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Seven Yale scholars elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Seven Yale scholars from various fields such as neuroscience, public policy, medicine, theater, and mathematics have been elected as new members of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. This prestigious recognition highlights their significant contributions to their respective fields and their dedication to advancing knowledge and the common good.The American Academy of Arts and Sciences announced the names of the newly elected members, including individuals from Yale University, on April 24. The academy, founded in 1780, aims to honor outstanding individuals and...

Motion captured: ‘Symphonic’ installation draws on movement of its visitors

In a recent article by Lisa Prevost, the story of Yale senior Maggie Schnyer's innovative project comes to light. Inspired by the concept of a "noisy universe," Schnyer embarked on a journey to create an interactive musical universe using motion-capture technology.Schnyer, a Computing and the Arts major, was captivated by the idea of translating human movement into sound after reading about the discoveries of scientists regarding gravitational waves. Determined to make her project accessible to all, she set out to design an immersive installation that would use...

Lax Antitrust Enforcement Linked to Rising Hospital Prices

A new study co-authored by a Yale economist provides evidence that insufficient antitrust enforcement in the U.S. hospital sector is contributing to reduced competition and higher prices for hospital care.The study, published in the journal American Economic Review: Insights, reveals that out of 1,164 mergers among the nation's acute-care hospitals from 2000 to 2020, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) only challenged 13, representing an enforcement rate of about 1%. Zack Cooper, an associate professor of health policy at Yale School of Public Health and co-author of the...

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

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

'A place of honor': New La Casa murals celebrate Latin American cultures

Two new wall murals at La Casa Cultural de Julia de Burgos, Yale’s Latine cultural center, will be commemorated at a special program on Wednesday, April 24. The murals celebrate Latin American cultures and represent a significant milestone for the center.One of the murals, located in La Casa’s kitchen, showcases the diverse Latin American Indigenous communities sharing traditional foods, embodying themes of identity and connection within the Yale community. Rebecca Sosa-Coba, a Yale College junior and La Casa peer liaison, led the collaborative project, while Zoe Cire, a...

Curbing the Price of Novel Diabetes and Obesity Medications

Yale School of Medicine experts are shedding light on the concerning trend of skyrocketing prices for new diabetes and obesity medications. Dr. Kasia Lipska, an associate professor of medicine at Yale School of Medicine, has long been an advocate for affordable insulin pricing, an essential drug for individuals with diabetes. Now, she is directing her attention towards the exorbitant costs of novel therapies for diabetes and obesity.In a recent paper published in Diabetes Care, Dr. Lipska, along with Dr. Reshma Ramachandran and Dr. Kathryn Nagel, highlighted the pressing...

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

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

The Best Leaders Use Intuition

Lynn Tilton, the founder of Patriarch Partners, shared that her life changed when she followed her intuition, which came to her in a dream where her late father advised her, “This is not what I had in mind for you.” This intuition led her to dedicate her career to helping others and saving struggling companies, ultimately becoming the owner of the largest woman-owned business in America.Research supports the idea that intuition is a valuable tool in decision-making. Staff Sergeant Martin Ritchburg's intuition saved 17 lives in Iraq when he acted on a hunch about a...

A Better COVID Treatment for the Immunocompromised?

In a recent study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Karen S. Anderson, PhD, professor of pharmacology and of molecular biophysics & biochemistry at Yale School of Medicine, along with her colleagues, have identified a potential alternative to Paxlovid for treating COVID-19 in immunocompromised individuals. By combining molnupiravir with a new antiviral compound developed in the lab, the researchers have found a promising new treatment option. Anderson stated, "A combination of two antiviral compounds may be a promising alternative to Paxlovid...

Celebrating a half-century at Yale: the growth and impact of the ISM

The Yale Institute of Sacred Music (ISM) is marking its 50th anniversary with a series of celebratory events from April 26 to May 5. Established fifty years ago through a generous gift from the Irwin-Sweeney-Miller Foundation of Columbus, Indiana, the ISM has grown from humble beginnings to a vibrant international community.According to the ISM, the institute initially started with "one administrator, three faculty, and ten students." Today, it boasts "well over a hundred faculty, students, and fellows" who come together from diverse backgrounds to explore the ways in...

Whaling Logbooks Exhibit Opens at Yale Library

The 2024 Senior Fellowship Exhibit at Yale Library will showcase the "Whaling Logbooks: Records of a Maritime Industry" starting on April 29. The exhibit, curated by AJ Laird ’24, features logbooks from the Sterling Library’s Manuscripts and Archives Whaling Logs Collection. Laird, who has practical experience as a deckhand on sailing vessels, conducted research at various institutions to bring this exhibit to life.According to Laird, the logbooks in the collection were essential navigational tools for mariners during the 19th and early 20th centuries. These logbooks not...

1 gas station in cities throughout New Haven County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Apr. 20

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

Yale Experts Highlight Diverse Benefits of Exercise Beyond Weight Loss

Yale School of Medicine experts, including specialists from the Department of Internal Medicine, emphasize the wide-ranging benefits of exercise beyond just physical fitness and cardiovascular health.Dr. Gerald I. Shulman, a professor of Medicine and Cellular and Molecular Physiology at Yale, highlights the role of exercise in reversing insulin resistance, a key factor in various health conditions. He stresses, "Insulin resistance in skeletal muscle is a major factor in the pathogenesis of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease, heart disease, and obesity-associated...

Proposed Changes to Medicare and Medicaid Could Cost Thousands of Lives

"Proposed changes to the United States’ Medicare and Medicaid programs could lead to thousands of additional deaths each year, a new Yale study reveals."Proposed changes to Medicare and Medicaid, including raising the age of Medicare eligibility, could have dire consequences, as highlighted in a recent Yale study. The study, conducted by Alison Galvani, the Burnett and Stender Families Professor of Epidemiology at Yale School of Public Health, sheds light on the potential impact of these changes on public health.Alison Galvani emphasized the repercussions of these...

Novel study quantifies immense economic costs of mental illness in the U.S.

A new study co-authored by Yale economist Aleh Tsyvinski has revealed the significant economic impact of mental illness in the United States. The research, which integrates psychiatric scholarship with economic modeling, provides a groundbreaking perspective on the macroeconomic effects of mental health issues.According to Tsyvinski, the study found that mental illness costs the U.S. economy $282 billion annually, a figure equivalent to the average economic recession. This estimate, representing about 1.7% of the country’s aggregate consumption, is approximately 30%...

Office Hours with… Santiago Acosta

Yale's Santiago Acosta, an assistant professor in the Department of Spanish and Portuguese, recently shared insights into his research and personal interests in a Q&A session. Acosta, who specializes in modern and contemporary Latin American literature and visual arts, discussed his ongoing connection to his native Venezuela despite its economic and social challenges under an authoritarian regime.Reflecting on his research focus, Acosta explained, "My book project examines how culture and aesthetics engage in and respond to large environmental transformations....

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