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Making science relatable through journalism
Mollie Bloudoff-Indelicato is a science journalist who writes for such outlets as National Geographic, Everyday Health, and Scientific American. She was the #sciencechat guest on Wednesday, October 23, 2013.
October 23, 2013
Get the picture? New high-res images show brain activity like never before
In the middle of the human brain there is a tiny structure shaped like an elongated donut that plays a crucial role in managing how the body functions.
October 03, 2013
In a bad mood? Change the channel
If a war scene, horror flick, or some other negative image appears on the television, older adults will tend to avert their eyes.
September 16, 2013
Where to Go and What to Know about Social Media and the Web
Learn how social media users at any level can leverage the latest new media tools to communicate with the world; research topics of interest; build relationships and be more efficient while doing so.
September 13, 2013
Social Success: A Discussion of the Dos and Don’ts of Social Media
You’ve been using social media for years to keep up with your friends, but what about networking and trying to get a job?
September 06, 2013
#WelcometoCOS – Facts & Figures for the College of Science
In a special #sciencechat we look at some of the facts and figures of the College of Science at Northeastern University.
August 14, 2013
#WelcometoCOS – Facts & Figures for the College of Science
In a special #sciencechat we look at some of the facts and figures of the College of Science at Northeastern University.
August 14, 2013
Four weeks until school starts
Nick Polanchik, a rising second year biology major and math minor, was an Orientation Leader over the summer. On Wednesday, August 7, during #sciencechat, he answered questions about what students can expect when they arrive on campus in just a few weeks.
August 07, 2013
The work behind genome assembly
Deanna Church is a staff scientist at the National Institutes of Health where she works on genome assembly. She was a guest of #sciencechat on July 31, 2013 where she talked about how she got interested in her work, the challenges, and the victories.
July 31, 2013
Did You Know… A #sciencechat of fun facts
During #sciencechat on July 17 the @NortheasternCOS account tweeted several fun science facts.
July 17, 2013
Getting ready for college
Jeremy Casson, the interim director of Student Services in the College of Science at Northeastern University, tries to calm the nerves of some incoming students.
June 26, 2013
Science of Success — Why are people actually successful?
Albert-László Barabási fielded questions about how someone or something becomes successful - it's not always because he or it is the best.
June 19, 2013
The fruits of undergraduate research
The Interdisciplinary Affective Science Laboratory had approximately 100 undergraduates working in it this year.
June 12, 2013
Genetics, communications, and advice from @girlscientist
Chris Gunter, aka @girlscientist, was the #sciencechat guest on June 5, 2013.
June 05, 2013