Expert Tip Sheets

Commentary from University at Buffalo faculty experts on breaking news and other events.

Expert: Misinformation about the election is ubiquitous. Here’s how to avoid spreading it
11/9/20
A UB researcher discusses how misinformation is impacting U.S. democracy, and shares tips for how social media users can identify these falsehoods.
5 tips for managing election stress
11/6/20
UB psychologist Mark Seery says instead of trying to avoid election-related stress, it's possible to think about and approach stress differently.
UB social work researcher calls for mental health responders operating independent of police departments
10/29/20
Most police officers are not trained to handle mental health calls in a non-violent manner, says Diane Elze, associate professor in UB's School of Social Work.
Could adjuvants play a role in developing a successful COVID-19 vaccine?
10/20/20
Adjuvants, agents that enhance the immune response to foreign molecules, will likely play a role in developing a successful COVID-19 vaccine.
Eviction was a problem long before the pandemic’s arrival
10/14/20
The pandemic shows that resources are needed to help renters avoid eviction, just as the 2008 financial crisis demonstrated the need to help homeowners avoid foreclosure, says UB expert.
Election looks ‘bleak’ for Trump, GOP, UB political scientist says
10/9/20
Absent a major reversal of fortune or post-election shenanigans, Antoine Yoshinaka expects a massive victory for Democrats.
Expert: How geotagged content is used in research
10/7/20
Researcher Yingjie Hu explains how geotagged social media posts can aid studies, and discusses issues surrounding the use of such data.
Leading hepatitis C researcher at UB was mentored by Nobel Prize winner
10/5/20
Andrew Talal, professor in the Department of Medicine, notes similarities between HCV and COVID-19.
Have a happy (safe) Halloween
9/25/20
Celebrating Halloween during the pandemic will definitely be different but it’s still possible to have fun while staying safe, say UB pediatric infectious disease specialists.
‘Toxic masculinity,’ ‘culture of racism’ killed Daniel Prude, Buffalo law professor says
9/8/20
Civil rights law expert Athena Mutua says its time invest in healthy, sustainable and resilient communities.

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The views and opinions expressed by faculty in commentary to news media are based on their scholarship and/or research and do not represent the official positions of the University at Buffalo.