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Connecticut Highways Among Nation’s Safest
An analysis of federal highway stats indicates the roads in New England are relatively safe.
June 13, 2011 | Richard Veilleux
Opera Lovers: An Apt Phrase
Sociologist Claudio Benzecry's research on opera-goers revealed a falling-in-love narrative.
June 10, 2011 | Karen A. Grava, CLAS Today
Lyme Disease – Why Do Some Fare Better than Others?
A Health Center researcher says genetic variation may affect the risk of Lyme infection.
June 8, 2011 | Jim H. Smith
Practice Makes Perfect – And Helps Avoid Unnecessary Exams
Cardiac computed tomography angiography (CTA) is the use of CT to evaluate the coronary arteries for atherosclerotic disease, the number one cause of death in the U.S. “A technologist has one chance to do a cardiac CTA image correctly due to the radiation and intravenous contrast dose,” says Yang. “If you do a cardiac CT […]
June 7, 2011 | Carolyn Pennington
Grip Strength Is Good Indicator of Overall Health
A UConn researcher says grip strength can even predict health outcomes.
June 6, 2011 | Colin Poitras
Telenovelas: Dangerous but Popular Fare
A book edited by Diana Rios finds that Spanish-language soap operas send the wrong messages.
June 3, 2011 | Karen A. Grava, CLAS Today
Drilling Down to Predict Earthquakes
A UConn geologist is heading back to Japan to learn more about how major earthquakes occur.
June 2, 2011 | Cindy Weiss, CLAS Today
Neag Math Duo Decodes Language Barriers to Math Reasoning
Two education faculty developed ways to help English language learners solve math problems.
June 1, 2011 | Stephanie Summers
Fish Oil May Reduce Postpartum Depression Symptoms
The omega-3 in fish oil may be beneficial if taken during pregnancy, a UConn study finds.
June 1, 2011 | Colin Poitras
UConn Receives National Recognition for Community Service
The University was honored for its strong commitment to service.
May 25, 2011 | Combined Reports