Voices of Excellence

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Voices of Excellence

The Ohio State University history professor David Staley interviews fellow researchers about their work.

  1. HÁ 6 DIAS

    I am a Storm Chaser: Jana Houser and the Study of Tornados

    Dr. Jana Houser, an Associate Professor of Geography and Director of Undergraduate Studies, discusses her pioneering research on tornadoes through the use of mobile radar technology. She describes to host David Staley the challenges of predicting tornadoes due to their chaotic and localized nature. She’s been a storm chaser and worked on the movie Twisters. She credits her passion for tornadoes with growing up in Kansas. Dr Houser will present at the November 3, 2024 Science Sundays. VoE – Janna HouserDownload

    32min

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    Exploring Shakespeare’s London with Christopher Highley

    Christopher Highley, Professor of English and Director of the Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies at The Ohio State University, discusses the context and findings of his most recent book, Blackfriars in Early Modern London. He highlights his extensive knowledge of the historical and cultural landscape of London during the time of Shakespeare. He describes the opportunities The Ohio State University has for students who want to learn more about this subject both at the university and overseas. Highley also tells host David Staley about the exciting initiatives through the Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies, which range from symposiums and research talks to fencing and falconry exhibitions. VOE-Highley-1Download

    34min

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    Elizabeth Renker: Discovering and Recovering Sarah Piatt

    Elizabeth Renker, Professor of English at The Ohio State University, discusses her work in “Discovering Sarah Piatt“, a podcast and recovery project aimed at reclaiming the legacy of 19th-century poet Sarah Piatt, who was once a famous poet but faded into obscurity due to shifts in literary canon. Renker faced challenges in recovering Piatt’s work, such as incomplete archives and lost manuscripts but persevered to make her poems accessible through a digital humanities project. Renker gives glimpses of her forthcoming biography of Piatt, her views on the evolving nature of English departments, and her award-winning teaching methodologies. VoE_Renker-PodcastDownload

    34min

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    Andréa G Grottoli: Will Coral Reefs Survive?

    Andréa Grottoli, Distinguished Professor of Earth Sciences, discusses her research on and the future of coral reefs with host David Staley. Grottoli shares insights into coral biology, the impacts of climate change on coral reefs, and the significance of coral ecosystems to the economy and environment. She specializes in coral resilience, the traits that enable some corals to survive environmental stressors. She has co-created innovative technologies, such as the UZELA device, to enhance coral survival. Listen in to see what the future might be. Andrea-Grottoli-PodcastDownload

    28min

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    “Who Was Your Favorite Guest?”: ASC Podcasters Talk Shop

    Voices host David Staley is joined by podcasters from the College of Arts and Sciences: Kayley DeLong – Shakespeare in the “Post”Colonies, Jim Phelan – Project Narrative, Elizabeth Renker – Discovering Sarah Piatt, and Elise Robbins – Nouvelle Nouvelle. They describe their podcasts and discuss whether podcasting can be considered a form of scholarship. The conversation explores the democratization of knowledge through podcasts, challenges in making academic work accessible, and the interdisciplinary and collaborative benefits of podcasting. They also discuss notable guests and episodes, audience engagement, and the personal motivations behind their podcasting ventures. ASC_Podcast_Panel_1Download

    36min

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    Julia Applegate: Creating a Film or Preserving History?

    Julia Applegate, Senior Lecturer at The Ohio State University, discusses her documentary film Free Beer Tomorrow. The film focuses on the historically significant and longest-running lesbian-owned Ohio bar, which was located near The Ohio State University. For her, it’s a story of the patrons of the bar and how they lived during the 1970s and ’80s. The bar served as a safe space for lesbians amid broader societal homophobia and discrimination. Voe-Julia-ApplegateTranscriptDownload

    31min

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    Christo Sevov: Pushing the Limits of Catalysis

    Dr. Christo Sevov, Associate Professor in the The Ohio State University Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, shares his research interests. Dr. Sevov explains the significance of catalysis, particularly homogeneous catalysis, and how it accelerates chemical reactions by using abundant, affordable metals like nickel and copper. He describes his research in polyvinyl chloride (PVC), its inherent instability, and the strategies his lab uses to make it more robust. Dr. Sevov outlines his lab’s contributions to pharmaceuticals, such as developing new tools for drug synthesis that reduce waste. VoE_Cristo-Sevov-podcastDownload

    33min

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    Michael Ibrahim and the Impact of the Timashev Donation

    Michael Ibrahim, Director of the School of Music at The Ohio State University, discusses the significance of the Timashev family donation and the design and features of the new Timashev Family Music Building. He describes initiatives such as the Global Black Music Studies Initiative and Opus 88. Ibrahim also elaborates on plans for expanding the school’s offerings, including a new music therapy program, and the importance of broadening their curriculum to include genres like hip hop and emerging technologies like AI in music. VoE-Michael-IbrahimDownload

    29min
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The Ohio State University history professor David Staley interviews fellow researchers about their work.

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    The Ohio State University
  • Criado por
    The Ohio State University College of Arts and Sciences
  • Anos de atividade
    2018 - 2024
  • Episódios
    203
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    Livre
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    Voices of Excellence

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