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Thursday, June 22, 2023 | |||
Hi, Emory!Whether you're looking for the latest research insights or in need of a new podcast, this issue has you covered. Discover how AI could be censoring the LGBTQ+ community, ways that an Emory postdoctoral fellow is battling future outbreaks of the bubonic plague, and how eye contact can indicate social disabilities. Plus, meet this year's Udall scholar — only the fourth ever in Emory history — and check out our summer spotlight Instagram series. Have a great weekend, Eagles! |
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Achievement Emory College student leader Vivian Liu named 2023 Udall ScholarVivian Liu’s courses, research and advocacy work have focused on preserving natural landscapes and uplifting marginalized communities. The Udall Foundation has selected the rising Emory College senior as a 2023 Udall Scholar for those efforts. |
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Research A medical entomologist battles bubonic plague in MadagascarAdelaide Miarinjara is a medical entomologist and a postdoctoral fellow at Emory. Her focus? To unravel some of the mysteries surrounding bubonic plague and its transmission in her homeland of Madagascar. |
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Conversations 10 Emory podcasts to listen to this summerInterested in expanding your horizons this summer? Listen to podcasts from Emory faculty, staff and students for captivating stories and compelling conversations. Check out new episodes and stay tuned for future releases. |
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Experience Oxford students explore history and culture of Georgia CoastOn a trip to Georgia's scenic coastline, a group of Oxford students explored the state's barrier islands and learned about the history and culture of the region. |
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Breakthrough Maturation of visual pathways spotlights early effects of social status on social developmentNew research from Emory and the Marcus Autism Center can potentially identify early brain and behavioral markers associated with social disability, which can inform early-intervention approaches to better support child and family outcomes. PhD candidate in neuroscience Aiden Ford is first author of the study. |
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Perspectives Is AI censoring us?Recent research from Goizueta takes a hard look at how the use of AI in social media could disadvantage LGBTQ+ users by failing to understand the context or nuanced use of the community’s lexicon. |
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Campus The joy and fun of finding ‘your people’ at Emory summer campsEmory Conference Services made its name housing gymnasts during the 1996 Summer Olympics and subsequently has burnished its reputation as an incomparable host. This summer promises to be busy for the professional staff and Emory students who serve campus guests ranging from musicians and athletes to future leaders and movie makers. |
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International Student summer seriesCheck out these virtual postcards from Rachel Kroger 23Ox 25C, who recently spent time in Japan conducting research and visiting iconic locations — including this snapshot from the Kenrokuen Gardens in Kanazawa. Follow @EmoryUniversity on Instagram to see what students are up to all summer long. |
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