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Newswise: Latest study reveals no one still knows what the Megalodon really looked like
2-Feb-2022 11:55 AM EST
Latest study reveals no one still knows what the Megalodon really looked like
DePaul University

A new scientific study shows that all previously proposed body forms of the gigantic Megalodon, or megatooth shark, which lived nearly worldwide roughly 15-3.6 million years ago, remain in the realm of speculations.

Released: 12-Jan-2022 3:05 PM EST
Self-help recovery homes protect residents from COVID infection, death
DePaul University

Living in an Oxford House recovery home can protect at-risk populations from COVID-19, according to new research from DePaul University.

Released: 22-Oct-2021 11:55 AM EDT
Racial disparities in flu mortality persist in many large U.S. cities
DePaul University

As flu season approaches, public health officials are urging people to get a flu shot. Many communities of color are at higher risk of death from both influenza and COVID-19, says DePaul University health sciences faculty member Julia Lippert, and outcomes vary across the largest cities in the United States.

Released: 5-Oct-2021 5:20 PM EDT
Untreated depression in pregnant people linked to poor birth outcomes
DePaul University

Untreated depression in pregnant people is strongly linked to low birth weight and preterm birth, with Black pregnant people suffering worse outcomes than their white peers, according to a new meta-analysis led by Shannon Simonovich, assistant professor at DePaul University’s School of Nursing.

Released: 26-Aug-2021 4:05 PM EDT
Clutter’s real effect on mental health, productivity in the office
DePaul University

Office clutter, such as extra papers, supplies or trash, can be a frustrating nuisance. Joseph Ferrari, a social-community psychologist at DePaul University, said it also can have a very real negative effect on mental health and productivity.

Released: 26-Aug-2021 2:50 PM EDT
Experts available to discuss 20th anniversary of 9/11
DePaul University

As the United States approaches the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks in 2001, DePaul University faculty and experts are available to give commentary and insight. Their expertise is wide-ranging, including foreign relations, diplomacy, history and religion.

Released: 9-Aug-2021 4:35 PM EDT
Researcher Seeks Solutions for Difficult Search-and-Recovery Efforts
DePaul University

The tragic collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium in Surfside, Florida, and the difficult recovery efforts that ensued, left many people wondering whether there could be a quicker and safer way to search for survivors and recover victims.

Released: 16-Jul-2021 2:20 PM EDT
Research: Gender Stereotypes Adversely Affect Women Job Seekers at Group Recruiting Events
DePaul University

Group recruiting events are common rites of passage for job seekers in a variety of sectors. New research, however, suggests that women may be at a disadvantage in these group interview settings. Gender stereotypes about assertiveness can bias a recruiter’s employee selection, according to new research that appeared in Contemporary Accounting Research.

Released: 20-May-2021 1:55 PM EDT
‘Brain fog’ persists among COVID-19 long-haulers
DePaul University

As people with long-haul COVID-19 continue to recover from their illness, neurocognitive symptoms may persist or even worsen over time, as reported in new findings from researchers at DePaul University.

Released: 25-Mar-2021 4:50 PM EDT
Comic book researcher: How the Marvel Universe reflects science and society
DePaul University

A new exhibition opening at Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry called Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes explores the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s evolution alongside society over the past 80 years. The collaboration between the museum and the genre makes sense, says Blair Davis.

Released: 25-Mar-2021 3:35 PM EDT
Black diabetes mortality higher that white rates in top 30 U.S. cities
DePaul University

Examining data at a city level can inform more targeted local policy interventions and programming to promote health equity, find researchers.

Released: 22-Jan-2021 2:35 PM EST
NIH-funded study examines mono, chronic fatigue syndrome in college students
DePaul University

A longitudinal study from DePaul University and Northwestern University followed 4,501 college students to examine risk factors that may trigger longer illness.

7-Jan-2021 10:30 AM EST
Megalodon Shark Gave Live Birth to Large Newborns That Likely Grew by Eating Unhatched Eggs in Womb
DePaul University

A new study shows that the gigantic Megalodon or megatooth shark, which lived nearly worldwide roughly 15-3.6 million years ago and reached at least 50 feet (15 meters) in length, gave birth to babies larger than most adult humans.

Released: 8-Jan-2021 4:45 PM EST
DePaul University names Brian Sullivan treasurer
DePaul University

Brian Sullivan joins DePaul University this month as it next treasurer. He comes to DePaul from Veolia North America, where he was treasurer and Senior VP of corporate finance.

Released: 8-Jan-2021 11:00 AM EST
Geoffrey Wiseman joins DePaul University as endowed chair of applied diplomacy
DePaul University

Geoffrey Wiseman, a professor, career foreign service officer and expert on diplomatic theory and practice, will join DePaul University’s The Grace School of Applied Diplomacy as its inaugural endowed chair in applied diplomacy.

Released: 26-Oct-2020 3:15 PM EDT
Data scientists in Chicago fill in gaps on race, ethnicity in COVID-19 testing
DePaul University

Thousands of people are being tested for COVID-19 each day, but collecting complete demographic information, including race and ethnicity, has proven difficult. Data science researchers at DePaul University have stepped up in Chicago to help public health officials fill in this missing information.

Released: 15-Oct-2020 12:40 PM EDT
DePaul University announces State Scholar Plus scholarship program for high-achieving students nationwide to earn a private university education at an attainable cost
DePaul University

DePaul University is launching the State Scholar Plus scholarship program for qualifying high school graduates who are entering college for the first time in fall 2021. State Scholar Plus provides qualified students up to $100,000 in scholarship funds over four consecutive years of undergraduate studies.

28-Sep-2020 9:00 AM EDT
Body size of the extinct Megalodon indeed off the charts in the shark world
DePaul University

A new study shows that the body size of the iconic gigantic Megalodon or megatooth shark, about 50 feet (15 meters) in length, is indeed anomalously large compared to body sizes of its relatives.

30-Sep-2020 1:00 PM EDT
Building an antiracist lab: Scientists offer steps to take action now
DePaul University

“Ten simple rules for building an antiracist lab,” is the subject of a paper by scientists at DePaul University in Chicago and the University of California in Merced. The paper is published Oct. 1 in the journal PLOS Computational Biology.

Released: 22-Jul-2020 5:30 PM EDT
DePaul University researchers address COVID-19 challenges
DePaul University

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, DePaul University has called on its scientific community to address challenges in the areas of disease dynamics, health diagnostics, security, preparation for testing, and clinical care related to the outbreak.

6-Jul-2020 4:50 PM EDT
Symbiotic underground fungi disperse by wind, new study finds
DePaul University

A new study published in the journal New Phytologist from a research team led by environmental scientist Bala Chaudhary at DePaul University uncovered previously undiscovered patterns in the dispersal of mycorrhizal fungi that could help ecologists understand how these beneficial fungi travel.

Released: 21-May-2020 12:25 PM EDT
Community psychologists: Agents of change
DePaul University

For decades, community psychologists have used their psychology training to identify solutions to challenging problems like neighborhood violence and undiagnosed illnesses across large populations. At the forefront of this field is Leonard Jason, a professor of clinical and community psychology and director of the Center for Community Research at DePaul University.

23-Apr-2020 1:00 PM EDT
Voting rights expert: Still work to be done in representation, access
DePaul University

The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guaranteeing women the right to vote was ratified by the states Aug. 18, 1920. During the 100th anniversary year of women’s suffrage, DePaul University’s Christina Rivers is available to discuss the significance of the movement, its relevance today, and the work still left to be done.

23-Apr-2020 1:00 PM EDT
Women’s suffrage expert: Power of movement inspirational, but fell short of providing access for all
DePaul University

The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guaranteeing women the right to vote was ratified by the states Aug. 18, 1920. During the 100th anniversary year of women’s suffrage, DePaul University’s Amy Tyson is available to discuss the significance of the movement and where the movement fell short.

Released: 17-Apr-2020 11:05 AM EDT
Fandoms and virtual engagement in a time of social distancing
DePaul University

With many people remaining in physical isolation due to the coronavirus, some are turning to old hobbies and even older TV shows to stay engaged socially.

Released: 16-Apr-2020 3:05 PM EDT
DePaul University experts available to discuss recovery, life after the COVID-19 pandemic
DePaul University

Recovery. Reentry. Reopen. Return. A new normal. Faculty experts at DePaul University are available for news media interviews about what comes next — after the COVID-19 pandemic. Does the world return to normal or will there be fundamental changes to how we live our lives, work, and travel; and how we are governed?

     


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