Rediscovering an 18th-century poet
Categories: Arts & Culture, Research & Discovery
The lessons of Chile: Strong central government lessens effects of earthquake
The 8.8-magnitude earthquake that hit Chile on Feb. 27 was many times more powerful than the one that struck Haiti two months ago, but Professor of Political Science Peter Siavelis says Chile has many advantages as it begins its recovery efforts. Categories: Global Wake Forest, Research & Discovery
Building for tomorrow: Students join forces to build Ugandan schools
In the spirit of Pro Humanitate, a group of students have created a Wake Forest chapter of Building Tomorrow. The international non-profit organization raises money to build elementary schools in Uganda, where only 50 percent of the population completes primary school.Categories: Global Wake Forest, Pro Humanitate, Research & Discovery
March 2010 Faculty Focus
Categories: Research & Discovery
Medical school study looks at fat, sleep
Not getting enough sleep may lead to more problems than just a lack of energy. It also could lead to an increase in fat accumulating around vital organs, according to a study by researchers at the School of Medicine.
Categories: Research & Discovery
Professor waits to hear from Chile
Professor Peter Siavelis, who used to live in Chile, is waiting to hear if former colleagues there are safe after a massive earthquake hit the country on Saturday. The University is not aware of any faculty or students who were in the country at the time of the earthquake.
Categories: Global Wake Forest, Research & Discovery
An environmental threat: Biologist makes the case for banning mountaintop mining
Selenium pollution from mountaintop coal mining is causing permanent damage to the environment and poses serious health risks, Dennis Lemly, a research professor of biology, told U.S. Senators in a briefing in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 23.
Categories: Research & Discovery
Being human: Professor’s new book explores perfection
Michael Hyde, University Distinguished Professor of Communication Ethics, will sign copies of his new book, "Perfection: Coming to Terms with Being Human," Feb. 25 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Wake Forest Bookstore.
Categories: Research & Discovery
Homegrown answers for Africa
Associate Professor of Economics Sylvain Boko, an expert in economic development in Africa, worked with more than 20 other development experts for his newest book, "Back on Track: Sector-Led Growth in Africa and Implications for Development." The book advocates a new approach to fight poverty in Africa from the inside out, rather than rely on outside financial assistance.
Categories: Global Wake Forest, Research & Discovery
Aiming at you: Advertisers hit the mark with targeted messages
PepsiCo's decision to launch an online cause-related marketing program rather than advertise during the Super Bowl has generated tremendous interest. The program centers around Pepsi's pledge to donate millions of dollars to social causes voted on by Pepsi "fans." Social networking appears to be providing a more cost-effective way to reach a larger audience with greater long-term impact than television. But is it a trend that's here to stay?Categories: Research & Discovery