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Because of their expertise and reputations, members of the UB faculty and staff are sought out by reporters who quote them in print, broadcast and online publications around the world. Here is a sampling of recent media coverage in which UB is mentioned prominently.
"We see it most distinctly in athletes. So much rest and so much withdrawal from society, a person deconditions. It exacerbates symptoms and causes fatigue."
Barry Willer, professor of psychiatry and rehabilitation science, in an article in the Montreal Gazette on Buffalo Sabre Tim Connolly's recovery from a concussion, which reports he was treated at UB's Sports Medicine Clinic.
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"It's not inconceivable to try and do that. Are we there yet? Probably no. But does the technology exist and is it feasible? Yes. And I think we have to, for the safety of people."
Rohini Srihari, associate professor of computer science and engineering, in an article in the Newark Star-Ledger on using Internet search technology to identify psychopaths before they commit atrocities like the Virginia Tech tragedy.
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"Younger people aren't really given penmanship lessons, or something along those lines. The way they hold the pen itself is not quite right in terms of the most comfortable posture, which comes with experience. Because of the lack of practice, the skill is somewhat going away."
Sargur Srihari, SUNY Distinguished Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, in an article in The New York Times on the impact the computer age is having on handwriting.
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