Tuesday, Feb. 16; Misty Copeland, principal dancer with the American Ballet Theater, on Tuesday, Feb. 23; Stephanie Johnson-Cunningham, agent for…

Yahoo! Finance

“How miniseries demand is leading the TV revolution.”

Friday, February 5, 2021, By Lily Datz

Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor of radio, television and film and director of the Bleier Center for Television and Popular Culture in the Newhouse School, was interviewed by Yahoo! Finance for the story “How miniseries demand is leading the TV revolution.”…

Institute for New Economic Thinking

“Epidemic of Despair Could Haunt America Long After COVID.”

Wednesday, February 3, 2021, By Lily Datz

Research by Shannon Monnat, associate professor of sociology in the Maxwell School and Lerner Chair for Public Health Promotion, was featured in the Institute for New Economic Thinking story “Epidemic of Despair Could Haunt America Long After COVID.” Monnat has…

Campus & Community

Wellness Initiative Offers Up Heart-Healthy Programs to Faculty and Staff in Celebration of American Heart Month

Wednesday, February 3, 2021, By News Staff

American Heart Month, celebrated each February, is dedicated to motivating as many Americans as possible to adopt healthier lifestyles that can help prevent heart disease. As one of the hardest working muscles in your body, it’s crucial to include heart…

The American Homefront Project

“Some Veteran Entrepreneurs Say Military Experience Is Helping Them Withstand The Pandemic”

Tuesday, February 2, 2021, By Lily Datz

Rosalinda Maury, director of applied research and analytics with the Institute for Veterans and Military Families, was interviewed for The American Homefront Project story “Some Veteran Entrepreneurs Say Military Experience Is Helping Them Withstand The Pandemic.” Maury, who leads research…

CNY Central

“Syracuse University offering free tutoring for any CNY student.”

Monday, February 1, 2021, By Lily Datz

Emily Winiecki, community engagement coordinator in the Office of Community Engagement, was interviewed for the CNY Central story “Syracuse University offering free tutoring for any CNY student.” Winiecki discussed Syracuse’s partnership with 15 local organizations to provide free tutoring to…