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2019

September

Why Doctors Misdiagnose Autoimmune Diseases
Sep 30, 2019
Neilanjan Nandi, MD, an associate professor in Drexel College of Medicine, was quoted in a Sept. 30 Elemental article about the struggle to accurately diagnose slow-moving autoimmune disease.
California vs. NCAA: New Law Lets College Athletes Make Money off Names, Images
Sep 30, 2019
A 2012 study by Ellen Staurowsky, EdD, a professor in the Sport Management program of the LeBow College of Business, was mentioned in an Sept. 30 San Francisco Chronicle story about California Governor Gavin Newsom signing the bill known as the “Fair Pay to Play” Act into law, which ensures athletes at California’s 15 state universities are allowed to make money from the use of their name, image and likeness.
Recent Deaths Reignite Debate Over Regulating Kratom
Sep 28, 2019
Richard Hamilton, MD, a professor and chair of Emergency Medicine at Drexel College of Medicine, was quoted in a Sept. 28 FOX News segment on the debate over the safety and efficacy of the herbal supplement kratom. The story was picked up by local FOX affiliates nationwide, including WTXF-TV (FOX-29), WBDB-TV (Jackson, Missouri) and WAGA-TV (Atlanta, Georgia).
C-sections and Autism Rates in Children May Be Linked
Sep 27, 2019
Kristen Lyall, ScD, an assistant professor in the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute, was quoted in a Sept. 27 INSIDER article about a new study finding C-section births were associated with an increased risk of autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Smooth Talker
Sep 27, 2019
Robert Sataloff, MD, professor and chair of otolaryngology at the College of Medicine, was quoted in a Sept. 27 Slate story about remedies that could help to clear out mucus in the mouth and throat.
Fooding Forward: Getting Fresh, Excess Restaurant Food to Feed the Hungry
Sep 27, 2019
Evan Ehlers, a recent graduate of the Close School of Entrepreneurship and founder of the startup Sharing Excess, was included in a WPVI-TV (6-abc) story about his partnership with Fooding Forward that helps local businesses distribute excess food.
Please! For the Love of Food Safety, Stop Washing Your Chicken
Sep 27, 2019
A 2013 study led by Jennifer Quinlan, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was mentioned in a Sept. 27 Food Network story about the dangers of washing raw chicken.
New Federal Report Surprises: Philadelphia Poverty Down, Income Up
Sep 26, 2019
Mariana Chilton, PhD, an associate professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health and director of the Center for Hunger-Free Communities, was quoted in a Sept. 26 Philadelphia Inquirer article about poverty in Philadelphia.
Census Error Wrecks 2017 Philly Data on Poverty, Income
Sep 26, 2019
Paul Harrington, PhD, a professor in the School of Education and director of the Center for Labor Markets and Policy, was quoted in a Sept. 26 Philadelphia Inquirer article about an error in the 2017 Census that provided conflicting data on poverty rates and income.
Opinion: Opportunity Zones Could Put the Magic Back in Our City
Sep 26, 2019
Bruce Katz, PhD, distinguished fellow in the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation and director of Drexel's Nowak Metro Finance Lab, was quoted in a Sept. 26 Miami Herald opinion article about opportunity zones and South Florida.
Philly’s Fashion District And The Future of Shopping Malls
Sep 26, 2019
Joseph Hancock, PhD, a professor in the Westphal College, was featured in a Sept. 26 WHYY "Radio Times" segment about Philly's Fashion District and the future of shopping malls.
Greta Thunberg Has Likened Her Asperger Syndrome to a ‘Superpower’ — Some Fortune 500 Employers Appear to Agree
Sep 25, 2019
The A.J. Drexel Autism Institute’s 2017 National Autism Indicators Report was mentioned in a Sept. 25 Marketwatch article about companies hiring workers with autism, in light of activist Greta Thuneberg recently speaking openly about her Asperger's diagnosis.
With Pentagon Dollars, Drexel Seeks to Revive Philly’s Vanished Garment Business
Sep 25, 2019
Genevieve Dion, an associate professor in Westphal College of Media Arts & Design and director of the Center For Functional Fabrics, was featured in a Sept. 25 Philadelphia Inquirer story about the opening of a new space for the Center for Functional Fabrics that will house the Pennsylvania Fabric Discovery Center.
Drexel’s New 10,000-square-foot Center for Functional Fabrics Opens Today
Sep 25, 2019
The opening of a new space for the Center for Functional Fabrics that will house the Pennsylvania Fabric Discovery Center was reported Sept. 25 by multiple media outlets including Technically Philly. Genevieve Dion, a professor in the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design and director of the Center For Functional Fabrics, was featured in the stories.
State by State Not the Way on Pay for Play
Sep 25, 2019
Ellen Staurowsky, EdD, a professor in the Sport Management program of LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a Sept. 25 Times and Democrat (Orangeburg, South Carolina) opinion piece about two South Carolina lawmakers introducing a bill similar to the recently passed California bill, known as "Fair Pay to Play" act, allowing college athletes to receive compensation for their name, image and likeness.
Blame Climate Change — And Maybe Rats — If This Jersey Shorebird Goes Extinct
Sep 23, 2019
Nate Rice, PhD, collection manager of Ornithology in the Academy of Natural Sciences, was quoted in a Sept. 23 Philadelphia Inquirer story about the saltmarsh sparrow, a vulnerable species that could vanish from New Jersey in the next 20 years.
Keto Dieters Swear by MCT Oil for Weight Loss. Does It Work?
Sep 23, 2019
Stella Volpe, PhD, a professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Sept. 23 Philadelphia Inquirer article about the use and effects of medium-chain triglyceride oil, a favorite among keto diet adherents.
The Purdue Pharma Bankruptcy Case: What’s at Stake
Sep 23, 2019
Robert I. Field, PhD, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law and Dornsife School of Public Health, was interviewed in a Sept. 23 Knowledge@Wharton podcast about what is at stake in the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy case.
St. Christopher's $50M Sale Wins OK from Bankruptcy Court
Sep 23, 2019
The approval of the sale of St. Christopher's Hospital for Children by the U.S Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware to Drexel and Tower Health was reported by numerous media outlets on Sept. 23 including WHYY.org, Philadelphia Business Journal and KYW Newsradio (1060-AM). The written court order approving the sale is expected to be issued shortly subject to a few revisions to related documents.
Trump, Ukraine, Impeachment and Elections
Sep 23, 2019
William Rosenberg, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on Sept. 23 on POTUS XM 124 in a segment about President Trump, Ukraine, impeachment and upcoming elections.
Sally Miller, PhD: The Challenges of Bipolar Depression
Sep 22, 2019
Sally Miller, PhD, a clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Sept. 22 MD Magazine article about the difficulty of diagnosing patients with bipolar depression.
Why the Focus of Autism Research Is Shifting Away From Searching for a 'Cure'
Sep 22, 2019
Paul Shattuck, PhD, an associate professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health and director of the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute's Life Course Outcomes program, was quoted in a Sept. 22 NBC News story about shifting the focus of autism research from cure to early detection and support for health and well-being of adults with autism.
In Search of Upcycled Food That Actually Tastes Good
Sep 20, 2019
Jonathan Deutsch, PhD, a professor in the Food and Hospitality department in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Sept. 20 Engadget article about successfully "upcycling" food — using food byproducts to create edible alternatives while reducing waste.
Beloved Manayunk Peregrine Falcon Dies; Questions Raised over Cause of Death
Sep 19, 2019
Jason Weckstein, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and associate curator of ornithology in the Academy of Natural Sciences, was quoted in a Sept. 19 WPVI-TV (6-abc) story about the recent death of a Manayunk Peregrine Falcon.
When It Comes to Adapting Street Space for Pedestrians, Philly Needs a Better Road Map
Sep 18, 2019
Katrina Johnston-Zimmerman, PhD, a project manager at the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was quoted in a Sept. 18 Philadelphia Inquirer article about the recently released report from Lindy about the barriers to right-of-way (ROW) stewardship in underserved communities.
A Blueprint for Equitable Parklets
Sep 18, 2019
Katrina Johnston-Zimmerman, PhD, a project manager at the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was quoted in a Sept. 18 Next City article about the recently released report from Lindy about the barriers to right-of-way (ROW) stewardship in underserved communities.
Managing Pain and Opioid Use with Physical Therapy
Sep 18, 2019
Sarah Wenger, DPT, an associate clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was featured in a Sept. 18 WTMJ-TV (NBC-Milwaukee, Wisconsin) broadcast about using physical therapy as a safer alternative to pain management than opioids.
Philly’s Housing Market is Still Booming, Even as Recession Fears Grow
Sep 16, 2019
Kevin Gillen, PhD, senior research fellow in the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was quoted in a Sept. 16 Philadelphia Inquirer article about Philadelphia's housing market.
City Prepares to Transfer Philadelphia History Museum Artifacts to Drexel
Sep 13, 2019
Drexel was featured in a Sept. 13 KYW Newsradio (1060-AM) story about Drexel being prepared to help preserve the collections of the Philadelphia History Museum.
Taking Charge of Philadelphia History Museum Stays True to Drexel’s Mission
Sep 13, 2019
President John Fry authored an opinion piece, published Sept. 13 in The Philadelphia Inquirer, about how taking charge of the Philadelphia History Museum's collections stays true to Drexel's mission.
Medical Mystery: A Girl’s Red Ears, a Mother’s Intuition
Sep 13, 2019
Daniel Taylor, DO, an associate professor in the College of Medicine, authored a Sept. 13 "Medical Mystery" article for the Philadelphia Inquirer about a 13-year-old reporting redness and pain in her ears, despite nothing turning up in her initial physical exam.
AG Josh Shapiro Sues Family That Owns Drugmaker Behind Oxycontin
Sep 12, 2019
Robert I. Field, PhD, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law and Dornsife School of Public Health, was quoted in a Sept. 12 KYW Newsradio (1060-AM) article about the Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro, who is now going after the Sackler family that owns Purdue Pharma, the company that makes OxyContin.
Race Talk in West Chester: 'Who Is At Top and Bottom of Totem Pole?'
Sep 11, 2019
Karen Weaver, EdD, an associate professor in the Sport Management program in LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a Sept. 11 Daily Local (West Chester, Pennsylvania) story about a panel she served on about race and diversity in the West Chester community.
Is Your Company Socially Responsible?
Sep 11, 2019
Daniel Korschun, PhD, an associate professor and Stephen Cozen Research Scholar in Marketing in the LeBow College of Business, was interviewed in a Sept. 11 Knowledge@Wharton podcast about how corporate social responsibility has increasingly become an important component for businesses.
Tick Tock: Pennsylvania is Ground Zero for Lyme Disease, and One Drexel Professor is Pursuing a Cure.
Sep 11, 2019
Garth Ehrlich, PhD, a professor in the Drexel University College of Medicine, was quoted in a Sept. 10 Grid Philly story about why we're seeing more cases of Lyme disease.
Drexel Is Preparing to Take Charge of Philadelphia History Museum Holdings
Sep 10, 2019
Rosalind Remer, PhD, senior vice provost and director of the Lenfest Center for Cultural Partnerships, was quoted in a Sept. 11 Philadelphia Inquirer story about Drexel being prepared to help preserve the collections of the Philadelphia History Museum.
Souderton Area School District Contending With Ransomware Cyberattack
Sep 10, 2019
Robert D'Ovidio, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a WPVI-TV (6-abc) story about the ransomware cyberattack affecting the Souderton Area school district.
Drexel Study to Look at Tailored 'Talk' Therapy in Helping Ease Depression and Anxiety in CF Patients
Sep 10, 2019
C. Virginia O'Hayer, PhD, a clinical associate professor in the College of Medicine, was featured in Cystic Fibrosis News Today in a piece about her research on a talk therapy telemedicine treatment for cystic fibrosis.
Moth Appreciation: Insect Viewing Parties Spark Curiosity and Empathy for Otherwise Invisible Creatures.
Sep 10, 2019
Stephen C. Mason, Jr., a doctoral candidate in the College of Arts and Sciences and graduate research associate at the Academy of Natural Sciences, was quoted in a Sept. 10 Grid story about insect viewing parties.
Philly’s Design World Adores the City’s First Fire-Engine Red Skyscraper
Sep 10, 2019
Drexel was included in a Sept. 5 WHYY.org story about two skyscraper designs that Brandywine Realty Trust plans to submit to Philadelphia’s design review board in September for the Schuylkill Yards development.
Lawmakers Debate Making Changes to Nation’s Gun Laws
Sep 10, 2019
William Rosenberg, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on a Sept. 10 WCAU-TV (NBC-10) segment about a bipartisan group of lawmakers who are pushing for tighter gun legislation in Washington, DC.
Doctors Say Federal Rules On Discussing Abortions Inhibit Relationships With Patients
Sep 9, 2019
David S. Cohen, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a Sept. 9 NPR “Shots” health news article about how clinics who take federal Title X family planning funding are adjusting to a new set of rules that limit what the health care providers can say to their patients about abortion.
B.PHL Innovation Fest to Feature 'Broad City' Star, Netflix Co-Founder
Sep 9, 2019
Youngmoo Kim, PhD, a professor in the College of Engineering and director of the ExCITe Center was quoted in a Sept. 9 Philadelphia Business Journal story about the upcoming B.PHL innovation festival.
Trump Bashes Comcast and Then Joins With the Media Giant to Limit Civil Rights Suits, Law Professors Say
Sep 7, 2019
David S. Cohen, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a Sept. 7 Philadelphia Inquirer article about the Trump administration and the solicitor General Noel J. Francisco who filed a brief with the U.S. Supreme Court supporting Comcast in a highly contentious $20 billion civil rights case.
Hundreds of Climate Sceptics to Mount International Campaign to Stop Net-zero Targets Being Made Law
Sep 7, 2019
Robert Brulle, PhD, a professor in College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Sept. 7 Independent article about a letter titled “There is no climate emergency” – which has been signed by 400 people who deem climate change to be a myth. The letter has been sent to leaders of the European Union and the United Nations ahead of key environmental talks.
Power Moves: Benefits Data Trust Found its Next CEO in a Former Obama Staffer
Sep 5, 2019
Chelsey Lowe, coordinator of the Corporate Partners Program in the College of Computing & Informatics, was quoted in a Sept. 5 Technically Philly roundup of leadership changes in the region's technology sector.
Brands Come Off the Sidelines to Embrace Political and Social Causes
Sep 5, 2019
Daniel Korschun, PhD, an associate professor and Stephen Cozen Research Scholar in Marketing in the Lebow College of Business, was quoted in a Sept. 5 Washington Examiner story about brands coming off the sidelines to embrace political and social issues.
Philadelphia May Become the First City to Open Safe Injection Sites
Sep 5, 2019
Research led by Alexis M. Roth, PhD, MPH, an assistant professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, is mentioned in a Sept. 5 Rolling Stone article. The story reports that Philadelphia will soon find out if an overdose prevention site will open in Kensington.
Google is Promoting Climate Change Denialism on its App and Mobile Homepage 
Sep 5, 2019
Robert Brulle, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Sept. 5 BuzzFeed News article about the ways Google is aiding and abetting the promulgation of climate science misinformation.
Later Life, on Their Own Terms: How More Seniors Are Staying at Home
Sep 5, 2019
Laura N. Gitlin, PhD, dean of the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Sept. 5 Christian Science Monitor article about the opportunities and challenges for seniors deciding to "age in place" and remain in their own homes and communities.
Impulse Shopping Is a Mind Game You’ll Never Lose Again Thanks to These Tricks
Sep 4, 2019
Yanliu Hang, PhD, an associate professor in the LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a Sept. 4 Well+Good story about impulse shopping.
Trump’s Immigration Plan Could Be a Boon to the Flu| Opinion
Sep 4, 2019
Robert I. Field, PhD, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law and Dornsife School of Public Health, authored a Sept. 4 Philadelphia Inquirer op-ed about several new Trump administration immigration policies that could lead to a widespread and virulent flu epidemic this winter.
Building It Better Together: The State of Our Job Market Is Strong
Sep 3, 2019
Paul Harrington, PhD, a professor in the School of Education and director of the Center for Labor Markets and Policy, was interviewed in a Sept. 3 WPVI-TV (6-abc) segment about the state of the U.S. job market.

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