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The next time you raise your cellphone to your ear, consider this: That surface pressed to your face may be dirtier than a toilet seat.
Cellphones are just one example of commonly used objects that harbor germs and have been studied by microbiologists. From the bottoms of purses to…,
What to do? Case Western Reserve University’s Shanina Knighton, PhD, RN (GRS ’17, nursing), has plenty of answers. An adjunct associate professor at Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing with a board certification in infection control, Knighton is a…,
It wasn’t the path Knighton intended when she came to campus for her PhD. But CWRU gave her both “space to ask bold questions,” such as why [hospital] patient hand hygiene is so often overlooked,” she said, “and the resources to pursue answers that could…,
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hours it takes for toxin-causing bacteria to start growing on unrefrigerated food
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Legionella, E. Coli and Mold—Oh my!
Your home may be full of unseen germs and bacteria. Here’s Shanina Knighton’s advice.
1. Dish rags and sponges
They are some of the dirtiest items in kitchens and harbor more than food particles. Lingering moisture provides the perfect growth…
Case Western Reserve University President Eric W. Kaler and Provost Joy K. Ward have announced that Ronald Hickman (CWR '00; NUR '06, '13; GRS '08, nursing), the Ruth M. Anderson Endowed Professor and associate dean for research in the Center for Research and Scholarship, will serve as the next…
After seven years as dean of Case Western Reserve University’s Case School of Engineering, Venkataramanan “Ragu” Balakrishnan has chosen to step down from his role effective June 30. He plans to join the engineering faculty following a six-month sabbatical.
“Since becoming dean of our engineering…
From R2-D2 to Optimus Prime, Wall-E to The Iron Giant, robots have long captured our collective imaginations. In today’s world, their influence is far less limited to fictional settings; robotics are an essential driver behind next-generation products, medical innovations, educational advances and…
At just a glance, Amirali Rezaei’s resume makes one thing clear: he’s not afraid of a challenge. Originally from Iran, the first-year Case Western Reserve University student was the first in his family to pursue an entrepreneurial endeavor, attend high school in the United Kingdom, and come to the…
Amirali Rezaei presents on stage at pitch competition…
When the federal government passed the Higher Education Act (HEA) in 1965, politicians acknowledged an obvious fact: pursuing a college education can be difficult. The act’s federal grants and loan programs lessened financial barriers for students from low-income and minority backgrounds, yet…
Anticipation is high as Americans cast their ballots in the Nov. 5 General Election to determine the next president and vice president of the United States. Amidst an overwhelming influx of political ads, people are sure to look for trends or polls to help predict results.
“Swing states”…
Today, Case Western Reserve University students will indulge in a childhood favorite activity: trick-or-treating on Halloween. The CWRU Candy Crawl is sure to bring back memories of dressing up in costumes—from witches to cats to superheroes and more—as they make their way across campus to visit…
With the rise of digital health tools and abundant online resources, we live in an era where healthcare information is more accessible than ever. This information is essential to navigate one’s health journey, but without an understanding of complex data and medical jargon, test results may prompt…
When Ted Evans completed the Master of Business Administration program at Weatherhead School of Management in 1995, he didn’t just earn a degree—he began a decades-long relationship with Case Western Reserve University as an alumnus, a consultant and, ultimately, a staff member.
The latest…