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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in New Haven County in week ending Apr. 27?

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 30, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout New Haven County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across New Haven County in week ending Apr. 27

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 30, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout New Haven County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Four Faculty Members Honored for Commitment to Graduate Student Mentorship

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 30, 2024

Four Yale faculty members have been honored by the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS) with this year’s Graduate Mentor Awards for outstanding commitment to advising and student support. Sreeganga Chandra, Jennifer Allen, Marynel Vázquez, and Grace Kao were recognized for their dedication to mentoring graduate students at Yale University.GSAS Dean Lynn Cooley commended the winners, stating, “The Graduate Mentor Awards recognize our faculty’s extraordinary commitment to fostering the intellectual and professional growth of Yale’s graduate students. Each of the...

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Creating bird-friendly buildings — on campus and beyond

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 30, 2024

Yale University is taking significant steps to address the issue of bird mortality caused by building collisions. More than 1 billion birds are killed each year in North America due to window collisions, making buildings the primary human-caused threat to wild bird populations.The Yale Bird-Friendly Building Initiative has been established with the aim of promoting bird-friendly design not only on Yale's campus but also in communities beyond. A recent video released by the initiative highlights the urgency of the situation and the efforts being made to reduce bird...

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In the Early Steps of Cancer Formation, Timing Matters

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 30, 2024

Researchers at Yale School of Medicine (YSM) and their collaborators have made a significant breakthrough in understanding the early stages of cancer formation. By studying mice with a cancer-promoting mutation in their hair follicles, the team was able to identify the precise timing and location of the first physical changes that trigger cancer. This research, led by Tianchi Xin, PhD, Valentina Greco, PhD, and Sergi Regot, PhD, was published in the journal Nature Cell Biology.According to Tianchi Xin, PhD, understanding these early events could play a crucial role in...

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One Yale Student's Journey: From History Enthusiast to Particle Physicist

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 30, 2024

Barkotel Zemenu, a senior at Yale University, has taken a unique path during his time at the prestigious institution, delving into the realms of physics, foreign languages, and personal connections.Zemenu's journey at Yale has been one of unexpected twists and turns, as he reflected, "So many of these things were unexpected, but I’m grateful for all the pivots." Despite facing challenges such as remote learning due to the pandemic, he maintained a positive outlook, stating, “It was just business as usual."Delving into the field of physics, Zemenu made significant...

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Office Hours with… Mengfei Liu

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 30, 2024

Yale physician scientist Mengfei Liu recently shared insights into her liver disease research, her experience at Yale, and her interests outside of work. Liu, an assistant professor of medicine at Yale School of Medicine, emphasized the urgency of finding effective treatments for alcohol-associated liver disease, a condition with high mortality rates. She expressed her enthusiasm for pushing forward with her research projects in her second year at Yale, hoping to attract more individuals interested in basic science research to join her team. Reflecting on her move to the...

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Understanding Youth Nicotine Use: Factors and Consequences

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 30, 2024

Yale researchers have uncovered factors associated with multiple nicotine product use in adolescents, aiming to prevent escalation from single to multiple product use. Patricia Simon, lead author of the study, highlighted the negative consequences of using multiple nicotine products, such as increased nicotine dependence and mortality. The findings were published in the journal Preventative Medicine on April 24.The study, based on data from the Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health (PATH) Study, analyzed over 10,000 individuals aged 12 to 17. Ralitza Gueorguieva, a...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Middlesex County in week ending Apr. 27?

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 29, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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James Forbes and Barbara Brown Taylor to Speak at ISM's 50th Anniversary Hymn Festival

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 29, 2024

The Yale Institute of Sacred Music will be hosting an ecumenical hymn festival in celebration of its 50th anniversary on Sunday, May 5 at Woolsey Hall. The event will feature a community choir of 300 voices singing hymns themed around "All Creation Sings," emphasizing the diversity of creation and our responsibility to care for it. Attendees will have the opportunity to join in singing beloved hymns such as Love Divine, All Loves Excelling, Just as I am, and All Creatures of our God and King.Leading the choir will be Dr. Felicia Barber, with the Yale Camerata at its core....

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Five Things to Know About… the Three-Minute Thesis Competition

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 29, 2024

Yale's Three-Minute Thesis Competition provides Ph.D. students with an opportunity to showcase their research and public speaking skills in a concise manner. Suzanne Young, assistant dean for graduate student professional development in the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, emphasized the competition's value in helping students understand their research better and gain confidence in public speaking. She stated, "This is really going back to the roots of public speaking, where it’s about you, your voice, your intelligence, and your quickness on your feet while...

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1 gas station in cities throughout New Haven County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Apr. 27

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 28, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout New Haven County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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SC Connecticut News area weekly mass times

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 27, 2024

The following parishes in the SC Connecticut News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Middlesex County in week ending Apr. 20?

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 26, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in New Haven County in week ending Apr. 20?

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 26, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout New Haven County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Yale Institute of Sacred Music Celebrates 50 Years of Studying the Sacred Arts

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 26, 2024

The Yale Institute of Sacred Music (ISM) is observing its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of studying and celebrating the sacred arts. The institute, which has grown into an interdisciplinary center for the study of worship and sacred arts across various faith traditions, was established in 1974 after being relocated to the campus of Yale University from the Union Theological Seminary’s School of Sacred Music in New York City.According to Mike Cummings, the ISM has flourished over the years, evolving into a vibrant community of students, faculty, and staff...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Middlesex County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Apr. 20

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 25, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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"Nature’s Sanctuary": Ethiopian Church Forests, a Beacon of Hope for Environmental Conservation

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 25, 2024

The Council on African Studies at the Yale MacMillan Center recently hosted an event titled "‘Nature’s Sanctuary’: Ethiopian Church Forests and the Interplay of Religion and Ecology" to celebrate Earth Day 2024. The event featured an exhibition of photographs by Scottish non-fiction photographer Kieran Dodds, showcasing the story of ecological crisis and hope in preserving ancient forests in Ethiopia.During the event, council member Kyama Mugambi moderated a conversation between Dodds and Ethiopian conservationist Dr. Alemayehu Wassie Eshete. Cantors from the Ethiopian...

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Preparing People with Sensory Sensitivities for Noisy Cicadas

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 25, 2024

A recently published essay co-authored by Yale School of Public Health (YSPH) student Nathan Carroll, MPH '24, has drawn attention to the upcoming emergence of two broods of cicadas that are expected to create a cacophony of buzzing sounds this spring. Carroll and his co-authors highlighted the potential impact of the cicadas on individuals with sensory sensitivities, particularly those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).Carroll emphasized the significance of considering the interplay between the environment, mental health, and vulnerable populations in light of the...

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'Significant strides’ for Center for Quantum Dynamics on Modular Quantum Devices

By SC Connecticut News | Apr 25, 2024

Yale University's Center for Quantum Dynamics on Modular Quantum Devices is making significant progress in the field of quantum simulations for complex chemical systems. Victor S. Batista, the John Gamble Kirkwood Professor of Chemistry and director of the Center, highlighted the advancements being made, stating, "The Center is making significant strides in the realm of quantum simulations for complex chemical systems, utilizing cutting-edge programmable Kerr-cat and conventional quantum computing platforms."Batista further elaborated on the research goals of the Center,...