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How might the New World screwworm affect dogs and cats?
Dogs, cats and other animals are susceptible to the New World screwworm, says Dr. Clarissa Pimental de Souza, a professor of veterinary clinical medicine at the U. of I.
How does the film ‘The Odyssey’ compare with Homer’s epic poem?
Classics professor Eduardo García-Molina discusses how “The Odyssey” film compares with Homer’s epic poem and the story’s relevance today.
How will AI shape the future of work?
The U.S. needs to articulate a labor-focused strategy to cushion the blow for workers affected by the arrival of artificial intelligence in the workplace.
What effects could insider trading have on prediction markets?
Prediction markets are enjoying explosive growth in popularity but are tricky to regulate and pose grave domestic and geopolitical risks.
Do youth gangs exist in rural America?
Christopher Fleming is a professor of social work at the University of Illinois Urbana- Champaign and the first author of a recent study that explored gang involvement among youths from rural and small communities in the U.S. Fleming spoke with News Bureau research editor Sharita Forrest. What sparked your interest in examining gangs in rural […]
Who benefits from loosening restrictions on psychedelics, marijuana?
Substance use and mental health expert Rachel Hoopsick weighs in on the new changes to federal drug policy.
What can researchers learn from last month’s unusual meteor activity in the US?
Last month, at least two major, but unrelated, meteor events occurred in the skies over highly populated areas of the U.S. Both fireballs, often referred to as bolides, were seen — and heard — during daylight hours, suggesting they were unusually large. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign aerospace engineering communications coordinator Debra Levey Larson spoke with […]
How can a spring run cause a dog to overheat?
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — When the first warm stretches of spring arrive, pets and people alike head outdoors, eager for fresh air after a long winter. While a brisk run or country drive can sound invigorating to a dog owner, it can be dangerous for a dog, says Dr. Brent Von Schaumburg, a resident in emergency […]
How has political populism affected transatlantic relations?
The European Union is in an excellent position to emerge as a leader in international cooperation, trade, security and democratic values, says University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign anthropology professor Jessica R. Greenberg, the co-editor of the new policy report “Populism and the Future of Transatlantic Relations: Challenges and Policy Options.”
Is there a mathematical method to March Madness?
Filling out a March Madness bracket from the inside out, starting with the Final Four or Elite Eight, can be a helpful strategy, says bracketology expert Sheldon H. Jacobson.
How can someone prevent or prepare for falls?
Disability and fall expert Laura Rice answers questions about the risk factors of falls, how to reduce those risks and how to best brace oneself for a fall.
How does politics influence interpretive signs at National Park Service sites?
The Trump administration recently ordered the National Park Service to remove interpretive signs that discuss slavery at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, following an executive order issued last year stating that public monuments should not “inappropriately disparage Americans” and instead “focus on the greatness of the achievements and progress of the American people.” A […]