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July 25, 2013
Five surprising facts about daydreaming National Geographic: Do you ever wonder why you daydream or why you daydream about certain topics or events? According to Anthony Jack, assistant professor of cognitive science, philosophy and psychology, "Your brain naturally fluctuates in certain ways…
July 17, 2013
CWRU's 2013 white coat ceremony (photo gallery) The Plain Dealer: This past Sunday, incoming students at the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine were recognized at the annual white coat ceremony at Severance Hall. The 199 students enrolled in the class of 2017 will wear the coat…
July 17, 2013
Law's Jonathan Adler gives his perspective on Trayvon Martin case and the federal hate crime statute
It’s only rarely a federal case The New York Times: In the publication's “Room for Debate” blog, Jonathan Adler,the Johan Verheij Memorial Professor of Law, wrote about theTrayvon Martin case and shared his thoughts about the federal hate crime statue
July 17, 2013
Examining the annual pelvic exam: Is it necessary? The Plain Dealer: It is suggested that women receive annual pelvic exams, but some wonder if it is necessary each year.Thomas Frank, associate professor inthe School of Medicine, agreed that not all women need a pelvic exam each year, but said it…
July 17, 2013
CWRU professor Susan Helper appointed chief economist for U.S. Commerce Department The Plain Dealer: Susan Helper, the Frank Tracy Carlton Professor of Economics, recently was named chief economist for the U.S. Commerce Department. "I'm excited to contribute to the Commerce Department's mission of…
July 17, 2013
Ariel Castro indicted on new charges, but no death penalty sought The Plain Dealer: Michael Benza, senior instructor of law, weighs in on the new charges in the Ariel Castro case and the challenges the three women may have to face in testifying. "Do these young women want to testify? Can they…
July 17, 2013
Case Western Reserve names interim chief information officer Crain’s Cleveland Business (subscription required): The university named Mark Henderson interim vice president for Information Technology Services and chief information officer. Henderson has served as associate vice president for ITS…
July 17, 2013
To come out to a stranger or not? Psychology Today: Amy Przeworski, assistant professor of psychology, blogs about the difficulty for LGBTQ individuals in deciding whether or not, and when, to disclose their LGBTQ identities to others. Przeworski is leading a study on the topic.
July 17, 2013
Case researchers lead national effort to track benefits of genetic testing in cancer treatment Ideastream: Stan Gerson, director of the Case Comprehensive Cancer Center, discussed the unwillingness of insurance companies to pay for therapies based on genetic testing, which prevents the patient…
July 17, 2013
Analysis: In shadow of landmark decisions, U.S. high court also rules for business Reuters: Jonathan Adler, the Johan Verheij Memorial Professor of Law, talked about a ruling from the Supreme Court that expanded the ability of property owners to challenge permit conditions forced on them by…