What drives anger, and how does it differ from interpersonal dislike? These questions are at the center of Anger and Interpersonal Dislike, a chapter featured in Emotion Theory: The Routledge Comprehensive Guide (2024). The work reviews theory and research to explore the distinct causes, components, effects, and functions of these emotions. The chapter was authored… continue reading
A transformative leader in applied mathematics, Benedetto Piccoli serves as the Department Chair and Joseph and Loretta Lopez Chair Professor of Mathematics at Rutgers University–Camden. He has been named the 2024 recipient of the W. T. and Idalia Reid Prize. This distinguished honor, awarded by the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM), celebrates his… continue reading
Sound shapes our world, but what if our understanding of it is fundamentally flawed? Jeff Hawley’s Liberal Studies capstone, “(Further) Against Primary Sound. Account of Echoes,” takes on this challenge, diving into the philosophical intricacies of how sound and echoes are perceived. Building on critiques of Casey O’Callaghan’s Primary Sound Account of Echoes, Jeff examines… continue reading
Sleep disruptions are closely linked to neurodegenerative diseases, underscoring the need for effective sleep stage monitoring. Automatic Sleep Stage Classification (ASSC) has become increasingly important, especially with advancements in deep learning (DL). However, the opaque nature of DL models can hinder their clinical adoption due to trust concerns among medical practitioners. To address this issue,… continue reading
The Senator Walter Rand Institute for Public Affairs focuses on tackling essential social and community issues in Southern New Jersey. Renowned for its role in influencing policy through thorough research and data analysis, the institute makes substantial contributions in vital areas such as health and transportation. In this episode of the Recording Rutgers Podcast, Kristin… continue reading
Imagine uncovering the story of an 18th-century baker with a genetic anomaly—13 ribs instead of the usual 12—buried in a cemetery of nearly 500 unnamed graves. Benjamin Britten’s coffin stood out not only because it carried his name but also because it offered an extraordinary glimpse into early American life. From the design of his… continue reading
