January 6, 2010
In This Corner
Much More Than Salsa
From norteño to reggaeton, Latino music opens a window on the cultural experiences of immigrants to America
People
Beyond Calories
In confronting the obesity epidemic, scientist Thomas Hughes urges researchers to consider medical causes of weight gain
January 2010 People Notes
Ask The Professor
How do my credit card numbers get transmitted safely on the Internet?
This month’s expert, Ben Hescott, a research assistant professor of computer science, responds:
Behind the Mask of Parkinson’s
Researchers explore the communications hurdles faced by those with the disease and how they can be overcome
Lessons in Black and White
Nonverbal communication of racial bias on popular TV shows can influence viewers’ bias, researchers say
The Big Fat Question
After decades of love-it-or-hate-it diets, it turns out that it's time to make nice with the greasy stuff
Pandemic Responders
Cummings School receives major grant to engage in a global effort to thwart emerging infectious diseases
Briefs
Changes at the Medical School
Michael Rosenblatt steps down; Harris Berman appointed interim dean
High Honor for Philosopher
Daniel Dennett is named a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science
Trey Jumbo
Junior guard Colleen Hart is leading the women’s basketball team to new heights with her three-pointers
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