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Peter Iglinski

Peter Iglinski is the press officer for science and public media. He covers biology, biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, mathematics, and earth & environmental sciences.

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University of Rochester establishes Department of Black Studies

University of Rochester establishes Department of Black Studies

November 8, 2022

President Sarah Mangelsdorf says Rochester embraces Black issues as subjects of academic study.

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China’s future after party congress ‘more unpredictable than usual’

China’s future after party congress ‘more unpredictable than usual’

October 27, 2022

John Osburg, associate professor of anthropology and a China expert, says Chinese president Xi Jinping risks blame for the country’s mounting problems.

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Ronald Jones remembered for landmark work in international economics

Ronald Jones remembered for landmark work in international economics

October 14, 2022

The professor emeritus helped establish the University’s PhD program in economics.

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NASA brings standards of evidence to the search for UFOs

NASA brings standards of evidence to the search for UFOs

July 25, 2022

America’s space agency is convening a commission to investigate unidentified flying objects. In a Newsweek op-ed, Adam Frank explains why NASA’s involvement could be a game changer.

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Can the public’s trust in science—and scientists—be restored?

Can the public’s trust in science—and scientists—be restored?

July 20, 2022

Rochester astrophysicist Adam Frank says distrust jeopardizes the country’s future as an economic powerhouse.

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Expect another year of supply chain issues

Expect another year of supply chain issues

June 27, 2022

Rochester economist George Alessandria explains what is causing the shortages—and why government intervention would be counterproductive.

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Frederick Douglass Institute director hopes for celebration and education on Juneteenth

Frederick Douglass Institute director hopes for celebration and education on Juneteenth

June 16, 2022

“Juneteenth is especially relevant today, as the current conditions of Black people in America would suggest that we are still not free,” says Jeffrey McCune Jr. And yet, he adds, “We must celebrate.”

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New director of the Susan B. Anthony Institute reflects on her background and plans

New director of the Susan B. Anthony Institute reflects on her background and plans

March 29, 2022

June Hwang brings her whole self—a Korean American woman, a Northern Californian, and a scholar of German and Jewish studies with a specialty in film—to the role.

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Frederick Douglass Medal to be presented to Northwestern’s dean of communication

Frederick Douglass Medal to be presented to Northwestern’s dean of communication

March 28, 2022

E. Patrick Johnson is recognized for contributions to engaged scholarship and public performance.

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Monetary policy vs. fiscal policy: Which is more effective at stimulating the economy?

Monetary policy vs. fiscal policy: Which is more effective at stimulating the economy?

January 5, 2022

Rochester economist Narayana Kocherlakota explains the difference between the two—and why fiscal policy in the form of stimulus checks for all adults comes out ahead.

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