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Christopher K. Tong, MLLI, returns from a research award in Mongolia to inform his work in Asian studies

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“Historically, the Mongolian empire stretched from Asia to Europe, so there is intrinsic value to studying Mongolia from a humanistic perspective. It was also interesting to see how present-day Mongolians understand and represent this history, for example, the life and legacy of Genghis Khan,” says Christopher K. Tong, associate professor of modern languages, linguistics, and intercultural communication, who received the Council of American Overseas Research Centers (CAORC) award to participate in the Overseas Faculty Development Seminar: Climate Change and Public Health: What Does Climate Change Mean for the People of Mongolia? Continue Reading Christopher K. Tong, MLLI, returns from a research award in Mongolia to inform his work in Asian studies

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Susan McDonough, history, receives prestigious membership to the Institute for Advanced Studies to continue research on sex workers in medieval Mediterranean

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“I am incredibly energized by this opportunity to immerse myself in the archival materials I’ve been gathering concerning sex workers and their communities in the medieval Mediterranean,” shares Susan McDonough, associate professor of history at UMBC about receiving a 2024 – 2025 research membership to the Institute for Advanced Studies (IAS) at the School of Historical Studies in Princeton, New Jersey.  Continue Reading Susan McDonough, history, receives prestigious membership to the Institute for Advanced Studies to continue research on sex workers in medieval Mediterranean

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UMBC’s exploratory artist in residence Levester Williams examines history of Cockeysville marble in film project

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Since 2014, multimedia artist Levester Williams has developed a personal connection and exploration with a natural material that is a historic staple of Baltimore life—Cockeysville, Maryland, marble.  Go down specific streets in neighborhoods like Highlandtown, Charles Village, Cherry Hill, or Mount Vernon and you’ll see the ubiquitous, three-to-four tiered steps made of marble outfitting the exterior of many rowhomes throughout Baltimore, much of it from Cockeysville. Beyond the steps, you’ll also find the stone in landmarks such as Baltimore’s City Hall, the Washington monuments in Baltimore and D.C., and the 108 columns of the U.S. Capitol Building.  “The stone is… Continue Reading UMBC’s exploratory artist in residence Levester Williams examines history of Cockeysville marble in film project

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Three decades of student mentoring earns UMBC chemist Paul Smith the Braude Award

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Chemist Paul Smith has been recognized for him commitment to mentoring undergraduate students at UMBC for nearly three decades. Early opportunities “allowed me to immerse myself in research as an undergraduate,” Smith says, “so I think because of that, it’s always been important to me to include undergrads in the research that we do in my lab.” Continue Reading Three decades of student mentoring earns UMBC chemist Paul Smith the Braude Award

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Sandra Barrueco, psychology, and colleagues receive nearly $1M to train graduate students in culturally competent behavioral health services for underserved Maryland youth

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“There’s often a lot of underfunding of doctoral and master’s students to pursue mental health training and to work in the field,” explains Sandra Barrueco, professor of psychology and director of a nearly $1M grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration. ADVANCE/AVANCE Maryland is changing that. Half of the grant purposefully funds graduate students to prepare the next wave of psychology professionals to meet the needs of all communities affected by the national mental health crisis. Continue Reading Sandra Barrueco, psychology, and colleagues receive nearly $1M to train graduate students in culturally competent behavioral health services for underserved Maryland youth

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Partnership with biotech giant Genentech benefits UMBC graduate students

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UMBC doctoral students are reaping the benefits of an innovative partnership between UMBC and biotech leader Genentech. In year three of a five-year program, six students have received financial support and started conducting research with the company through Genentech Fellowships. In addition, many more students have benefited from regular contact with Genentech senior scientists through their on-campus lecture series.  Continue Reading Partnership with biotech giant Genentech benefits UMBC graduate students

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“Hidden” sex differences in neurological reward pathways suggest opportunity for improved psychiatric therapeutics

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New research shows sex differences in how mice process rewarding stimuli, with implications for behavior. “If you want to understand susceptibility and develop better treatments, you have to understand the mechanisms at these synapses,” Tara LeGates says. “You have to understand what’s happening, and you have to understand it in each of the sexes.” Continue Reading “Hidden” sex differences in neurological reward pathways suggest opportunity for improved psychiatric therapeutics

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China turns to private hackers as it cracks down on online activists on Tiananmen Square anniversary

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“As a China expert and open-source researcher, I believe the latest revelations draw the curtain back on a contractor ecosystem in which government officials and commercial operators are increasingly working together,” explains Christopher K. Tong, associate professor of Asian studies at the University of Maryland Baltimore County. ” In short, Beijing is outsourcing its cyber operations to a patchwork army of private-sector hackers who offer their services out of a mix of nationalism and profit.” Continue Reading China turns to private hackers as it cracks down on online activists on Tiananmen Square anniversary

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Rotting sargassum is choking the Caribbean’s white sand beaches, fueling an economic and public health crisis

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“The sargassum invasion has worsened since it exploded in the region in 2011. Forecasts and the seaweed already washing up suggest that 2024 will be another alarming year,” says Farah Nibbs, assistant professor of emergency and disaster health systems at UMBC, studies the intersection of critical infrastructure and disasters in the Caribbean. Continue Reading Rotting sargassum is choking the Caribbean’s white sand beaches, fueling an economic and public health crisis

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