University of Delaware Brings HBCU Students to Campus for Summer Engineering Research Program
The new Summer Engineering Research Experience at the University of Delaware is part of the university's dual-degree program with Delaware State University, which allows DSU students to earn both their bachelor's degree and master's degree in engineering in only five years.
Gilda Barabino Awarded the 2024 Carnegie Mellon Dickinson Prize in Science
Dr. Barabino, president of Olin College of Engineering in Needham, Massachusetts, has conducted extensive research on the understanding of sickle cell disease and orthopedic tissue engineering, as well as advancing diversity and belonging in engineering education and research.
Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans
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Four HBCUs Receive National Science Foundation Grants to Expand Their Research Ecosystems
The grant awardees are Hampton University in Virginia, Tuskegee University in Alabama, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, and Winston-Salem State University in North Carolina. The new funding will support the HBCUs in establishing research partnerships with other institutions and expanding their research capabilities.
Alabama A&M University Expands Its Global Research Footprint to West Africa
Alabama A&M University has recently signed a memorandum of understanding with Université Peleforo Gon Coulibaly (UPGC) in Côte d'Ivoire, Africa. The two institutions will partner together on various research, training, and exchange programs.
Andrea Hayes Dixon Named Chair of Federal Scientific Management Review Board
The Scientific Management Review Board supervises and reviews the operation of all scientific research programs within the United States Department of Health and Human Services. Dr. Hayes Dixon will serve as board chair through June 2026.
Study Finds Widening Racial Diversity Gaps Between STEM and Non-STEM Fields
While the overall representation of Black faculty has barely increased over the past 20 years, a new study has found a small increase in Black faculty representation since 2016. However, this is almost entirely due to an increase among Black assistant professors in non-STEM fields.
U.S. Department of Energy Recruits Xavier University of Louisiana to Participate in Clean Energy...
“This partnership means a lot for Xavier as our students will have opportunities to perform research at our partner institutions in energy storage and contribute to the goal of net-zero carbon emissions, becoming future leaders of this field,” said Dr. Lamartine Meda, professor of chemistry and material science at Xavier University of Louisiana.
National League of Nursing Honors Sharon Irving for Outstanding Clinical Practice Leadership
Sharon Irving, professor of pediatric nursing at the University of Pennsylvania, has conducted extensive research on clinical care delivery, particularly nutrition care delivery for critically ill infants and children.
Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans
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Roger Mitchell Named President of Howard University Hospital
Dr. Mitchell has extensive experience overseeing medical departments within the District of Columbia government and Howard University's College of Medicine. He currently serves as chief medical officer for the Howard University Faculty Practice Plan.
Black Patients Less Likely Than White Patients to Receive Diagnostic Imaging in the Emergency...
According to a new study, Black patients who visit the emergency room are significantly less likely to receive diagnostic testing than White patients, despite reporting the same symptoms.
NCCU to Launch Multidisciplinary Bachelor’s Degree in Formulations and Packaging Science
Scheduled to launch next fall, the new bachelor's degree program will teach students about formulating products to address health disparities and packaging products for delivery to rural or marginalized communities.
Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans
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Significant Increases in Homicides Partly Responsible for Racial Disparities in Life Expectancy During COVID-19...
From 2019 to 2020, the United States experienced a 30 percent increase in homicides - the largest one-year increase in over a century. A new study from the University of Wisconsin-Madison has found this increase was largely responsible for the widened Black-White life expectancy gap during the pandemic.
Living in a Disadvantaged Neighborhood May Be Responsible for Increased Levels of Prostate Cancer...
In the United States, Black men are significantly more likely than White men to be diagnosed with and die from prostate cancer. A new study has sought out to determine if living in a disadvantaged neighborhood could be responsible for this disparity.
South Carolina State University and the University of Gambia to Collaborate on Agricultural Research...
The two partner institutions will focus their joint efforts on advancing agriculture and sustainability within the country of Gambia, as well as prepare the next generation of Black leaders in environmental science.
Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans
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Solomon Ofori-Acquah Selected to Lead the Georgia Solve Sickle Cell Initiative
The Georgia Solve Sickle Cell Initiative aims to expand the state's sickle cell research and care, as well as enhance the clinical trials, therapies, and treatments at Children's Health of Atlanta.
Study Finds Social Factors Are Main Cause for High Rates of Dementia Among Black...
Latin Americans of African descent are significantly more likely to experience dementia compared to people of different ancestry. However, once results were adjusted for various social factors, the association between genetics and cognitive decline disappeared.
Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans
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Doctors Significantly More Likely to Use Negative Language in Post-Visit Summaries of Black Patients
Compared to White patients, the summaries of visits with Black patients were significantly more likely to include negative adjectives, such as unkind or stupid, as well as words associated with fear or disgust, such as attack or criticize.
Meharry Medical College Establishes Pathway Program With Department of Health and Human Services
"This memorandum of understanding with Health and Human Services will give our students and other Meharrians an opportunity to work with government and provide new avenues for the health equity future," said Jeannette South Paul, provost of Meharry Medical College.
Gadsden State Community College Launches Medical Assistant Program
“It’s going to be incredible for the students who earn a degree at Gadsden State. The degree will empower them. It will empower the community. Knowledge empowers people," said Dr. Susan Thrasher, director of the new medical assistant program at Gadsden State Community College in Alabama.
Sigma Xi Presents Its Highest Honor to Cato Laurencin
The Golden Key Award from Sigma Xi is presented annually to a member who has made outstanding contributions to scientific research and advocacy. The award is considered the society's highest achievement.
Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans
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HBCU Alumna Recognized as Chiropractor of the Year
Magen Henry began her chiropractor career studying cellular and molecular biology at historically Black Florida A&M University. She currently practices in Atlanta, Georgia, focusing on improving prenatal and pregnancy care through chiropractic methods.
Howard University to Build New Hospital Facility
Howard University will soon add a second hospital building to its existing Howard University Hospital. At a cost of $650 million, the new 200-bed facility will begin construction in 2025 with plans to care for its first patients in 2028.
Spelman College Establishes Research and Teaching Partnerships with Three Nigerian Universities
Spelman College has recently signed a partnership agreement with three Lagos-based universities in an effort to strengthen the educational ties between the United States, Nigeria, and other African communities.
Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans
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Study Finds Black Americans Experience the Highest Levels of Mortality From Air Pollution
According to a new study from Stanford University, Black Americans are significantly more likely than all other racial groups in the United States to die from exposure to air pollution.
Michael Bailey Will Be the First Black President of the American Veterinary Medical Association
Dr. Bailey, an experienced veterinary radiologist and educator, will serve as president-elect of the American Veterinary Medical Association for the 2024-2025 academic year. In July 2025, he will become the association's first Black president.
Diversity Among Ophthalmology Faculty Has Slowly Progressed Over the Past Fifty Years
Most notably, the study found increased racial disparities in the demographics of senior-level professorial positions. Black Americans and scholars from other racially underrepresented backgrounds were significantly more likely to hold lower-ranking faculty positions rather than tenured professorships.
Florida A&M University Appoints Two African American Scholars to Dean Positions
Florida A&M University has appointed Shannon Smith as dean of the School of Nursing and G. Dale Wesson as dean of the College of Agriculture and Food Sciences.
Ruby Perry Honored for Lifetime Achievement by the American Veterinary Medical Association
Dr. Perry is a professor of veterinary radiology and dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Tuskegee University. She has the distinct honor of being the first-ever African American woman board-certified veterinary radiologist.
Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans
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