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Rutgers professor explains Trump's second impeachment

The U.S. House of Representatives impeached President Donald J. Trump on Jan. 13 for “incitement of insurrection” against the government following the Jan. 6 attacks on the U.S. Capitol, according to an article from The New York Times.16 hours ago

Faculty discuss Population Aging Concentration at Rutgers School of Public Health

The Rutgers School of Public Health recently launched the Population Aging Concentration within the Department of Health Behavior, Society and Policy. Dec 10

Rutgers Business School develops graduate program to offer flexible course options

Rutgers Business School recently launched the Rutgers Stackable Business Innovation Program (rSBI), which allows students to take a wide variety of graduate-level courses without the commitment of a master’s degree program, said Lei Lei, dean of Rutgers Business School and professor in the Department of Supply Chain Management.Dec 10

Murphy gives update on NJ's pandemic response

Gov. Phil Murphy (D-N.J.) held a press conference yesterday to provide updates on statewide coronavirus disease (COVID-19) contact tracing efforts and his conversation with President-elect Joe Biden. Dec 8

Murphy discusses coronavirus vaccine distribution at press conference

Gov. Phil Murphy (D-N.J.) held a press conference on Friday to provide updates on coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine efforts in New Jersey. Dec 7

Rutgers updates weekly coronavirus testing dashboard

Rutgers released its Weekly University Health Update with coronavirus disease (COVID-19) testing results from the week of Nov. 22 to Nov. 28. Dec 4

Rutgers professor discusses U.S. health care costs compared to other high-income countries

Health care costs in the United States are significantly higher compared to other high-income countries that are members of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), said Michael Gusmano, professor in the Department of Health Behavior, Society and Policy and director of the Health Systems and Policy concentration.Dec 3

Rutgers leads therapeutic clinical trial for coronavirus treatment

Rutgers researchers are examining a potential treatment via clinical trial for asymptomatic or mildly symptomatic individuals infected with the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), according to an article from Rutgers Today. Dec 2

Rutgers updates coronavirus testing results

Rutgers released coronavirus disease (COVID-19) testing results from the week of Nov. 15 to Nov. 21. Nov 30

Rutgers researchers discuss coronavirus vaccine clinical trials at U.

Rutgers is acting as a clinical trial site for the Janssen Pharmaceutica of Johnson & Johnson’s phase 3 clinical research study to assess the effectiveness of Janssen’s coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine candidate, according to an article from Rutgers Today.Nov 25

Murphy gives update on NJ's vaccine preparations

Gov. Phil Murphy (D-N.J.) held a press conference yesterday to discuss the progress of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine efforts in New Jersey and how they are being affected by the current presidential transition process. Nov 24

Rutgers expert discusses Biden's economic plans

With the economy cited as a top issue for voters in the 2020 presidential election, many are wondering what an economy under President-elect Joe Biden will look like. Nov 24

Rutgers expert discusses record number of women elected in 2020

The recent election resulted in a historic number of women being chosen to hold various offices, said Debbie Walsh, director of the Eagleton Institute of Politics' Center for American Women and Politics (CAWP). Nov 19

Rutgers expert discusses legal battles surrounding election

The 2020 presidential election has resulted in many legal allegations from President Donald J. Trump, said Ronald Chen, a professor at Rutgers Law School and expert in constitutional law. Nov 18

NBPD arrests individual for looking into residences

The New Brunswick Police Department (NBPD) recently arrested the suspect involved in previous reports of a male allegedly looking into residences in the Fifth and Sixth wards, according to a University-wide email.Nov 17

Rutgers professor discusses how NJ ballot design influences state politics

Ballot design is one of the most significant ways that political machines in New Jersey influence state elections and politics, said Julia Sass Rubin, an associate professor in the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy. Nov 13

Judge orders Rutgers to turn over financial documents after lawsuit from AAUP-AFT

A judge recently ruled in favor of the Rutgers American Association of University Professors and American Federation of Teachers (AAUP-AFT) after the union filed a lawsuit to obtain financial documents regarding Rutgers Athletics, according to a press release from the AAUP-AFT.Nov 13

Rutgers professors discuss potential for second coronavirus lockdown in US

The rising number of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases across the U.S. could potentially result in another lockdown, said David Alland, chief of the Division of Infectious Diseases and a professor in the Department of Medicine at the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School.Nov 11

Rutgers experts discuss disproportionate impact of pandemic on people of color

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has disproportionately affected communities of color in many ways, including a higher risk of illness as well as lack of access to healthcare and financial aid, said Debra Lancaster, executive director of the Center for Women and Work at the School of Management and Labor Relations.Nov 5

Rutgers expert discusses breast cancer screenings amid pandemic

With concerns of contracting the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), people have been delaying or canceling their annual breast cancer screenings, said Deborah Toppmeyer, chief medical officer of the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey (CINJ) and director of the Stacy Goldstein Breast Cancer Center.Nov 4

Rutgers receives grant to improve coronavirus testing in minority communities

The New Jersey Alliance for Clinical and Translational Science (NJ ACTS) at Rutgers was recently awarded a $5 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to help improve outreach for coronavirus disease (COVID-19) testing and expand testing efforts in underserved communities.Nov 3

Rutgers expert discusses impact of burnout from remote learning on educators

Given the transition to remote learning, educators may face “burnout,” a condition that develops due to prolonged work-related stress, faster than before, said Ann Murphy, director of the Northeast and Caribbean Mental Technology Transfer Center at Rutgers School of Health Professions. Nov 2

Rutgers professor discusses marijuana legalization

A constitutional amendment to legalize marijuana is on the ballot in New Jersey for this year’s election. Oct 27

Rutgers professor speaks on NJ's Reproductive Freedom Act proposal

State lawmakers and Gov. Phil Murphy (D-N.J.) recently proposed the Reproductive Freedom Act, a bill that will protect and expand New Jerseyans' access to reproductive health care services, according to a press release. Oct 20

Rutgers expert describes risks of flu season during coronavirus pandemic

As this year’s flu season approaches, health officials are concerned given the status of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemicOct 16

Rutgers faculty discusses cheating during remote instruction

Due to the increased use of remote instruction over recent months, concerns regarding academic integrity have become apparent among many institutions. Oct 15

Rutgers professor discusses project to manage NJ's personal protective equipment stockpile

Graduate students from Rutgers Business School have been working on a semester-long project regarding the supply chain of personal protective equipment (PPE) during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. Oct 15

Rutgers researchers find increased use of 5G networks may create inaccurate weather forecasts

A recent Rutgers study found that radiation “leakage” caused by the increased use of 5G wireless networks may lead to inaccurate weather forecasts.Oct 12

CAWP at Eagleton Institute of Politics creates Women Elected Officials Database

The Center for American Women and Politics (CAWP) at the Rutgers Eagleton Institute of Politics recently launched the Women Elected Officials Database, where you can find every woman who has ever been elected to a U.S. public office. Oct 7

Rutgers professor speaks on allegations of medical abuse, unwanted hysterectomies in ICE detention facility

Alleged medical abuses and unwanted hysterectomies at a U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility have recently gained national attention.Oct 2

Rutgers study finds children born to mothers with diabetes during pregnancy may age faster biologically

A recent study conducted by Rutgers researchers found that children born to mothers who had diabetes during pregnancy may age faster biologically and be at an increased risk for health issues, said Stephanie Shiau, an instructor in the Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology and lead author of the study.Oct 1

Rutgers professor discusses drug manufacturers' safety pledge for coronavirus vaccine

In an effort to combat the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, scientists around the world are working toward a vaccine. Sep 25

Rutgers expert discusses potential solutions for managing screen time among children

With many children participating in remote learning this fall, many parents have raised concerns about the amount of time their children spend in front of a screen.Sep 24

Rutgers holds virtual involvement fair

The Rutgers Involvement Fair, which normally takes place on the College Avenue campus at the start of the semester, was held virtually this year from Sept. 14 to Sept. 16.Sep 17

Rutgers students create application to inform public on coronavirus safety precautions

Rutgers experts discuss US Postal Service, upcoming elections

The financial concerns surrounding the United States Postal Service (USPS) have gained increasing public attention over the past few months.Sep 10

Rutgers professors discuss experience with remote teaching

Rutgers students are not the only ones having to adjust to remote learning this fall. Professors have also had to adapt to the virtual environment and face their own difficulties in the development of teaching plans. Sep 9

Douglass Residential College alters programs to fit virtual learning

Rutgers students share thoughts on remote instruction

Nurses share experiences from front lines of pandemic

Rutgers professor discusses importance of healthy sleep schedule during pandemic

Rutgers professor discusses air quality amid coronavirus pandemic

Monica Mazurek, associate professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, has worked in her field for more than 30 years. She spoke on the air quality amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.Apr 21

Rutgers professor discusses study on deep ocean circulation

Yair Rosenthal, a distinguished professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, recently co-authored a study on short-term disruptions of deep ocean circulation during warm interglacial periods. The disruptions can potentially have a serious impact on our climate, Rosenthal said.Apr 8

Rutgers professor discusses hurricane relief effort in Puerto Rico

Richard Alomar, associate professor in the Department of Landscape Architecture, traveled to Puerto Rico this past summer to help address issues left by Hurricanes Irma and Maria. Apr 6

Rutgers student working with NASA on research of red algae, how it explains life on Earth

Julia Van Etten, a doctoral candidate in the Graduate Program in Ecology and Evolution, is currently working with NASA on a research project that investigates how red algae can help explain early life on Earth. Van Etten works closely with her advisor, Dr. Debashish Bhattacharya, distinguished professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, and his team.Mar 30

Physics Teacher Education Coalition recognizes Graduate School of Education for 8th consecutive year

The Rutgers Graduate School of Education (GSE) has consistently been recognized by the Physics Teacher Education Coalition as one of the top schools nationwide for output of physics teachers. Mar 6

Rutgers Biomedical Engineers develop “bio-ink” that could be used for human tissue growth

A study recently published in the journal “Biointerphases” discussed the work of Rutgers Biomedical engineers in the development of their version of bio-ink, a substance made of living cells used in 3D printing.Feb 27

Filmmaker, Rutgers professor discuss gender issues in film industry

Recent controversial issues in the film industry, such as the lack of female nominees for Best Director at the 92nd Academy Awards, or the sexual assault scandals surrounding Harvey Weinstein and Bill Cosby, have sparked conversation about gender issues in entertainment.Feb 27

Rutgers community discusses presidential transition

Rutgers University named Jonathan Holloway as its 21st president on Jan. 21. Feb 17