Expert Tip Sheets

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

War in Ukraine spurs medical and mental health crises for refugees and those displaced, UB physician and trauma expert says
3/18/22
'We continue to see the harsh effects of racial and ethnic disparities adversely impacting individuals seeking safety at borders,' Kim Griswold says.
How the invasion of Ukraine could affect the mid-terms or 2024 elections
3/10/22
Democrats will shoulder blame come November unless the situation rapidly improves, Jacob Neiheisel says.
Economic sanctions are becoming one of military conflict’s biggest weapons, UB expert says
3/7/22
The sanctions are the best of all bad options, says in international political economy expert Elena McLean.
UB School of Management expert available to discuss Ukrainian website hacking
1/19/22
Expect to see a rise in similar cybersecurity attacks in the coming years, says Dominic Sellitto.
With omicron spreading, UB expert provides mask guidance
1/7/22
The best protection is afforded by N95/KN95/KF94 masks, says Tom Russo.
UB sports law expert sees possible SCOTUS challenge to baseball antitrust status
12/22/21
Given the makeup of the court, it will be interesting to see if MLB’s 100-year-old antitrust exemption survives, Helen "Nellie" Drew says.
NYC gas ban: University at Buffalo energy efficiency expert can discuss law, its implementation, and whether other cities will follow
12/20/21
Nicholas Rajkovich says many buildings are already being designed to be all electric because of climate or indoor air quality concerns.
Starbucks union: UB experts available to discuss vote, labor in Buffalo, including consequential 2019 vote at local cafe
12/9/21
Professors discuss labor history in Buffalo, the influence of a local café unionizing in 2019, and why some left-leaning companies oppose organized labor.
Holiday sales could see double digit growth over last year, UB expert says
11/23/21
Some aspects of holiday shopping have changed forever though, according to Charles Lindsey, associate professor of marketing.
Talkin’ turkey with a UB nutrition expert
11/22/21
What to know about counting calories on Thanksgiving, why in-bird stuffing is a big no-no, and why it’s OK to have seconds.

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