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Buckeyes get ‘goosebumps’ visiting historic sites in Alabama
Earlier this month, student-athletes from the Big Ten traveled to Alabama for a weekend-long trip. Part of the conference’s Big Life Series, the event took place in Selma and Montgomery, the epicenter of the civil rights movement.
New insights into HIV latent cells yield potential cure targets
Researchers used cutting-edge technology to reveal new insights into cellular reservoirs of HIV.
Scientists develop effective intranasal mumps-based COVID-19 vaccine candidate
New research has advanced COVID-19 vaccine work in several ways: using a modified live attenuated mumps virus for delivery, showing that a more stable coronavirus spike protein stimulates a stronger immune response, and suggesting a dose up the nose has an advantage over a shot.
Sports help kids develop important trait linked to adult success
Here’s another good reason for kids to participate in organized sports: They can develop the “grit” that helps them overcome challenges as adults, a new study suggests.
U.S. News & World Report ranks Ohio State among nation’s best hospitals in 9 specialties
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is nationally ranked in nine health care specialties, according to the U.S. News & World Report 2022-2023 “Best Hospitals” rankings issued today. It’s the 30th consecutive year that Ohio State is recognized as a leading health care provider in the United States.
Green tea extract promotes gut health, lowers blood sugar
New research in people with a cluster of heart disease risk factors has shown that consuming green tea extract for four weeks can reduce blood sugar levels and improve gut health by lowering inflammation and decreasing “leaky gut.”
Ohio State appoints new Kirwan Institute executive director
The Ohio State University has selected Ange-Marie Hancock as executive director of the Kirwan Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnicity, effective Jan. 1, 2023.
Established in 2003, the Kirwan Institute is an interdisciplinary research institute named for former Ohio State President William E. “Brit” Kirwan in recognition of his efforts to champion diversity at Ohio State. The Kirwan Institute researchers, affiliated faculty, collaborators and community partners conduct research to inform policies and practices that help create a just and inclusive society where all people and communities have an opportunity to succeed.
‘Smart necklace’ biosensor may track health status through sweat
Researchers have successfully tested a device that may one day use the chemical biomarkers in sweat to detect changes in a person’s health.
Engineering students build bridges to their futures
Students participating in ACCELERATE, a summer bridge program at The Ohio State University’s College of Engineering, gain immediate engineering experience – but the real benefits are more long-term.
