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Clockwork |
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Psychologist Alan
Rosenwasser's basic research looks at the relationship between
biological rhythms and depression and substance abuse. Better
understanding of the effects of such disorders on the circadian
clock could one day lead to new and improved treatments in humans. |
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Investigating
Forensics |
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With the popularity of
such television shows as CSI, forensics classes are popping up on
many college campuses. At UMaine, Irv Kornfield, director of a
wildlife forensics laboratory, offers a course in forensic science.
Adding human forensics expertise is physical anthropologist and
policy analyst Marcella Sorg. Together, the researchers provide
real-life perspectives on the science behind the investigations. |
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Understanding
Tern Limits |
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A seven-year study by
wildlife ecologist Fred Servello is one of the first in the country
to take a long-term approach to understanding black tern habitat.
Research into the factors endangering the species is leading to
recommendations for management strategies. |
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University
Singers |
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The 64-member University Singers is renowned for its esprit de
corps, its role in student recruitment and its dynamic director, now
in his 26th year. Professor of Music Dennis Cox, known to students
and alumni as DC, is the high-energy, charismatic soul of the group.
Together, they make music on campus, in New York's Carnegie Hall,
and throughout New England and Europe. |
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Gone
South for the Winter |
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Brenda Hall is a leading
young scientist studying evidence of abrupt climate change that
occurred in Antarctica thousands of years ago. Working on ice sheets
at the bottom of the world, Hall and her team use tweezers and
spoons to hunt for those clues — bits of algae, shell or animal skin
— that are often "the size of cornflakes," yet monumental in their
meaning. |
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Power
of the Basket Tree |
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The ancient Wabanaki
basketmaking tradition is alive in Maine, perpetuated by a strong
commitment to cultural preservation by the state's tribal
communities. The University of Maine supports the effort with
educational outreach, economic development expertise and forestry
research. |
