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UrduA West Virginia University researcher says Tuesday’s (July 23) surprise hydrothermal explosion at Yellowstone National Park’s Biscuit Basin doesn’t mean a larger eruption of the Yellowstone volcano is imminent. The explosion, captured on video by park visitors, launched debris into the…
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Expert available to discuss distorted narratives of poverty in America
In his forthcoming book, “Poor Things,” Lennard Davis, a distinguished professor of liberal arts and sciences at the University of Illinois Chicago, writes that distorted narratives of poverty written by and for the middle and upper classes create harmful and dangerous stereotypes…
ND Expert: NASA’s cancellation of VIPER is a frustrating setback for lunar exploration
Last week, NASA announced it canceled its plans to send the Volatiles Investigating Polar Exploration Rover (VIPER) to the Moon’s southern polar region. The rover was meant to search for water and other resources called volatiles, such as hydrogen, ammonia and carbon dioxide, which easily evaporate in warm temperatures.Nicola Fox, associate administrator of NASA’s Science Mission Directorate, reiterated the agency’s commitment “to exploring the Moon for the benefit of humanity” through other missions.
Cicada wings are antimicrobial, water-repellant and inspiring to entomologists and engineers alike
Trillions of periodical cicadas broke soil across the Eastern U.S. this summer. But long before that, researchers at the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign studied cicadas for the hidden biological secrets of their wings. Marianne…
Cancer survivors and doctors show their Olympic mettle
Cancer survivors and doctors show their Olympic mettle Sylvester experts examine athletics and resilience as the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games begin MIAMI, FLA. (July 22, 2024) – Cancer affects the world’s top athletes, forcing some Olympians to compete against disease. Athletes in…
Orthopaedic Experts Available to Comment on 2024 Paris Summer Olympics
Going for the Gold! In training for and performing in the sports competitions of the Olympic Games, athletes can endure injuries that can lead to the development of lifelong musculoskeletal issues. Orthopaedic experts with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)…
Beyoncé gives Kamala Harris permission to use her song “Freedom” for her presidential campaign.
CNN confirmed that Vice President Kamala Harris got approval from Beyoncé to use her song “Freedom” throughout her presidential campaign. Dr. David Allan, professor of marketing and co-director of the music industry minor program at Saint Joseph’s University, believes Harris…
UAlbany PoliSci Experts: Gender, Race Likely to be Key Issues Around Kamala Harris’s Bid for Nomination, Presidency
ALBANY, N.Y. (July 24, 2024) — When President Joe Biden announced Sunday his decision to exit the race for president and throw his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris, he opened the door for the United States to elect a…
Experts Talk Human Performance and Proper Hydration for 2024 Summer Olympics
Rockville, Md. (July 24, 2024)—With only days before the start of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, member-experts from the American Physiological Society (APS) are available to discuss advances in human performance (anti-doping efforts) and proper hydration for competing athletes.…
Paris Heat is a Concern for Olympic Athletes
The 2024 Summer Olympics are quickly approaching and the Paris heat is only getting worse. The last summer Olympics, in Tokyo, were the hottest on record. The Paris games, kicking off this week, could be hotter. Paris is a city…
Expert Available: Critics Suggest Democrats Support Harris for Nomination Due to Race and DEI Initiatives
Rep. Glenn Grothman (R-Wis.) claims Democrats feel inclined to back Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential nomination due to her race. If elected, Harris …
Expert Available: New Poll Finds Many U.S. Adults Worry About Making Ends Meet
39% of U.S. adults say they worry most or all of the time that their family’s income won’t be enough to meet expenses, which is up from 28% in December of 2021. …
Expert Available: Iowa’s Strict Abortion Ban to Take Effect Monday
Iowa’s strict abortion ban, that would prevent most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, is expected to take effect on Monday. …
Expert Available: Delta Struggles to Restore Operations, Days After Global Computer Outage
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced today it has opened an investigation into Delta, which is still struggling to restore operations. …
CDC report on infant mortality: Johns Hopkins expert available
An expert from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health will be available for interviews around the upcoming CDC report “Infant Mortality in the United States, 2022,” scheduled to be released on Thursday, July 25. Alison Gemmill, PhD, is…
The science of stress and self-care for International Self-Care Day
Stress is an everyday part of our lives. Between work, family, finances and so much more, stress is unavoidable. But the unhealthy impacts of stress can be mitigated. For International Self-Care Day on July 24, speak to CIHR-funded researchers about…
Two People Died in Listeria Outbreak
According to the CDC, two people have died in a listeria outbreak linked to deli meat. According to the report, 28 cases have been reported in 12 states since May. Many of the people who have reported being sick have…
Biden’s Withdrawal Scrambles the Race – and Makes History
Biden’s Withdrawal Scrambles the Race – and Makes History With less than a month to go before the Democratic National Convention, President Joe Biden made the stunning announcement that he will not seek re-election and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris…
Should You Exercise Outside in the Summer? Expert Shares Potential Benefits of Hot Weather Workouts.
Scientists predict that 2024 may outrank last year as the hottest year on record. As Americans continue to grapple with the summer heat, many are wondering, “Should I be exercising outside?” Now, as seen in this video, a New York…
U.S. Historian Available to Share Insight on Joe Biden’s Withdrawal from Presidential Race
ALBANY, N.Y. (July 22, 2024) — In a historic move, President Joe Biden announced on Sunday that he is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race after mounting calls for him to end his reelection bid. He endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the party’s…
Massive IT outage exposes global dependence on few software platforms, cybersecurity expert says
A West Virginia University cybersecurity expert says the recent worldwide technology outage that grounded flights and disrupted hospitals, banks, businesses and governments should serve as a warning that society cannot rely solely on Microsoft or similar platforms for day-to-day operations.…
Laurel Elder, scholar of women political candidates, on Kamala Harris’ candidacy
“Women of color have driven the remarkable success of Democratic women in elective office,” says Elder. “Women of color are also the most loyal supporters of Democratic candidates–and recent Democratic presidents including Joe Biden and Barack Obama owe their success to this group of voters,” she adds.
CSUF Experts Available to Comment on President Biden’s Announcement and Endorsement of Vice President Harris
CSUF faculty members with expertise on presidential history, voter response, regional impact, Black history, and social media’s role in the election can comment on today’s announcement from President Joe Biden and his endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris as a Democratic…
President Joe Biden Ends Reelection Bid, Following Democratic Calls for Him to Exit Race
In a momentous decision in American political history, President Joe Biden is ending his 2024 presidential campaign. This comes as a growing number of Democrats called for the president to end his… …
Indiana University experts available to speak about global IT outage
A worldwide technology outage Friday morning brought organizations across the globe to a halting stop, as flights were grounded, banks and media outlets were offline, and hospitals had to cancel procedures. The CEO of cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike said the trouble…
FDA Warns of Bacteria Found in Sealed Bottles of Tattoo Ink
The US Food and Drug Administration is warning of bacteria found in sealed bottles of tattoo link, which has also been discovered in permanent makeup ink. The new research by the FDA shows tattoo inks themselves have been identified as…
Expert Available: 5 Year anniversary of El Paso Massacre on Aug. 3
Aug. 3, 2024 marks the fifth anniversary of the El Paso massacre, one of the deadliest anti-Latino attacks in recent U.S. history. In 2019, a far-right extremist committed a deadly mass shooting at a Walmart in El, Paso Texas, a…
Historical Impact of Presidential Assassinations
Dr Dafydd Townley [email protected] University of Portsmouth UK Presidential Assassinations and their impact in the United States Assassinations of political leaders have had a profound political impact in the United States, particularly the targeted killings of presidents. The deaths of…
Expert Available: Project 2025: A Conservative Blueprint Stirring Controversy During RNC
A proposed Republican Party platform is set for approval at the upcoming national convention, but Project 2025 is drawing significant attention.
Expert Available: More Human Bird Flu Case Confirmed in US
Five dairy workers in Colorado have tested positive for the bird flu. According to the state department, all five workers are poultry workers at a farm in northeast, Colorado. …
The Challenges & Opportunities of Creating Policy in the New Age of Evolving Technology
One GW professor says technology at the intersection of economic, security, and sustainability imperatives create both challenges and opportunities in creating effective policies moving forward.
Expert Available: Bob Menendez Found Guilty on 16 Felony Counts
The Democrat Senator from New Jersey was found guilty on 16 felony counts- including bribery, …
Sports risk management expert sees lessons to learn from Copa América security breach
A West Virginia University sports risk management expert says organizers should take several lessons from the gate rushing by fans — many without tickets — that delayed the start of Sunday’s (July 14) Copa América final at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami,…
Expert Available: Trump’s Solid Lead over Biden
University of Michigan political expert Michael Traugott: “The assassination attempt will boost Donald Trump’s standing in his party, and he will come out of the convention with a solid lead over Joe Biden in the national polls.” Bio: https://cps.isr.umich.edu/people/mtrau/ Contact: [email protected] or cell (734-846-4469)
Expert available: Trump documents case and meaning of ‘Appointments Clause’
In dismissing the classified documents case against former president Donald Trump, U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon argues that the appointment of special counsel Jack Smith violated the Appointments Clause of the United States Constitution. Would the Founders have agreed? Presidential historian…
Human Plague Case Confirmed in Colorado
A human case of plague has been confirmed in a Colorado resident. The case was identified in Pueblo County. According to county public health officials, the resident was diagnosed following a four-day investigation based on preliminary test results. Right now,…
Three Mile Island reopening? Harrisburg U professor explores the economic impact, benefits, and risks.
Three Mile Island (TMI), located just south of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, has been dormant since suffering a partial meltdown in March 1979. Now, there’s talk about bringing it back online. Residents of the region are naturally curious and potentially concerned about…
Are GLP-1 drugs safe for children? Doctors say despite high use among youth, no unique health risks detected
With the skyrocketing popularity of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro, health experts are noticing an increasing trend of use among younger Americans. According to new findings published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, the number of teens and young adults prescribed…
Olympic Games in Paris: A Divided Country Welcomes a Fractured World
Olympic Games in Paris: A Divided Country Welcomes a Fractured World WHAT: As athletes and spectators from around the world gather later this month in the “City of Light” for the 2024 Summer Olympics, American University experts offer their insight…
UAlbany Chemist Available to Discuss Eli Lilly Alzheimer’s Drug
ALBANY, N.Y. (July 9, 2024) — Last week, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new Alzheimer’s medication developed by Eli Lilly that has shown in clinical trials to moderately delay the progression of memory and cognitive decline in…
Hydrologist says schedule flexibility will be key for safe swimming in Seine River during Paris Summer Olympics
A West Virginia University physical hydrology professor sees planned usage of the Seine River for several swimming events during the Paris Summer Olympics as the culmination of decades-long efforts to restore the river for recreation. Jason Hubbart, interim associate dean…
Expert available: Fourth human case of bird flu confirmed in the U.S.
The U.S. Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed a fourth human case of bird flu. The patient, who has since recovered, worked at a dairy farm in Colorado. Previous cases have been reported in Texas and Michigan. Matthew…
WashU Expert: SCOTUS Chevron decision not as dramatic as some had feared
On June 28, the U.S. Supreme Court overruled what was known as the Chevron doctrine, which gave deference to federal agencies when interpreting statutes. It’s demise is unlikely to result in the dramatic curtailment of agency power that some had…
Expert available: FDA approval of new Alzheimer’s drug, Kisunla
Aaron Burberry, Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology, School of Medicine https://case.edu/medicine/pathology/faculty/aaron-burberry
Climate scientist, hurricane researcher can speak to fast escalation of megastorms like Beryl
Rowan University climate scientist Dr. Andra Garner last year documented in the journal Scientific Reports that Atlantic Hurricanes, like the current storm Beryl, have developed faster and with greater strength over the past 50 years.
Expert Available: Millions of Voters in the U.K. Will Head to the Polls Thursday, Where Britain’s Conservatives Face Defeat
Millions of people in the U.K. will be voting tomorrow to choose a new House of Commons and a new government. …
New Treatment for Uterine Cancer Receives FDA Approval
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration has approved use of a new treatment option for patients with advanced or recurring uterine cancer. The news comes after completion of the first Phase III trial to statistically evaluate an anti-PD1 immunotherapy, called…
Do’s and Don’ts: Fireworks safety tips ahead of 4th of July celebrations
Burn Injury Expert Says Leave Fireworks to the Professionals The Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Burn Center at Stony Brook University Hospital — the only designated burn care facility in Suffolk County, has 10 Safety Tips this July 4th Weekend as…
Expert available: FDA approval of Alzheimer’s disease drug, donanemab
The FDA approved a new Alzheimer’s disease treatment today called donanemab (brand name Kisunla), after it was reviewed and recommended by an advisory panel earlier this year. Sanjeev Vaishnavi, MD, PhD, an assistant professor of neurology at Penn Medicine, is…
New York Governor Signs Bill to Limit Social Media Feeds for Kids
New York’s Governor signed a bill that would limit social media feeds for kids. If signed into law, the bill would allow parents to block their children from getting social media posts suggested by the platform’s algorithm. It would also…