Ultraviolet rays may cause premature skin aging, BUSM research finds
Whether naturally or artificially, tanning in ultraviolet rays has been proven by research to be a cause of premature skin aging, according to a new study by the Boston University School of Medicine. Despite the results, several BU students said they are already hesitant of the harmful effects of overexposure to UV rays. “Tanning is [...]
Protesters oppose biolab as court proceedings continue
Several protesters stood outside the John Joseph Moakley U.S. Courthouse Thursday as proceedings continued in a case challenging the National Emerging Infectious Diseases Laboratories at Boston University, commonly referred to as the BU biolab. Inside the courthouse, a team of prosecuting attorneys argued that the National Institutes of Health risk assessment of the lab, which [...]
IBM officials partner with Boston, BU to grow ‘smarter city’
Boston University officials are partnering with executives from IBM and the city of Boston to promote better technologies for urban energy efficiency. Officials hosted a series of panels on Wednesday titled “Smarter Cities: A Roadmap for the Future” at the BU Photonics Center, focusing on how technology is helping cities run more efficiently. “The purpose [...]
BUSM researchers address diabetic neuropathies with therapy
Boston University School of Medicine researchers have discovered a way to relieve those who suffer from diabetic neuropathies from associated pain, according to a BUSM press release. The researchers, in conjunction with the Veteran’s Affairs Boston Healthcare System, performed a study to examine the effect of cognitive behavioral therapy on people with type II diabetes [...]
Online courses may lead to lower grades than traditional courses, study suggests
As Boston University’s new Council on Educational Technology and Learning Innovation looks to increase BU’s education technology options, students taking online courses are more likely to achieve lower grades, according to a new study. Members of the CETLI emailed faculty Tuesday regarding future educational innovations at BU, said Associate Provost for Undergraduate Affairs Elizabeth Loizeaux. [...]
