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Rachel Sullivan Robinson, Assessing a Syndemic of Discrimination, Material Insecurity, Depression, Substance Use, and Violence Among Sexual and Gender Minorities in Nigeria

Rachel Sullivan Robinson's new co-authored article in Aids and Behavior uses mixed methods to assess forms of violence among sexual and gender minorities in Nigeria.
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Citation: Instrument of Surrender; September 2, 1945; Records of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff; Record Group 218; National Archives.

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How WWII Changed the World

On the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, SIS professor and UNESCO Chair in Transnational Challenges and Governance Amitav Acharya reflects on how the war reshaped the international world order.
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A Journey of Impact: A Sociologist at AU and Beyond

This article highlights Professor Kim Blankenship’s trailblazing work to advance health equity, promote systemic solutions, and inspire the next generation of scholars and changemakers.
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The Future of Research Features AI and Robots

Prof. Aref Zahed is bringing artificial intelligence to life through robots and even a solar-powered SUV. By leading a student robotics club and building hands-on projects, he’s inspiring the next generation to shape the future of technology.
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Look Up: How AU is Leading the Future of Space Study

Since 1997, AU has led the DC Space Grant, opening pathways in STEM education, research, and community engagement with NASA. The program empowers students and educators, strengthens ethical and collaborative science.
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Research Tackles Washington, D.C.’s Biggest Challenges

American University’s Ryan Moore and The Lab @ DC are using data-driven research to address Washington, D.C.’s toughest challenges.
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A Polymath Tackles Food Waste

Professor Sauleh Siddiqui, a mathematician and environmental scientist, leads a $15M NSF-funded national network to reduce food waste.
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Bernadette Storey-Laubach in her Hall of Science office. Photo by Jeff Watts.

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We R1 AU: She Helps Science at AU Happen

Bernadette Storey-Laubach, associate director of facilities operations for the College of Arts and Sciences, works behind the scenes—but plays a key role in supporting research in the Hall of Science.
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Sumitra Badrinathan, The Religious Roots of Belief in Misinformation: Experimental Evidence from India

Sumitra Badrinathan's new co-authored article in the British Journal of Political Science explores the religious roots of misinformation using experimental evidence from India.
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Shadi Mokhtari, The Reverse Savages, Victims, Saviours metaphor of human rights

Shadi Mokhtari's new article in the Review of International Studies explores the reactionary and reverse metaphor to Makau Mutua’s 2001 "Savages, Victims, and Saviors Metaphor of Human Rights."
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