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The Effects of Lung Cancer and Radon in Uranium Miners
Even low-level exposure to radon gas can have harmful impacts. In today’s Academic Minute, David B. Richardson of the University...
Computer Science’s Challenges, as Seen by Its Pioneers
As recipients of the world’s most prestigious computer science awards gather this month in Germany, they share concerns about teaching, ed-tech tools, and improving-but-still-low participation rates by women.
Biden Won’t Forgive Privately Held Federal Loans
In another development, six states sue the Biden administration over the loan-forgiveness plan.
Clarinetist Gives $100M to Boston U Medical School
Retired clarinetist Edward Avedisian has donated $100 million to the Boston University medical school, the university announced Thursday. Avedisian, a...
Volleyball Team Got $130,000 Intended for Cancer
Brett Favre’s foundation gave $130,000 to the University of Southern Mississippi Athletic Foundation from 2018 to 2020, the same years...
Instructor on Leave After Blaming Satan for Pride Event
Wallace State Community College in Alabama put an instructor of history on leave, according to a CBS42 report about the...
Brazilian Academics Hopeful About Election
Bolsonaro is likely to be defeated in his re-election bid as president, but his influence will be slow to fade.
Western Connecticut Challenges Reflect System Tensions
Faculty at Western Connecticut State University are pressing administrators for collaborative solutions after a financial collapse. For system leaders, it’s just one of many challenges they face.