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An ounce of preventionPsychology Today: In the wake of Robin Williams' death, associate professor of psychology Amy Przeworski examined the troubling prevalence of and correlation between depression and suicide.

Meet your makersIdeastream: Lisa Camp, associate dean for Strategic Initiatives, and Ian Charnas, operations director for thinkbox, discussed the “maker movement,” a movement that embodies the Cleveland spirit.

Aspiring sports agents can learn the ropes in Case Western Reserve University's free online courseThe Plain Dealer: Peter Carfagna, distinguished visiting practitioner-in-residence at the School of Law, created the massive open online course (MOOC), "Representing the Professional Athlete." The…

Why do babies dig 2 Chainz and Katy Perry so much?mtv.com: Lisa Huisman Koops, associate professor of music education, talked about why some babies stop crying when they hear certain songs. “It depends on the baby,” she said. “Studies have shown that infants recognize and prefer music they heard…

G. Love, Jared Bendis & Ohio Cricket Farmideastream: Jared Bendis, creative new media director at Kelvin Smith Library, discussed the latest technology news, including ALS Ice Bucket Challenge videos.

Robin Williams' death sparks questions about Parkinson's disease and depression: Here are some answersThe Plain Dealer: In light of the recent death of actor and comedian Robin Williams, psychology professor Jim Overholser discussed who is at risk for depression. "Depression can affect all people,…

Cancer stem cells may be key to future cancer therapiesideastream: Stan Gerson, Distinguished University Professor and director of the Case Comprehensive Cancer Center, discussed the importance of cancer stem cells for the future of cancer therapies.

Siegal program expands offerings this fallCleveland Jewish News: Brian Amkraut, executive director of the Siegal Lifelong Learning Center, discussed the value of the center’s education offerings. “We believe in the value of lifelong learning,” he said. “Education, whether formal or informal, never…

Final Words: My last phone conversation with my momPsychology Today: Julie Exine, The Armington Professor and director of clinical training in the Department of Psychology, blogged about the final phone conversation she had with her mother and research she and her colleagues conducted about the…

CWRU aims for a fresh approach to public art under new Putnam Collection director Kathleen BarrieThe Plain Dealer: Kathleen Barrie, the new Putnam Collection director, discussed her new position and the John and Mildred Andrews Putnam Fund. "The Putnam Fund is a great thing for the university, and…