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Ohio State researchers explore new opportunities with U.S. Air Force

By Lauren Pond

The Ohio State University is working to advance and diversify its research partnerships with the United States Air Force. This autumn, a program sponsored by the Enterprise for Research,…

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Arts and Sciences alumni lead the way in suicide prevention

Ohio State psychology alumnus Austin Lucas leads suicide prevention programming, training, events and education for the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation.

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$1.47 million grant funds new Ohio State research on extremism

By Lauren Pond

Could persuading people to brush their teeth more hold the key to preventing insurrection?

From abortion clinic bombings to violent protests and coup attempts, extremism has played a…

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Invisible Injury: MINDSET Lab at Ohio State takes progressive look at traumatic brain injuries

The MINDSET Lab at Ohio State studies the diverse causes of head injuries and how to best recover from them. 

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Why children can’t pay attention to the task at hand

A new study co-authored by professor Vladimir Sloutsky brings scientists closer to understanding why children "over-explore."

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Ambivalence + polarized views can promote political violence

A new study co-authored by doctoral alumnus Joseph Siev and professor Richard Petty suggests that people go to violent extremes to compensate for attitudinal discomfort. 

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A new study by associate professor Scott Hayes finds possible value in class exercise breaks.

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Social media affects people’s views on mental illness

A new study by doctoral student Whitney Whitted finds that subtle differences in messaging can impact beliefs about treatment.

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Higher rates of arrest for Black adults with psychological disorders

A new study by doctoral alumna Briana Brownlow finds that at the same symptom severity, the risk of arrest is higher for Black individuals.