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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.
“The evidence suggests that if you see the other person in this idealized way, and treat them accordingly, they begin to see themselves that way, too. It draws out these more positive behaviors.”
Sandra Murray, professor of psychology, in an article in The New York Times on the psychology of denial and the role it plays in everyday life.
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“Even though the benefits of eliminating the organ shortage are significant, many people have opposed proposals to pay for organs, a practice prohibited under present law in almost every country.”
Julio Elias, assistant professor of economics, in an article in The Wall Street Journal on the debate over whether people willing to give up a kidney for transplantation should be paid for the organ.
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“The problem is not that people use it too much. The greater problem is that they use it too little. People use if for a week, and then they are back smoking cigarettes.”
Lynn T. Kozlowski, interim dean of the School of Public Health and Health Professions, in an article in The New York Times health blog on Sen. Barack Obama’s use of nicotine gum to help him quit smoking.
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“He brought fantasy to restaurants the way Disney invented the fully themed amusement park.”
Mark Gottdiener, professor of sociology, in an article in The Wall Street Journal on the death of David Tallichet, a pioneer of the theme-restaurant concept.
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“If this is an unconscious preference, it suggests we don’t really have free will about certain important decisions. We don’t really make those decisions for the reasons we thought we did.”
Brett Pelham, associate professor of psychology, in an article in USA Today on new research that suggests your name can negatively undermine your goals.
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“I think really it’s a way of creating a source of identity as though you are part of a community that the rest of the world is not a member of. Is it OK for outsiders to use these terms even though the insiders have adopted them? My answer is no.”
Elayne Rapping, professor of American studies, in an article distributed by the Associated Press on the social, racial and gender acceptability of the use of the word “bitch.” David Fertig, associate professor of linguistics, also was quoted in the article.
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“If you’re going to have a speed-up anywhere, it’s probably safest to have it with laptops because that’s a more difficult item to hide something in. We didn’t see a speed-up with carry-on bags, so that’s reassuring.”
Rajan Batta, professor of industrial and systems engineering, in an article on MSNBC about a study by UB researchers that has shown that even if you’re in a very long airport security line, you’re going to be screened as thoroughly as if you had just a few people in front of you. The article also quotes Colin Drury, SUNY Distinguished Professor emeritus of industrial and systems engineering.
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“Parents are apparently not aware of the depth and potential severity of the alcohol or drug use. [Still], it is possible for parents to have a good idea of what teens are doing around issues of alcohol and drug use.”
Neil McGillicuddy, senior research scientist in the Research Institute on Addictions, in an article on Reuters Health that reports that despite the popular notion that parents are usually in the dark about their teenagers’ behavior, a UB study suggests that many parents are aware of whether their kids are smoking, drinking or using drugs.
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“Many patients have spiritual beliefs that affect their health and well-being.”
David Holmes, clinical assistant professor of family medicine, in an article in The Washington Times on the role of religion and spirituality in the care of critically ill patients.
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