What to Read and Watch During Latinx Heritage Month
Books, films, multimedia—and even a Spotify playlist—recommended by members of the Tufts community.
Do We Deserve Our Punishments—and Our Rewards?
Tufts philosopher Daniel C. Dennett debates in a new co-authored book about free will, moral responsibility, and getting our just deserts.
Hard Lessons from the Pandemic in Rio de Janeiro
A survey by conducted by Assistant Professor of Sociology Anjuli Fahlberg and colleagues in a poor community in Brazil finds that economic uncertainty of the pandemic is top-most on residents’ minds.
Mentoring Undergrads in Math to Create STEM Opportunities
A summer program at Tufts providing research work in mathematics for underrepresented students yields promising results for the future of the field.
The Health Hazards of an Uncertain Job Schedule
Working unpredictable hours boosts your risk for chronic disease, and affects women more than men, says a new study by Mary Davis, associate professor, Department of Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning.
Faculty Focus: Fall 2021
Lorgia García Peña is the new Mellon Associate Professor in the Department of Studies in Race, Colonialism, and Diaspora; Amy Lischko is a new Professor of the Practice in the Department of Community Health; and Lawrence Uricchio is the new Youniss Family Assistant Professor of Innovation in the Department of Biology.
Birds Got Rhythm, Telling Us Something About How We Form Speech and Movement
Recognition of rhythmic patterns by zebra finches and other species may be linked to ability to learn and repeat vocalizations.
New Arts and Sciences Faculty: Fall 2021
An outstanding group of faculty will join A&S for the 2021-2022 academic year.
The Impact of Value-Based Mental Health Care on Racial and Ethnic Disparities
A study led by Andrea Acevedo, an assistant professor of community health, finds concern about the impact of cost-control measures of Medicare program.
The Sharpest Comedy to Watch or Listen to This Summer
Professor of English Joseph Litvak recommends podcasts and TV shows that’ll make you laugh — while they make you think.