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October 5, 2023
“Just like any other computer, if the software becomes out of date, that can introduce security vulnerabilities,” said Atul Prakash, professor of electrical engineering and computer science, who recommends that smart-lock users pair the device with an additional sensor that alerts the resident when the door is opened or closed, and to be aware of software security updates.
The New York Times -
October 5, 2023
“Our record enrollment demonstrates that students from all backgrounds are continuing to see the value in a University of Michigan education,” said Adele Brumfield, vice provost for enrollment management. “U-M is a place of educational excellence that features a vibrant community with rewarding student life experiences, access to innovative facilities and research, and a caring and engaged faculty and staff.”
The Detroit News -
October 4, 2023
Donald Trump claims in his civil fraud trial that he played by the same rough-and-tumble, buyer-beware accounting rules that shape much of New York City’s real estate industry. “Most of the time that’s just not going to be much of a winner of an argument. Telling a police officer, ‘I know I was speeding but so was everyone else’ — that doesn’t get you off the hook,” said Will Thomas, assistant professor of business law.
National Public Radio -
October 4, 2023
Teens who experience racial discrimination from their peers have unhealthy levels of cortisol, a stress hormone connected to many chronic health conditions, says Rebecca Hasson, associate professor of movement science, who believes exercise can help combat the negative health effects of stress and discrimination.
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October 4, 2023
Research by Purnima Kumar, professor of dentistry, suggests that vaping harms oral health 10 times faster than smoking, resulting in more cavities, dry mouth and bleeding from gums: “All of these together are powerful indicators that this is setting the stage for a lot of harm in the future.”
Australian Broadcasting Corporation -
October 3, 2023
For those hoping to use social media less, keeping Facebook and Instagram apps on their phone’s home screen is akin to “having an open bag of Skittles in your pocket at any given time,” says Brad Stulberg, adjunct clinical assistant professor of public health.
The Wall Street Journal -
October 3, 2023
Decriminalizing small amounts of controlled substances, including heroin, cocaine and methamphetamine, in Oregon and Washington in 2021 has not led to an increase in overdose deaths, according to research by Spruha Joshi, assistant professor of epidemiology: “This study is an important first look at the impact of drug decriminalization on overdose, but continued monitoring is needed.”
Newsweek -
October 3, 2023
“He told people, ‘Don’t move, don’t sell your home, I’m going to save this plant.’ Union folks are not going to forget that he makes promises and doesn’t deliver,” said Michael Traugott, professor emeritus of communication studies and political science, referring to Donald Trump’s pledge in 2017 to protect jobs at a General Motors auto plant in Ohio that closed a year later.
The Guardian (U.K.) -
October 2, 2023
“I think Democrats should be concerned about what is their message that’s going to appeal to (labor union) voters. They didn’t do so well in responding to Trump’s use of campaigning against trade agreements in 2016. That seemed to work pretty well for him,” said Jonathan Hanson, lecturer in statistics for public policy.
ABC News -
October 2, 2023
Research led by Jenny Radesky, associate professor of pediatrics, found that 97% of 203 study participants ages 11-17 are on their phones during school hours. “This raises some questions about how schools can work with young people to help them have some control over their phone use,” she said. “School feels hard and stressful for a lot of kids. The phone is one way that they give their brain a break.”
NBC News
