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Authentic connection through engaged listening Smart Business: Ellen Van Oosten, associate professor of organizational behavior at Weatherhead School of Management, argued that engaged listening—giving full attention without interrupting or multitasking—is essential to making people feel valued…

Ruth Miller appears in court as trial approaches for murder of 4-year-old son at Atwood Lake WKYC: Michael Benza, professor of practice at the School of Law, said jury instructions aim to clearly explain Ohio’s legal standards and burdens so jurors can decide whether a local woman's insanity…

Dark chocolate compound linked to slower biological aging, new study reveals Natural News: James Swain, professor of nutrition at the School of Medicine, noted that eating 50 to100 grams of cocoa powder can cause sweating, headaches and acute digestive issues. "These symptoms may also be related…

From race cars to tombstones: What really goes on at think[box], the country’s largest makerspace FreshWater Cleveland: Claire Dorsett, executive director of Sears think[box], discussed the university's novel makerspace and launchpad for startups—all with public access. “Think[box] matters…

On Instagram, ‘Rabbinic Fit Check’ is a look book for Jewish clergy South Florida Sun Sentinel: Einav Rabinovitch-Fox, adjunct assistant professor of history at the College of Arts and Sciences, discussed an Instagram account that reflects a broader cultural shift in how rabbis are perceived.…

Do all stars exist in galaxies? Astronomy Magazine: Chris Mihos, the Worcester R. and Cornelia B. Warner Professor of Astronomy at the College of Arts and Sciences, noted that nearly all stars form inside galaxies, but some are flung into intergalactic space. Galaxy collisions and supermassive…

Akron’s polymer cluster could fuel Northeast Ohio bid to win $160 million NSF grant Signal Akron: Nick Barendt, executive director of the Institute for Smart, Secure and Connected Systems, noted that the NEO-Smart consortium is a finalist for a $160 million NSF grant to boost advanced…

Rental car insurance basics WalletHub: Jonathan Ernest, assistant professor of economics at Weatherhead School of Management, said rental car insurance decisions hinge on balancing cost, risk and peace of mind. Common mistakes include buying unnecessary duplicate coverage or assuming personal…

It’s on fire’: EPA finds toxic sewer gas after Mentor residents say their complaints went nowhere cleveland.com: John D. Protasiewicz, the Hurlbut Professor of Chemistry at the College of Arts and Sciences, said hydrogen sulfide detected in Mentor’s sewer system is toxic and can be fatal, citing…

No more dieting, just turn off the fat? Body has a switch to control weight gain, finds research. Here's how it works The Economic Times: Jonathan Stamler, professor at the School of Medicine, discussed his research findings that highlight a promising new method for delivering oxygen to tissues…