Because theories answer the “why” and “how” of what we’re interested in, the handbook highlights contemporary explanations for aging, Rick says, whether at the level of cells or societies. “When we have good explanations, we can also better design prevention and intervention efforts to improve human aging.”
For the first time, researchers found that lightweight, silicone wristbands can be used as personal monitors to detect flame retardant exposure in young children.
When she was a little girl, Cindy Quintanilla, 31, made a decision that she would be the first in her family to pursue a college education. “I promised myself that I would break the barriers and make my mom and dad’s sacrifices worth it,” she says.
Janet Chase Harper proves that you can be fit at any age. The 97-year-old CPHHS alumna (’41 home economics) is still mentally sharp and fit as a fiddle. After breaking her femur and having surgery two years ago, the Junction City resident rides a three-wheeled tricycle each day on the farm she lives on independently.
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Video: Congrats, Class of 2016!
Last week, the College of Public Health and Human Sciences celebrated its newest alumni with a graduation reception for college graduates and their families and a hooding ceremony for graduate students. More than 400 attended the reception and more than 200 the hooding ceremony.
Much like the constant excitement and challenges motorcyclists face, Aria Minu-Sepehr will experience similar sentiments during his new role as director of the TEAM OREGON Motorcycle Safety Program. With 20 years of experience in education and management, Aria assumes his new role after serving as the organization’s training manager.