March 1, 2022
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Vital contributions of women create opportunities at USF and beyond
“From the first settlers who came to our shores, from the first American Indian families who befriended them, men and women have worked ... -
The Stanford PhD student with a mission to graduate 10,000 Black engineers by 2025
Favour Nerrise wanted to be a brain surgeon when she was 10 but was conflicted. "Brain surgery looks cool. But how can we make surgical tools ...February 28, 2022 -
Ancient DNA helps reveal social changes in Africa 50,000 years ago that shaped the human story
Together with artifacts from the past, ancient DNA can fill in details about our ancient ancestors. Nina R/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY Elizabeth ...February 27, 2022 -
After the FDA issued warnings about antidepressants, youth suicides rose and mental health care dropped
The link between antidepressant use and increases in suicidal thoughts or behaviors among treated youth is unproven. FatCamera/E+ via Getty ...February 20, 2022 -
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Asian American Olympians often framed through ‘strict’ parent narrative. Why that’s damaging
The members of Team USA are thrust into the spotlight every Olympic Games, but when it comes to coverage of Asian American athletes, experts say the ...February 20, 2022 -
Girls still fall behind boys in top scores for AP math exams
Gender gaps in achievement for AP math exams may lead to fewer women in STEM careers. Mint Images/Getty Images Kadir Bahar, University of ...February 16, 2022 -
Trust comes when you admit what you don’t know – lessons from child development research
Kids figure out who’s trustworthy as they learn about the world. Sandro Di Carlo Darsa/PhotoAlto Agency RF Collections via Getty ...February 16, 2022 -
For bullied teens, online school offered a safe haven
Bullying happened more during in-person school than when schooling was online. FatCamera/E+ via Getty Images Hannah L. Schacter, Wayne State ...February 16, 2022
