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April 26, 2016 | 12:51 pm

Can big data resolve the human condition?

The Kavli HUMAN Project holds great promise for putting big data to the test. But as astronomy professor Adam Frank argue, “with great promise comes great responsibility.” / NPR

topics: Adam Frank, data science, Department of Physics and Astronomy, School of Arts and Sciences,
Voices & Opinion
April 23, 2016 | 01:51 pm

Recognizing suicide risk in older adults

Yeates Conwell, co-director of Rochester’s Center for Study and Prevention of Suicide talks about the “four D’s” that contribute to suicide risk in older adults. / Washington Post

topics: Center for Study and Prevention of Suicide, elderly, Medical Center, suicide, Yeates Conwell,
Voices & Opinion
April 20, 2016 | 06:28 pm

Is Brazil the Albany of South America?

Why has the American media has reacted with shock and concern regarding the political corruption in Brazil, while largely ignoring the political scandals that have embroiled New York. / New York Daily News

topics: Daniel Reichman, Department of Anthropology, New York State, School of Arts and Sciences,