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Ph.D. Student Uses Game Theory to Model Manhattan
Electrical and computer engineering Ph.D. student Helen Wu uses game theory to study the impact of congestion pricing in New York City.
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NYITCOM-Arkansas Receives $1.5 Million Grant for Maternal Health Initiative
NYITCOM-Arkansas will use the grant to extend its clinical services focused on rural maternal healthcare access.
A Passion for Games, a Vision for Business
College of Engineering and Computing Sciences student Cody Ortiz helps his father run a florist shop, an endeavor that inspired him to become an entrepreneur, too.
Intern Insight: Brandon Vasquez
This summer, architecture student Brandon Vasquez interned with Gensler, a globally recognized architecture, design, and planning firm.
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Psychiatrist Advises on Back-to-School Season
Director of the Center for Behavioral Health shares tips on overcoming the end-of-summer blues.
Canned Veggies are Healthy, Too
Nutrition expert comments on the benefits of consuming canned vegetables.
AI Chatbots May Be Increasing Your Grocery Bill
Consumer marketing expert shares how grocery AI chatbots may be inflating customers’ grocery bills.
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Spring/Summer 2026
Robust Research
Studies by three Ph.D. students may improve disaster response, recovery after muscle and bone injuries, and anti-cancer therapies.
Expert Insights
Helping Children Manage Back-to-School Anxiety
Cognitive neuroscientist Robert Alexander, Ph.D., assistant professor of counseling and wellness, reminds parents to know the signs of potential anxiety in children as the new school year approaches.
Supporting Children with Autism
For Autism Acceptance Month, Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy Alexander Lopez, J.D., OT/L, shares practical guidance to help parents better understand how to support children on the spectrum.
Physician Responds to CDC Vaccine Schedule Changes
Family medicine physician Shane Speights, D.O., site dean for NYITCOM-Arkansas, weighs in on the new recommendations.
Winter Weather Safety 101
Shane Speights, D.O., site dean at NYITCOM-Arkansas, shares tips to stay warm, dry, and safe during the cold months.
Brands Must Balance AI and Authenticity
As consumer behavior expert Colleen Kirk, D.P.S., explains, in 2026, marketers leveraging AI must remember to prioritize genuine connections and transparency.
What to Know About This Year’s Flu
As health officials brace for another active flu season, NYITCOM-Arkansas infectious disease physician Carl Abraham, M.D., shares what to expect and how to stay well.