Research and Impact

Dr. Mitchell Day
Research

Ohio University receives NIH grant to investigate hearing loss mechanisms

Dr. Mitchell Day is heading a team of OHIO scientists in an NIH-funded study aimed at uncovering the neural mechanisms behind challenges in sound localization in hearing—a crucial ability for navigating daily life.

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NFL and Sports Betting

Sports betting and the NFL: Why the league embraced gambling and what’s next

Until very recently, professional sports leagues distanced themselves from betting of any kind. This year, bettors will wager an estimated $35 billion on NFL games. OHIO Professor and sports betting expert Dr. Jim Strode explains why.

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Research

OHIO researchers study impact of exceptional drought on Southeast Ohio ecosystems

Southeast Ohio is currently in the midst of the most severe drought in the area in recent history. Ohio University Professor Dr. Jared DeForest is working to study the drought and potentially apply the results to other ecosystems.

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Artificial Intelligence

AI’s increasing energy appetite

Generative AI tools use more energy than you might expect. OHIO experts explore the hidden energy costs of AI.

Autonomous vehicles
Research

Is a future with self-driving vehicles closer than we think? Researchers aim to find out

Transportation of the future may be closer than we think; however, a collaborative project between DriveOhio, the Department of Transportation and Ohio University is finding just how close we may actually be to autonomous vehicles and the impacts they could have on improving wellbeing and access.

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Sustainability

Sustainability accounting: Using accounting to better society

When most people think of accountants they think measuring financial impact, but recently their skills are also being applied to sustainability—measuring environmental impact, social impact, emissions, employee well-being, energy usage and more.

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NFL and Sports Research

Concussions in the NFL: What your favorite players are risking

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has recently made headlines for suffering the third concussion of his NFL career. OHIO Professor and concussion expert Dr. Melissa Anderson explains what players like Tua may be risking by continuing to play.

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Experiential Learning

School of Accountancy utilizes unique active learning approach, bridges career and education

For School of Accountancy Director Dr. David Stott, accounting is the bedrock of nearly every industry. This holds true for OHIO accounting graduates who have a job placement rate north of 98 percent.

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Health

OHIO’s Heritage College leads U.S. osteopathic medical schools in NIH funding for 2024

By earning the number one spot in National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding among osteopathic medical schools for fiscal year 2024, the Heritage College continues to solidify its reputation as a leader in medical research.

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Community

OHIO demonstrates commitment to service at ninth annual Athens Area Stand Down

The words are inscribed on the Alumni Gateway—those who attend Ohio University enter to learn and depart to serve. The Ohio University community undoubtedly demonstrated a commitment to those in need at the recent ninth annual Athens Area Stand Down.

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Research

More than 'reviving the past'

The African American Research and Services Institute celebrates its official re-opening Nov. 1.

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Sustainability

Going green: Vertical gardens on campus sow sustainability, support food pantry

Ohio University’s dining halls aren’t just serving food, they’re growing it too. This past summer, indoor gardens were installed in Nelson Court on South Green and The District on West Green to educate students and provide them with fresh produce.

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Climate and aging

How does climate change impact older adults?

Extreme weather can disproportionately affect older adults. Researchers in the Grey-Green Alliance explore solutions that could make a big difference for a vulnerable population.

Cleveland Clinic HCOM
Research

Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine researcher tackles ethics of AI in health care

A Heritage College researcher has proposed a framework to help medical providers navigate patient notification and informed consent practices when using artificial intelligence.

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Cognitive Health

Five essential habits for maintaining cognitive health as you age

To maintain cognitive health as you age, here are five essential habits to keep your mind sharp and lower the risk of decline. Read expert-backed tips from Dr. Julie Suhr, director of the Clinical Training Ohio Musculoskeletal and Neurological Institute.

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