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Pot with patents could plant the seeds of future lawsuits The Conversation: Craig Nard, the Galen J. Roush Professor of Law, wrote about how private companies are securing patents on cannabis-based products and methods of production, even though marijuana remains a Schedule 1 drug—and what it…

If Vitamin D is a potential sunburn remedy, what does it mean for skin cancer? USA Today: CWRU researchers found that large doses of vitamin D an hour after a sunburn led to long-term benefits, including fast healing—leading some to wonder if it could mean better protection from ultraviolet…

Making inroads with tire pyrolysis American Recycler: Pavel Galchenko, a rising junior studying studying biochemistry and applied data science, co-founded a startup, RVS Rubber Solutions, which aims to recycle tires in an environmentally friendly way.

2017’s best and worst states to start a business WalletHub: Scott Shane, the A. Malachi Mixon III Professor of Entrepreneurial Studies, discussed the impact of state and federal economic policies on promoting new business development.

CWRU is helping future nurses get virtual help Crain’s Cleveland Business (subscription required): Mary Dolansky, assistant professor of nursing and director of the Quality and Safety Education for Nurses Institute, discussed a new partnership with an alumnus-run software development company,…

How Cleveland has become a leader in trying to eradicate human trafficking The Christian Science Monitor: Maureen Guirguis, law professor and co-director of the Human Trafficking Law Clinic, weighed in on the work of the Renee Jones Empowerment Center in helping human trafficking victims across…

Incoming college students can use summer vacation to prepare Cleveland Jewish News: Rick Bischoff, vice president for enrollment management, explained how incoming students can prepare for college over the summer by getting hands-on experience and taking a break from studies to avoid getting burnt…

In Cleveland, climate change isn't about rising seas. It's about jobs and health. PRI: Kristie Ross, associate professor of pediatrics, and Aparna Bole, assistant professor of pediatrics, discussed how climate change and air pollution impact health.

Smallpox epidemic ravaged Cleveland 115 years ago, killed 224 The Plain Dealer: Brandy Schillace, senior research associate and public engagement fellow at the Dittrick Medical History Center, discussed the smallpox epidemic that hit Cleveland in 1902 and the Dittrick Museum exhibit, "City on the…

Summa Health in search for solutions to right its financial ship, remain independent Akron Beacon Journal: J.B. Silvers, the John R. Mannix Medical Mutual of Ohio Professor of Health Care Finance, weighed in on factors that have contributed to Summa Health’s financial troubles.