New York Tech News
Exploring How AI Tools Can Improve Lung Cancer Detection
Research by Assistant Professor Robert Alexander, Ph.D., and student Talia Lilikakis assesses how AI tools can most effectively alert radiologists of the possible presence of a nodule.
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Faculty and Alumni Publish New Books
New publications from members of the New York Tech community explore topics and interests across the fiction and nonfiction genres.
Chemistry With a Side of Art
Chemistry student Makayla Napper looks forward to exploring her field while still making time for her creative hobbies.
NYITCOM-Arkansas Receives Two Grants for New Residency Program, EMS Training Initiative
Two Rural Health Transformation Project grants, totaling $3.7 million, will support health education programs at the College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University (NYITCOM-Arkansas).
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Eating to Lower Cholesterol
Nutrition expert advises which foods effectively counter high cholesterol levels.
Coaching Can Improve Weight Loss
Obesity medicine physician discusses how professional support can assist those looking to drop pounds.
Warnings About AI-Generated Misinformation for New York Voters
Marketing professor shares AI’s influence on election ads.
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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
A Flu Season Primer
A family medicine physician shares insight to help inform the university community about the flu and the importance of the flu vaccine.
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.