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Beverly was highlighted for her leadership role as president-elect of health care and education on the American Diabetes Association’s 2026 board of directors. Beverly is a nationally recognized expert whose research focuses on the psychosocial aspects of diabetes, rural health disparities and health care professional education. She was featured in the Associated Press and the American Diabetes Association, among other outlets. Beverly’s work in team-based care and translating research into real-world solutions underscores the ADA’s efforts to improve outcomes for people affected by diabetes.

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Sargand highlighted ongoing research aimed at improving the nation’s aging underground pipe infrastructure amid renewed scrutiny of pipeline safety following a recent natural gas pipeline failure in Minnesota. Sargand explained that traditional methods of excavating and replacing corroded pipes are costly and disruptive, prompting his team’s investigation into rehabilitative techniques such as cured-in-place pipe liners that could extend service life with less traffic impact. 

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Zhao was published in Phys.org, among other outlets, after contributing key research on how everyday screen time can influence stress recovery in adults as part of a broader study on work–life balance. The research, which used large national survey data and student surveys to assess screen time and mood, suggests that moderate post-work screen engagement could play a restorative role in mental well-being, even as it underscores caution about the risks of excessive device use.

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Arquette was quoted in CNN and several other outlets for her expertise on nutrition and athletic performance in a story about how people can “train like a Winter Olympics athlete.” Arquette weighed in on the role of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant-rich foods in supporting recovery from intense exercise, noting that nutrients such as vitamins A, C and E, selenium and omega-3 fatty acids found in colorful fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds and healthy fats like salmon may benefit high-performance athletes’ training regimens. 

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Hill was featured in national and international media, including Inside Higher Ed, Yahoo Health, The Independent, among many others, for her role in leading a study linking social media use with loneliness among college students. Hill, whose team analyzed survey data from nearly 65,000 students across more than 120 institutions, talked about the nuanced connection between time spent on social media platforms and higher reported levels of isolation, highlighting that students who used social media at least 16 hours weekly were more likely to feel lonely. In the articles, she noted broader contextual factors, including lingering social challenges following the COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of encouraging students to assess and potentially moderate their online engagement. 

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• OHIO Today - "OHIO faculty member leads study finding that college students who spend hours on social media are more likely to be lonely"

Shaw was featured in the Lancaster Eagle Gazette and the Chillicothe Gazette for her role in advancing research and action on community health worker programs across ������Ƶ. Shaw shared her expereince and insight on the importance of evidence-based strategies and collaborative partnerships in designing effective workforce models that support both community well-being and health equity. 

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• OHIO Today - "Community Health Workers bridge gaps in care across ������Ƶ"

Kopchick was featured in Cleveland.com, MSN, News Medical and more, for his role in advancing a promising new approach to lung cancer treatment. Kopchick led a study published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences that identified a potential new way to fight treatment-resistant lung cancer. This research found that blocking the growth hormone receptor may help make existing therapies more effective, offering new hope for improving patient outcomes. He shared insight on how a drug originally discovered at ������Ƶ could make resistant lung cancer cells more responsive to chemotherapy.

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• OHIO Today - "New study identifies growth hormone receptor as possible target to improve lung cancer treatment"

Payne was mentioned for his work on how aging and Parkinson’s disease affect the brain’s control of balance and fall risk. Payne was a co‑author on a study published showing that older adults and people with Parkinson’s disease engage much larger brain and muscle responses during balance disturbances, which paradoxically may make balance recovery less effective and increase fall risk. The research highlighted the neural “overdrive” that occurs in these populations and pointed toward new ways to assess and potentially predict balance problems clinically.

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Dabelko was featured in over 200 articles for his expertise on the intersection of global energy systems and international conflict. He shared that the critical minerals and metals needed for some of the technology that allows for the production of renewable energy, such as lithium ion batteries, are also finite and could potentially cause local tensions. 

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Russell was featured in several outlets for his groundbreaking study examining concussion risk among performers in Cirque du Soleil. Drawing on nearly a decade of medical data, Russell’s research provided one of the most comprehensive analyses of head injuries in elite circus arts. The study also identified important patterns, including that most concussions occur during live performances and most frequently affect acrobats, offering new insight into when and how these injuries happen. By quantifying risk and challenging assumptions about the dangers of performance environments, Russell’s work highlighted opportunities for improved safety practices and injury prevention.

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• OHIO Today - "A look under the Big Top: Decade-long study sheds light on head injuries in Cirque du Soleil performers"

Simon was highlighted in media coverage for her critical analytical role in a study on concussion rates among performers in Cirque du Soleil. As the project’s lead statistician, Simon was responsible for transforming a massive dataset of nearly a decade of medical records into meaningful, reliable findings. She was quoted talking on how she applied statistical modeling to examine trends over time and compare concussion patterns across performer groups, including acrobats, dancers and musicians, helping to identify where and how injuries most frequently occurred. Simon’s work also uncovered key insights, such as the concentration of concussions during live performances and among acrobats.

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• OHIO Today - "A look under the Big Top: Decade-long study sheds light on head injuries in Cirque du Soleil performers"

Montgomery was highlighted in media coverage connected to a major National Institutes of Health report that brought renewed attention to developmental language disorder (DLD), an often-overlooked but highly prevalent condition affecting an estimated 7–10% of school-age children. Montgomery’s analysis helped clarify the complexity of identifying DLD, noting that the disorder doesn’t always look the same and that signs can range from quite mild to profound, which can make identification especially difficult in school settings. He also underscored key diagnostic challenges highlighted in the report, including the need to distinguish DLD from related conditions like dyslexia and the lack of early screening systems for oral language skills in schools. 

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Hamilton was quoted in media coverage for leading a clinical study on whether combining cannabis with opioids improves pain relief. Her findings showed that the combination offered no added benefit for people with knee osteoarthritis and increased side effects like drowsiness and impaired thinking. Hamilton emphasized that the study challenges a common assumption that cannabis can enhance opioid effectiveness, noting that the evidence simply did not support that claim in a clinical setting. Her work underscores the need for careful, evidence-based approaches to pain management and cautions against relying on unproven combinations that may introduce additional risks without improving outcomes.

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Sabraw was recognized in the media for his innovative work transforming toxic mine pollution into paint pigments. Spectrum News One highlighted his efforts to address environmental challenges through creative solutions, turning harmful acid mine drainage into valuable materials while raising awareness about water quality issues. NBC4 also featured Sabraw for being named a COSI Steam star for how he brings awareness to critical issues impacting us everyday.

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Kruse Daniels was featured in Spectrum News One discussing environmental concerns related to oil and gas waste disposal and the long-term impacts of resource extraction in ������Ƶ and Appalachia. Providing expert analysis on the suspension of injection wells, Kruse Daniels noted that while resource extraction generated significant wealth, “so much of that wealth went to really fuel the growth of the nation, but didn’t necessarily grow wealth in the region.” She also highlighted the lasting environmental consequences visible across Appalachian waterways, explaining that “a lot of our streams have that signature bright orange iron” and that elevated metal concentrations and acidic conditions can severely limit what lives there.

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• OHIO Today - "Appalachian communities face growing risks as extreme weather communication gaps leave residents vulnerable"

Miller was featured in The ������Ƶ Newsroom and several other outlets discussing ������Ƶ's nursing shortage and the growing push for mandatory nurse-to-patient staffing ratios. Miller explained that the shortage stems from multiple factors, including an aging workforce, declining nursing enrollment and the lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. She also emphasized the importance of safe staffing levels for both patients and nurses and how burnout is leading to less people going into the profession.

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Matta was featured in Medical Xpress discussing new research on the role of transparency in artificial intelligence use in health care and its impact on patient trust. Matta and his colleagues found that transparency about how physicians use AI is more important than AI accuracy alone in fostering confidence in patient-provider relationships. The research also suggests that openness about AI's role in clinical decision-making is key to building trust and improving patient satisfaction.

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• OHIO Today - "Transparency is vital for AI usage in health care, patient-provider relationship, OHIO researchers find"

Bansal was featured in Medical Xpress discussing new research on the role of transparency in artificial intelligence use in health care and its impact on patient trust. Bansal and his colleagues found that transparency about how physicians use AI is more important than AI accuracy alone in fostering confidence in patient-provider relationships. The research also suggests that openness about AI's role in clinical decision-making is key to building trust and improving patient satisfaction.

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• OHIO Today - "Transparency is vital for AI usage in health care, patient-provider relationship, OHIO researchers find"

Franz was featured in several outlets discussing a nearly $4 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) that will expand research aimed at improving access to treatment for opioid use disorder in rural primary care settings. Franz explained that while medications for opioid use disorder have been proven effective for decades, they remain underutilized in primary care. The four-year project will expand a successful pilot program to approximately 40 clinics across ������Ƶ and West Virginia, providing primary care providers with structured support and mentorship to increase access to life-saving treatment where patients already receive their care.

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Stevenson was featured in Cleveland Magazine discussing the rapid expansion of Hangry Brands and the strategy behind clustering multiple restaurant concepts in the same neighborhood. Stevenson explained that clustering establishments geographically while varying them thematically is prudent, adding that to create a restaurant hub, you need to have multiple concepts in that area that can support that, because not everybody wants to eat the same food every single day.

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Hiler was featured in Net Influencer and several other outlets discussing the growing demand for professionals trained in influencer marketing and the creator economy. Hiler explained that traditional marketing curricula have changed little over the years, continuing to focus on areas such as the four Ps, consumer behavior and market research, despite the rapid growth of influencer marketing and the need for professionals with specialized knowledge of the digital landscape.

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• OHIO Today - "How one professor’s influencer marketing course is shedding light on the realities of becoming an influencer"

Richard was featured in multiple science publications, including Phys.org, SciTechDaily, Science Springs and Nanowerk, for her role as co-lead on research that helps solve a decades-old mystery inside atomic nuclei. The study found that magnetic transitions are responsible for a mysterious excess of low-energy gamma rays in zinc-70, providing a new explanation for the phenomenon and helping scientists better understand neutron-capture reactions that play a role in the formation of heavy elements in stars, supernovae and neutron star mergers.

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Chen was featured in the Welland Tribune and Toronto Star discussing the resurgence of bed-and-breakfasts in the age of Airbnb and changing traveler expectations. Chen highlighted how modern B&Bs are evolving beyond the traditional image of quaint, old-fashioned lodging by offering distinctive experiences, personalized hospitality and a sense of place that can help them stand out from both hotels and short-term rental platforms.

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• OHIO Today - "Airbnb or hotel stay? Tourism expert shares what to consider before you book"

Yahn was featured in the Associated Press and many other outlets discussing the discovery of 16 children living in deplorable conditions in a Vinton County home and the questions surrounding how their situation went unnoticed for years. Yahn who specializes in rural education and poverty explained that the children’s isolation and lack of participation in schools and regular medical care likely contributed to the situation going undetected, noting that these settings provide opportunities for trained professionals to recognize signs of problems with children’s well-being and development.

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Hillman was featured in USA Today and several other outlets discussing the health risks associated with an intense heat wave affecting the East Coast. Hillman, an expert in environmental and occupational health, explained how extreme heat can place significant stress on the body and increase health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations, emphasizing the importance of taking precautions as temperatures and humidity rise.

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Shovlin was featured in NBC News, The New York Times, Axios Columbus and other outlets discussing the growing prevalence of AI-generated content, or “AI slop,” and its impact on audiences, businesses and creative industries. Shovlin, an expert in artificial intelligence and digital rhetoric, offered insight into why people and businesses are turning to AI-generated content, while emphasizing the importance of authenticity, human connection and understanding how AI can shape audience trust and engagement.

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Ng was featured in The Washington Post and other outlets discussing how a child’s stuffed bunny became a powerful symbol in a highly publicized ������Ƶ congressional race. Ng, an expert in mass communication and digital culture, explained how the emotional connection people have with beloved childhood objects can transcend political divides, while the simple, instantly recognizable image of the bunny helped condense a complex story into a symbol that resonated with audiences across the internet.

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Hallman-Thrasher was featured in The Columbus Dispatch discussing new national assessment results showing improvements in student performance following pandemic-era learning disruptions. Hallman-Thrasher, an expert in education and teacher preparation, provided context on what the latest results reveal about how students are recovering academically and the continued challenges facing educators as schools work to address learning gaps.

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Bates was featured on NBC4 and WKBN discussing the latest developments in ������Ƶ’s U.S. Senate race and what a new Fox News poll indicates about the competitiveness of the contest. Bates, an expert in health communication and political communication, provided insight into how polling results can shape public perceptions of a race and the ways candidates’ messaging and campaign strategies may influence voters.

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Strode was featured by The Associated Press and several other outlets discussing the creative promotions Major League Baseball teams are using to attract fans to games, from bobblehead giveaways to themed merchandise and unique experiences. Strode, an expert in sport management and sports marketing, explained how teams use promotional events to create excitement, strengthen connections with fans and encourage attendance in an increasingly competitive entertainment landscape.

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