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July 26, 2016
Megan Tompkins-Stange, assistant professor of public policy, discussed her new book, “Policy Patrons,” which looks at how philanthropy helps drive reform efforts in K-12 and higher education.
Inside Higher Ed -
July 26, 2016
“Physical activity is not something patients necessarily want to do. But kids got excited about the game, so they don’t mind. Playing Pokémon Go encourages them not only to move, but also to go out of their rooms and talk to one another or to the hospital staff,” said J.J. Bouchard, digital media manager at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital.
TechCrunch -
July 19, 2016
Reuven Avi-Yonah, professor of law, was quoted in a story about ways that U.S. companies, like Facebook, have avoided paying higher taxes in Europe.
The Washington Post -
July 19, 2016
“‘The Apprentice’ was great entertainment and lousy leadership. Relishing ‘firing’ 19 people to hire one is awful leadership,” said Dave Ulrich, professor of business administration, commenting on Donald Trump’s executive style.
Politico -
July 19, 2016
Christian Davenport, professor of political science, says that America has not dealt well with political violence, usually seeking ways to respond in kind — stifling any possibility of a national conversation on the major economic and social issues at the roots of grievances.
The Christian Science Monitor -
July 19, 2016
Comments by Michael Flannagan, research associate professor at the U-M Transportation Research Institute, were featured in an article about the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety’s low ratings of most vehicle headlights.
The New York Times -
July 19, 2016
“When a public health agency unequivocally states ‘don’t eat raw dough’ (regardless of whether flour or other ingredients were affected by a recall or not), it is implying (falsely) that no one could rationally disagree. Well, I’m a public health faculty member, and I disagree,” said Brian Zikmund-Fisher, associate professor of health behavior and health education.
Mashable -
July 12, 2016
In the aftermath of the recent racially charged police shootings, “a compassionate organization cultivates a sense of empathy for those who are suffering. And the first thing is for leaders to be present, talking, listening and acknowledging that something specific has happened, and that some people may have concerns,” said Alison Davis-Blake, professor of management and organizations.
Fortune -
July 12, 2016
Research led by Michael Boehnke, professor of biostatistics and director of the Center for Statistical Genetics, identified more than 12 genes that directly increase risk for type 2 diabetes — the most complete understanding yet of the condition’s genetic architecture.
HealthDay -
July 12, 2016
“The upside, the great one, is you don’t need to drill and you don’t need an injection,” said Dr. Margherita Fontana, professor of dentistry, regarding an antimicrobial liquid that can be brushed on cavities to stop tooth decay.
The New York Times
