Boston UniversityA reading and conversation with Romanian author Mircea Cartarescu and a celebration of the publication by Archipelago Books of the first volume of Blinding, one of the most widely heralded literary sensations in contemporary Romania, and a bestseller from the day of its release. The discussion was moderated by Delia Ungureanu, Assistant Professor at the University of Bucharest and Visiting Lecturer in Harvard's Department of Comparative Literature. This event took place as part of our "European Voices" series -- an ongoing series of conversations with artists and writers, activists and intellectuals exploring questions at the intersection of politics and culture. Co-sponsored by the Center for the Study of Europe and literary journal AGNI.
Hosted by the Center for the Study of Europe
October 16, 2013
European Voices: A Reading and Conversation with Romanian author Mircea CartarescuBoston University2013-11-06 | A reading and conversation with Romanian author Mircea Cartarescu and a celebration of the publication by Archipelago Books of the first volume of Blinding, one of the most widely heralded literary sensations in contemporary Romania, and a bestseller from the day of its release. The discussion was moderated by Delia Ungureanu, Assistant Professor at the University of Bucharest and Visiting Lecturer in Harvard's Department of Comparative Literature. This event took place as part of our "European Voices" series -- an ongoing series of conversations with artists and writers, activists and intellectuals exploring questions at the intersection of politics and culture. Co-sponsored by the Center for the Study of Europe and literary journal AGNI.
Hosted by the Center for the Study of Europe
October 16, 2013CTE Explained in 2 Minutes: The Science Behind Chronic Traumatic EncephalopathyBoston University2024-10-17 | Boston University is at the forefront of groundbreaking research on Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), a progressive neurodegenerative disease linked to repetitive head trauma. BU's researchers have diagnosed CTE in professional athletes, including football Hall of Famers, European soccer stars, and even military veterans, shedding light on how contact sports, even at the amateur level, can lead to long-term brain injuries.
In this video, as part of The Brink's special CTE series and BU's "Terriers Explain Stuff" series, BU College of Communication student Natalie Lett (COM’27) explores the science behind CTE. She interviews Michael L. Alosco, a leading researcher and associate professor of neurology at BU's Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, to dive into what the university’s experts have learned—such as how CTE develops, how it’s diagnosed, and its widespread impact on athletes and veterans alike.
Video Chapters: 0:00 What is CTE or Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy? 0:15 What causes CTE? Contact sports like Football, Soccer, and Hockey. 0:25 Who is experiencing CTE? 0:29 Aaron Hernandez's Brain Studied at Boston University's CTE Center 0:37 Boston University's CTE Research 0:50 Meet BU Neuropsychologist at BU's CTE Center, Mike Alosco 1:00 What is BU doing to get us closer to diagnosing CTE in the living? Behavior and blood 1:50 Learn more about Boston University's CTE Center and The Brink
Learn more about how Boston University is advancing our understanding of CTE: https://www.bu.edu/brink/series/cte-how-bu-is-changing-the-game/
#CTE #research #disease #brainhealthBoston Universitys Charles River Campus from Sunrise to SunsetBoston University2024-10-10 | Life on an urban college campus—in the heart of a major city—is anything but uneventful. From the moment the sun rises (and often before), an endless parade of traffic moves up and down Comm Ave accompanied by the sound of MBTA Green Line trolleys rumbling through campus. There’s the normal sprint to classes, labs, and offices, the racing from one end of campus to the other throughout the day—then it’s over before you know it.
In our mad dash to get from place to place, we rarely consider what a typical day on BU’s Charles River Campus looks like. Producer Bill Politis set out with his camera to capture the rhythms and vibes of an early fall day as it unfolds from sunrise to sunset, talking to some of the people who keep it all running like clockwork.
Take a look. We think you’ll agree, the campus has never looked lovelier.Former Student Athlete at Boston University Takes on Role as Athletic TrainerBoston University2024-10-08 | Since August 2023, Pietra Sweeney (Sargent’19,’21) has been an athletic trainer with Boston University Student Health Services. In addition to varsity, club, and student athletes, Sweeney works with ROTC students. Sweeney’s relationship with SHS started earlier than her time on staff—she was previously on the women’s soccer team, and loved the experience she had as a patient.
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#boston #games #pointsHighlights from the Inauguration of Boston University President Melissa L. GilliamBoston University2024-09-28 | As an estimated 2,000 people looked on, Melissa L. Gilliam was installed as Boston University’s 11th president at an inauguration ceremony at Agganis Arena on September 27. The historic event was marked by pageantry, music, and a nod to BU’s rich history.The Boston University Bookstore Recently Got a Makeover 👀 #bostonuniversityBoston University2024-09-27 | Check out the BU Bookstore's glow up- it's got plenty of swag you won't wanna miss. #hockey #college #merchMove-In Fail: What BU Students Forgot at Home #college #movingBoston University2024-09-27 | Packing for college can be chaotic, and BU students are bound to forget a few essentials! 📦 Parents, get ready to send those last-minute must-haves like wallets, phone chargers, and more. 😅 #BostonUniversity #CollegeLife #PackingStruggles #BUBlind ranking spots at Boston University 👀Boston University2024-09-19 | This student ranks five spots on Boston University's campus without knowing what comes next. #ranking #gameplay #bostonuniversityThis or That: Foods at Boston Universitys GSUBoston University2024-09-19 | What's the best spot to eat at the GSU? Check out what this BU student ends up choosing.
#foodie #thisorthat #gameHow Math and Engineering Changed This Student’s Life: A Personal StoryBoston University2024-09-19 | When most people think of robots, what comes to mind is probably something with a hard shell, likely made of metal or plastic—and maybe shaped like a human. But when Boston University mechanical engineering major Sarah Alizadeh-Shabdiz thinks of robots, she pictures a bendy, wiggly piece of rubber. Purple rubber. That’s because Alizadeh-Shabdiz (ENG’26) spent her summer doing research in BU’s Soft Robotics Control Lab.
Soft robots are just that: robots—or parts of robots—made from bendable, pliable materials, such as silicone rubber. Designers of soft robots often take inspiration from nature, looking at animals with naturally flexible limbs, like octopuses. The potential applications of their work are wide-ranging, from assisting with surgeries to engaging in search and rescue missions in difficult-to-squeeze-into places. In the Soft Robotics Control Lab, principal investigator Andrew Sabelhaus, a College of Engineering assistant professor of mechanical engineering, and his students are studying novel ways to improve how soft robots are controlled, as well as the fundamental physics underlying how they interact with the environment.
“Soft robots are understood in the scientific community to be inherently safer,” says Alizadeh-Shabdiz. This makes sense, intuitively: a robot arm made of soft rubber seems less likely to crush something than one made of hard plastic or metal. But it turns out that very little research has been done on exactly how much safer soft robots might be. Among Alizadeh-Shabdiz’s summer research projects was an experiment, funded by a grant from the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program, designed to measure the force one of the lab’s soft robot limbs can exert on an object.
In the video above, find out why Alizadeh-Shabdiz needed the help of Toys“R”Us to complete her study and how her love of mathematics inspires her research—and her goal of becoming a teacher.Creating a Safe & Welcoming Campus Environment at Boston UniversityBoston University2024-09-17 | Today, we launched a new website on Community, Culture & Civility, devoted to communicating about the University’s resources, policies, and practices that support a safe, open, and respectful campus community.Feeling superstitious this Friday the 13? Check out these spooky Boston University myths.Boston University2024-09-13 | ...Boston University Students Top Questions Answered | Instagram Q&A with TerriersBoston University2024-09-09 | Curious about the best late-night food spots or how to cope with homesickness? We’ve gathered over 100 questions from new Terriers on Instagram and tried to answered your most frequently asked questions. Watch as BU’s returning students and staff provide valuable insights and advice for navigating campus life and making the most of your time at Boston University.
Video Chapters: 0:00 Boston University Student introduces herself and video topic 0:16 Where can be find jobs on campus at Boston University? 0:35 How do I handle homesickness or being away from my family at college? 1:07 What's generally the menu like at Boston University's Rich Hall for a vegetarian? 1:32 Can we see Pilgrim House at Boston University? There aren't photos of the dorm. 1:49 How long has the mascot, Rhett, been around? 2:01 Where is the best spot for late night food at Boston University? 2:22 Name a spot in BU that has a scenic sunset view? 2:44 Can you step on the Seal at Boston University?
#college #bostonuniversityWhat are BU students most excited for this school year? #bostonuniversity #school #collegeBoston University2024-09-06 | Boston University students sat down and shared what they are most excited for for this academic year. Check it out!At Boston University Bug Club, Students Share a Love for InsectsBoston University2024-09-06 | Turning over a rock and seeing a swarm of insects would typically lead most folks to run away. But for the 40 members of the Boston University Bug Club, it’s a chance to lean in, educate oneself, and share an experience with other entomology enthusiasts.
Video Chapters: 0:00 Finding bugs as part of the BU Bug Club 0:40 What is the Boston University Bug Club? Entomology and insects 1:02 Passion for bugs 1:33 SPLASH tabling 1:48 Typical BU Bug Club meeting 2:00 Stereotype around insects 2:18 The education behind BU Bug Club 3:38 Outro
#insects #coolscience #biologyParents Say Goodbye to Boston University Freshmen | Move-In Day FarewellBoston University2024-09-05 | Last week, some 3,318 members of the Class of 2028 arrived on campus, many accompanied by their families.
It’s a ritual that never gets easier, from a parent’s oldest to the youngest. In the video above, parents express excitement, sadness, and a lot of pride as they bid their freshmen farewell.
Video Chapters: 0:00 Students moving in 0:10 Parents and students exchanging their thoughts and feelings about moving into college 2:37 Parents and students embracing and saying their goodbyes 2:58 Outro
#bostonuniversity #farewell #sentimental #familyAntibiotic-Resistant Bacteria in the Charles River | Boston University Research FindingsBoston University2024-09-04 | A group of Boston University students, led by undergrad Veronica Gates (CGS’24, CAS’26), have found high levels of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the Charles River—posing a public health risk. Guided by Dr. Sandra Buerger at BU’s College of General Studies, the students are tracking the rise of these dangerous bacteria. This hands-on research, funded by BU’s Center for Interdisciplinary Teaching & Learning, provides valuable lab experience while contributing to scientific understanding.
Video Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:32 The project topic: Researching antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the Charles River 0:42 Why search for this bacteria in the Charles River? 0:52 Antibiotic resistance: The concerns and public health risk 1:03 Undergraduate students getting hands on research experience 1:32 Data collection at the Charles River 2:00 Testing the Charles River water samples against antibiotics 2:58 The significance of this Antibiotic-Resistant research 3:29 Outro
#publichealth #research #scienceThe energy is 🆙 in #TerrierTown! 🐾❤️Boston University2024-09-03 | Happy #FDOC, BU.Calm Before the StormBoston University2024-08-28 | Quiet time in #TerrierTown before students return to campus. 😊 🐾❤️
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#Bostonuniversity #summer #bostonComparing Majors: Mechanical vs. Biomedical Engineering | Key Differences & Career PathsBoston University2024-08-28 | Mechanical engineering major Paul Ferrer (ENG’24) sees physics and math in everything around him, from air-conditioning systems to the weight-bearing capacity of structures and how planes take flight. For biomedical engineering major Arjavi Vyas (ENG’24), her academic world combines physics, math, biology, human physiology, and chemistry.
In this episode of Boston University's Compare Mode series, Ferrer and Vyas compare mechanical and biomedical engineering, discussing the unique academic challenges of their programs, diverse career opportunities, and even the surprising benefits of their homework. Watch now to explore the key differences between mechanical and biomedical engineering majors at BU.
Video Chapters: 0:00 Introductions 0:12 What does being a mechanical engineering major involve? 0:30 What does being a biomedical engineering major involve? 0:57 What types of careers are possible with a degree in mechanical engineering? 1:23 What types of careers are possible with a degree in biomedical engineering? 1:58 Where do you spend most of your time on Boston University's campus? 2:15 How much homework do you have as a mechanical engineering major? 2:31 How much homework do you have as a biomedical engineering major? 3:19 Outro
#engineering #engineeringstudent #majorOpening Remarks, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Opening Remarks by Associate Director Sophie Godley
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Poster Introductions, Room 613 A, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Poster Introductions, Room 613 A: Morgan Fleming, Elizabeth Bakhnov, Elizabeth Mutka, Matthew Freitas, Grace Oluwatosin Adebogun
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Poster Introductions, Room 613 B, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Poster Introductions, Room 613 B: Nicolas McMahon, Clara Garza, Madison Miranda, Isabella Roman, Melissa Taylor
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Poster Viewing & Discussion, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Poster Viewing & Discussion
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Sydney Ballard, 2024 Keystone PresentationBoston University2024-08-02 | Sydney Ballard - Facilitated Communication as an Intervention for Non-Speaking Autism Spectrum Disorder
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Brianna Spiegel, 2024 Keystone PresentationBoston University2024-08-02 | Brianna Spiegel - Thyroid Therapy: A Systematic Investigation of the Best Treatment for Hyperthyroidism
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Virginia Popov, 2024 Keystone PresentationBoston University2024-08-02 | Virginia Popov - A History of Breast Milk Donation and the Socio-Cultural Factors that Impact the Modern Milk Donor Experience
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Samuel Thomas, 2024 Keystone PresentationBoston University2024-08-02 | Samuel Thomas - Way Out: A Queer Horror Podcast
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Laurel Murphy, 2024 Keystone PresentationBoston University2024-08-02 | Laurel Murphy - Foot Voting in a Post-Dobbs World: How Young Americans are Fighting Beyond the Ballot Box to Maintain Reproductive Autonomy
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Taylor Coester, 2024 Keystone PresentationBoston University2024-08-02 | Taylor Coester - Amana: A Community of Inspiration, Steadfast through Generations
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Julia Kapusta, 2024 Keystone PresentationBoston University2024-08-02 | Julia Kapusta - Beyond Borders: Navigating Migrant Criminalization in the US Immigration System
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Ilana Keusch, 2024 Keystone PresentationBoston University2024-08-02 | Ilana Keusch - Symbiosis: Republican Presidents and the Federalist Society
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Jansi Patel, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Jansi Patel - Endometriosis: Identifying Associated Psychological Symptoms and Assessing Treatment Options
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Tori Keefauver, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Tori Keefauver - Using prairie voles to model the effects of social deprivation on microglia
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Madelyn Keller, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Madelyn Keller - Identifying the ‘Druggability’ Potential of Human Transmembrane Proteins
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Uni Valdivieso Wooldridge, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Uni Valdivieso Wooldridge - La Cocina Latina: An oral history of Latinx migration and diaspora recipes
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Madeline Riddick-Seals, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Madeline Riddick-Seals - The Blackberry Quilt | Stories of Friendship Street: A Cultural Preservation Project
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Dante Gonzalez, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Dante Gonzalez - The Language of Intimacy: Desexualized Language in Consent-Based Performance
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Edward Sturm, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Edward Sturm - Staging Catastrophe: Theatre Historiography and the Hartford Circus Fire
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Katherine Cardinale, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Katherine Cardinale - Voting Patterns Among Boston University Students
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Gabrielle Gewirtz, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Gabrielle Gewirtz - Analyzing the Partitions of 1947 and 1971 Through a Gendered Lens
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Miku Makino, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Miku Makino - The Glass Wall: Quantifying Challenges in Balancing New Motherhood and Employment in Japan
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Alex Shores, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Alex Shores - Heartbeat by Heartbeat: A Short Film on The Financial, Social, and Emotional Challenges of Pediatric Heart Conditions
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Ligia Mardari, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Ligia Mardari - The Power of Sound: Creating Meaning at the Intersection of Film, Psychology, and Music
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Nourhan El Sherif, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Nourhan El Sherif - Sex-Dependent Differences in Tensional Homeostasis
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Phillip Tran, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Phillip Tran - Marine Databaser: An Open-Source Desktop Application for Managing and Analyzing Field Data
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Jacob Rose, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Jacob Rose - Crisis in the Cubicle: Mental Health Resources in Corporate America
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Pashma Sadiq, 2024 Keystone SymposiumBoston University2024-08-02 | Pashma Sadiq - Resilience and Regulation: A Data-Driven Analysis of the COVID-19 Pandemic’s Impact on New York City’s Restaurant Industry
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Leightta Sherrill, 2024 Keystone PresentationBoston University2024-08-02 | Leightta Sherrill - Beyond the Classroom: Exploring Student Perspectives on Sex Education
11th Annual Kilachand Honors College Keystone Symposium "Photosynthesis: Bring Your Creativity to Life" April 27, 2024Adam Shamsi, 2024 Keystone PresentationBoston University2024-08-02 | Adam Shamsi - Unshackling Justice: Exploring the Transformative Impact of Bail Reform in the Carceral State
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