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Astronomers still puzzle over 'low surface brightness' galaxies Forbes: Stacy McGaugh, professor of astronomy, discussed the puzzling Low Surface Brightness (LSB) galaxies. “Everything we have learned about LSBs suggests that [many] are normal rotating disk galaxies in which the stars are simply…

The case that could topple Obamacare Newsweek: In 2011, Jonathan Adler, the Johan Verheij Memorial Professor of Law, believed he found an error in the Affordable Care Act. Now, the resulting court case poses a real risk for the future of the health care law.

Patent power: Strong ideas start here Crain’s Cleveland Business: Craig Nard, the Tom J.E. and Bette Lou Walker Professor of Law and director of the Center for Law, Technology and the Arts, recently discussed the Patent Power Index, which is meant to highlight local businesses that produce…

Kids' coughs, colds may last weeks but don't need drugs Reuters: Sharon B. Meropol, assistant professor of pediatrics, epidemiology and biostatistics, talked about how it is unnecessary for kids with colds or other common viruses to visit the doctor. “You can feel really crummy from a virus, but…

How to stop the friend comparathon Self: Julie Exline, associate professor of psychology, discussed how people should move away from comparing themselves to friends by using temporal comparison. "It's the act of comparing yourself to you, not others," she said.

Neural prosthetic is a "bridge" over damaged brain areas IEEE Spectrum: Researchers from Case Western Reserve University and University of Kansas conducted a study on brain injury, focusing on the use of a neural prosthetic to connect damaged areas of the brain in rats. The technology has the…

Nanodiamonds are a researcher’s best friend The Columbus Dispatch: Mohan Sankaran, associate professor of chemical engineering, developed a method to create nanodiamonds in his lab using argon gas, ethanol and electricity. His work could help in creating tougher materials, and also aid in drug and…

All-nighters and caffeine may not help during finals week, professor says: Higher education roundup The Plain Dealer: Michael Decker, associate professor at the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing and national sleep expert, discussed the effects of caffeine on the brain and potentially negative…

How to tell if your child is too competitive Realsimple.com: In her study, Sylvia Rimm, clinical professor of psychiatry, surveyed more than 1,200 successful women and found that they frequently recalled winning a competition as a positive childhood experience.

‘Annie’, Jared Bendis and Bobby Jackson Ideastream: Jared Bendis, creative new media officer at Kelvin Smith Library, discussed Bitcoin and Amazon drones during the latest episode of “The Sound of Applause.”