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Rutgers faculty discusses effect of coronavirus on minority communities

Preliminary coronavirus disease (COVID-19) data has shown that Black and Brown communities have experienced the most pandemic-related deaths in the United States, according to a press release. Health experts are now demanding more racial data on the crisis.Apr 19 2020

Members of Rutgers faculty discuss transition to remote instruction

Rutgers began holding classes online two weeks ago due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, requiring faculty members to quickly adapt their syllabi to fit a digital format.Apr 5 2020

Coronavirus death toll surpasses 9/11, Rutgers professor sees parallels between the two crises

The number of deaths in the United States from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) rose past 4,000 as of yesterday, surpassing the total of deaths from 9/11, according to USA Today. In terms of government and media response, the current pandemic has many parallels with the events of September 11, 2001, said a Rutgers professor.Apr 2 2020

Rutgers researchers develop 45-minute test for coronavirus

A team of researchers at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (NJMS) has conducted the first external evaluation of a faster, easier coronavirus disease (COVID-19) diagnostic test, according to a recent press release.Mar 26 2020

Rutgers community discusses domestic violence, abuse resources while social distancing

While social distancing may be difficult for many during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, it can be a terrifying reality for children and adults that experience abuse and violence in their homes, said Dr. Amanda M. Stylianou, Rutgers expert on domestic violence and health outcomes.Mar 22 2020

Rutgers expert weighs in on Democratic healthcare plans

Last night’s Super Tuesday was a heavyweight Democratic primary competition in 15 states and territories, according to Distinguished Professor of Political Science Dr. Ross Baker. Mar 4 2020

'Juuling' phrase makes it difficult to measure electronic cigarette use, Rutgers study finds

While Juul is a type of electronic cigarette (e-cigarette), some high school students think otherwise, according to a recent Rutgers study.Feb 28 2020

Rutgers researchers develop automated blood drawing robot

Researchers at Rutgers have created and conducted the first clinical trial for a robot designed to draw blood more effectively than humans, according to a recent University press release.Feb 26 2020

Rutgers researchers develop new test for elder self-neglect

Rutgers University researchers have developed a new tool to measure self-neglect in elderly populations, according to a study from the Rutgers University Institute for Health, Health Care Policy and Aging Research (IFH).Feb 21 2020

Rutgers professors discuss Black History Month, pursuing passions

For Associate Professor in the Department of History Dr. Donna Murch, Black History Month is twelve months a year.Feb 20 2020

Rutgers community weighs in on discrimination due to coronavirus

University President Robert L. Barchi sent an email on Thursday to staff and faculty addressing student claims of discrimination related to the spread of the novel coronavirus.Feb 10 2020

NJ Department of Health issues new coronavirus guidelines

The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) issued guidelines for determining the risk of catching the novel coronavirus for people who traveled between the U.S. and China recently, according to a University-wide email sent by Senior Vice Chancellor for Clinical Affairs Dr. Vicente Gracias.Feb 5 2020

Rutgers Food Innovation Center helps build, accelerate new food businesses

The Rutgers Food Innovation Center (FIC) helps businesses in the food and beverage space start, accelerate and commercialize, said Acting Executive Director and Director of Operations Nolan Lewin.Feb 3 2020

Rutgers professor explains Doomsday Clock

The world is 100 seconds away from Doomsday, according to the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists’ recent announcement. Feb 3 2020

Rutgers restricts travel to China due to coronavirus outbreak

Rutgers University will restrict students, faculty and staff from traveling to China for university business due to the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, according to a recent email from Senior Vice Chancellor for Clinical Affairs Dr. Vicente Gracias.Jan 30 2020

Rutgers scientist helps discover potential new Parkinson's treatment

Scientists at Rutgers University recently partnered with the Scripps Research Institute to discover a small molecule that may help slow down the progression of Parkinson’s disease, according to a press release.Jan 30 2020

Rutgers Center on Gun Violence Research names new director

Michael Anestis, an associate professor of psychology at the University of Southern Mississippi, has just been named executive director at the Rutgers University-led New Jersey Center on Gun Violence Research and will take over in July, according to a press release.Jan 29 2020

Rutgers professor explains new hypothesis on disease transmission

Two Rutgers University professors involved in a think tank proposed a new hypothesis stating diseases like cancer and diabetes can be transmitted between individuals through microbes that live on and in humans, according to a recent press release.Jan 27 2020

Rutgers professor testifies before Congress about climate change

Dr. Pamela McElwee, associate professor in the Department of Human Ecology, testified before the United States House Committee on Science, Space and Technology about climate change on Jan. 15.Jan 23 2020

Rutgers professor responds to state, federal vaping restrictions

Yesterday, Gov. Phil Murphy (D-N.J.) signed a ban that prevents the sale of flavored vaping products in New Jersey, according to an article from The Washington Post.Jan 22 2020

Robert Wood Johnson expands emergency department

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) recently opened the doors to a newly redesigned emergency department.Dec 10 2019

Rutgers-led team receives $45 million to improve healthcare

A joint investment of $45 million will aid a Rutgers-led team in developing medical breakthroughs for New Jersey patients faster through the New Jersey Alliance for Clinical and Translational Science (NJ ACTS).Dec 6 2019

More than 100 New Jersey residents infected with multi-drug resistant illness

A multidrug resistant superbug has recently infected 141 people in New Jersey, according to an article from New Jersey 101.5.Dec 3 2019

Lack of religious affiliation among young people rising, study shows

As Christianity continues to decline in the United States, more Americans are identifying as religiously unaffiliated, according to a new study from Pew Research Center.Nov 19 2019

Expert explains technology addiction

More than 150 medical professionals, students and advocates attended the seventh annual Urban Mental Health Conference at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (NJMS) in Newark. Nov 19 2019

Mothers of the Movement speak at Douglass Residential College

On Nov. 14, the mothers of the Black Lives Matter movement walked into Voorhees Chapel to a standing ovation from a crowd of students, faculty, administrators and guests.Nov 18 2019

Rutgers professor wins Disney+ Dream Job challenge

Dr. Anthony Tobia, a Rutgers professor of psychiatry, was chosen as 1 of 5 winners of the Reviews.org Disney+ Dream Job Challenge for his new curriculum, Addicted to Disney. Nov 18 2019

Professor discusses experience upon election to medical organization

Dr. David Livingston, professor and chief of the Division of Trauma and Surgical Critical Care at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (NJMS), was recently named president-elect of the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma (AAST), The Daily Targum reported.Nov 15 2019

Rutgers hospital holds its annual public meeting

Rutgers professor survives helicopter crash, helps injured passengers

Rutgers begins support program for legally blind

Since Oct. 1, calls have been coming in to a Rutgers-based peer support helpline for the legally blind, the first of its kind in the nation. Oct 29 2019

Rutgers professor weighs in on Democrats debating opioid epidemic

Last Tuesday, 12 Democratic hopefuls took the stage in the fourth Democratic presidential debate. Among many issues, they discussed the opioid epidemic. Oct 23 2019

Rutgers researchers are evaluating how harmful chemicals in soap, lotion may be

Researchers from the Rutgers School of Public Health have been studying the health risks of chemicals found in personal care products like soap and lotion, according to a recent press release.Oct 23 2019

Rutgers football holds event for EmbraceKids Foundation, some shave their heads

Children from the Embrace Kids Foundation shaved Rutgers football team members’ heads last Thursday as part of a campaign to bring awareness of those battling various forms of cancer.Oct 21 2019

Rutgers School of Public Health hosts event on reducing youth involvement in criminal justice system

The Rutgers School of Public Health hosted a half-day conference titled “Reducing Youth Involvement with the Criminal Justice System” last Thursday, which addressed the youth-to-prison pipeline among students in Newark and throughout the state. Oct 18 2019

Government programs, people look to expand autism services

The Autism Collaboration, Accountability, Research, Education and Support (CARES) Act was signed into law by President Donald J. Trump this past Monday. The bill was co-sponsored by Rep. Chris Smith (R-N.J.), said director of the New Jersey Center for Autism Excellence (NJACE) Dr. Elizabeth Torres, and sets aside $1.8 billion to cope with the challenges and critical needs of the autistic population.Oct 9 2019

Professors stress flu shot importance, debunk misconceptions

With flu season approaching, Rutgers infectious disease experts encourage students to get vaccinated sooner rather than later.Oct 8 2019

Rutgers' Brain Health Institute continues to expand its research capabilities

The Rutgers Brain Health Institute was formed five years ago under the guidance of director Dr. Gary Aston-Jones. Since then, Aston-Jones has been creating centers for neuroscience research and investing in both talent and technology under the institute’s umbrella. Oct 4 2019

Rutgers' new Brain Health Institute director gives interview

The Rutgers Brain Health Institute has appointed Dr. David H. Zald as the director of the new Center for Advanced Human Brain Imaging Research (CAHBIR), which will open its doors in Fall 2020.Oct 2 2019

Rutgers enters public-private partnership with RWJBarnabas Health

Rutgers University has recently entered a public-private partnership with RWJBarnabas Health, the largest, most comprehensive healthcare system in New Jersey. To fund the partnership’s educational and research missions, RWJBarnabas Health is investing $100 million initially, followed by more than $1 billion over the next 20 years.Sep 25 2019

Violence Prevention offices open in Newark, Camden, RBHS

The recently established Violence Prevention and Victim Assistance (VPVA) offices at Rutgers University—Newark, Rutgers University—Camden and Rutgers Biomedical Health Sciences (RBHS) will be expanded after a $5 million grant renewal over the next two years. The funds will also go toward expanding the current services available at the Rutgers—New Brunswick office, which has been around for approximately 28 years.Sep 24 2019

Rutgers launches 8 new studies for its center on gun violence research

New Jersey's Center on Gun Violence Research has been allotted $2 million in state funds. Part of the money will go toward eight new research projects across Rutgers.Sep 18 2019

Dean of pharmacy school gives take on industry, students still think University could do more

The closing of Rutgers Health Services pharmacies reflects larger industry changes, said John Colaizzi, dean emeritus of the University’s Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy. Sep 16 2019

Federal government moves to ban e-cigs, Rutgers physician weighs in

This past Wednesday, President Donald J. Trump's administration announced plans to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes in response to recent vaping-related hospitalizations around the country.Sep 13 2019

Rutgers study links depression with chronic health conditions in elderly Chinese-American immigrants

Two recent studies by Rutgers researchers found a link between depression and chronic health conditions in more than 50% of elderly Chinese-American immigrants. Sep 11 2019

Rutgers researchers break down asthma with new computer chip model

Rutgers scientists have developed a small research model that will help improve the understanding and treatment of lung-related illnesses like asthma. The technology, called a "bronchi-on-a-chip," mimics lung cells and can be used to test potential medications more efficiently than traditional animal or petri dish models.Sep 3 2019

Drug experiences may be harmful at EDM parties, Rutgers study says

Rutgers researchers recently studied the adverse effects of drug experiences of electronic dance music (EDM) party and music festival attendees.Sep 3 2019

Students weigh in on campus food waste at Rutgers

In 2016, Rutgers—New Brunswick produced almost four million pounds of food scraps from all of the campus dining areas combined, said Dorothy Lee, a School of Environmental and Biological Sciences senior and president of RU Compost.May 3 2019

Former inmate now works at Rutgers as peer health navigator for other recovering inmates

On August 27, Joseph Hughes, a Camden resident and former inmate, will have completed his first year as a peer health navigator for the Intensive Recovery Treatment Support (IRTS) Program.May 1 2019

Rutgers launches New Jersey center on gun violence

Yesterday, the New Jersey Center on Gun Violence Research at Rutgers University was launched, holding its inaugural conference, “Preventing Gun Violence in NJ: A Call to Action,” with speakers Gov. Phil Murphy (D-N.J.) and professional researchers.Apr 24 2019

RU Democrats host Town Hall with Congressman Frank Pallone

On April 16, more than 70 students attended a town hall with Rep. Frank Pallone (D-N.J.) hosted by Rutgers Democrats at the College Avenue Student Center. Muffin and coffee in hand, Pallone updated students and answered questions in an informal, accessible setting. Apr 18 2019

Rutgers prodigy reflects on 10 year experience taking college courses

Last semester, Ross Brown, 20, graduated from Rutgers with a double major in math and computer science. Unlike most students though, he has been taking classes at the University for almost a decade.Apr 17 2019

OIT team, students respond to recent Sakai outage

At 6:55 p.m. on Saturday, April 6, the online student platform Sakai went down due to server storage issues and was back up by 3:51 a.m. the following Sunday morning.Apr 16 2019

Panel on Indian feminism, caste system gives Rutgers new perspectives

The Rutgers University Working Group on Dalit and Adivasi Research presented a panel discussion on Dalit feminism and femininity at the Ruth Dill Johnson Crockett Building.Mar 11 2019

Rutgers pushes for scientific policymaking through new Eagleton fellowship

The Eagleton Institute of Politics just launched a one-year fellowship program that places recent science and engineering Ph.D.s within specific departments of state government.Feb 19 2019

Sen. Cory Booker announces presidential campaign, Rutgers professors weigh in

On Feb. 1, Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) announced his campaign for the 2020 presidential election. Feb 13 2019

Autism center at Rutgers focuses on community, takes multidisciplinary approach to outreach

After receiving a $4 million grant from the New Jersey Department of Health, Rutgers is now home to the New Jersey Autism Center of Excellence (NJACE).Feb 12 2019

Leslie Kantor discusses her role in public health, sex education

Leslie Kantor is no stranger to public health. The current inaugural chair of the new Department of Urban-Global Public Health at the Rutgers School of Public Health, Kantor has served in many roles with non-profit organizations. Feb 5 2019

Students at Rutgers share morning routines to achieve, succeed

Rise and shine: students at Rutgers share how they start their days during the semester. Jan 30 2019