Henry Brownstein, distinguished research professor of sociology at WVU, says despite initial reports of decreased street crime, other types of crime, like domestic violence incidents, may rise amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Research
The Research Office will host an Aging Research Virtual Networking Event April 15 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. via Zoom with the objective to provide researchers the opportunity to build a network of colleagues across colleges and disciplines that are or are interested in working on aging research projects.
Heather Stephens, assistant professor of resource economics and management in the Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design, notes an industry-structure reliant on tourism and oil and natural gas, and West Virginia’s lack of broadband access are key areas to watch.
Faculty and staff from the Eberly College and across the University have filled more than 10 pickup trucks, cars and SUVs with gloves, masks, face shields, goggles, shoe covers, overalls and lab coats and delivered them to WVU Medicine. Since COVID-19 has caused most scientific research to temporarily pause, supplies can now be used to offset a nationwide shortage of personal protective equipment, or PPE.
Usha Sambamoorthi, Interim Chair and Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Systems and Policy, School of Pharmacy has been named the recipient of the Faculty Award for Distinction in Graduate Research Mentoring. Jointly sponsored by the Office of Graduate Education and Life and the Research Office, the award honors faculty who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to the mentorship of graduate students.
The Office of Graduate Education and Life invites the WVU community to participate in the Three-Minute Thesis Grand Finale by voting for their favorite presentation today (April 2) until 8 p.m