Perspectives

Archaeologist Michael Frachetti, of Arts & Sciences, explains his research into the ancient Silk Road, the social systems that formed around it and the lives of the people who relied on the trade route in a videotaped presentation at the Long Now Foundation in San Francisco.

John M. Doris, professor in philosophy–neuroscience–psychology and in philosophy, both in Arts & Sciences, co-writes in Scientific American that implicit bias is real — and it matters.

In recognition of World Water Day March 22, Heather O’Leary, an environmental anthropologist in Arts & Sciences, discusses with the University of California Press how water researchers can engage with marginalized communities to improve water quality.

University scholars Laurie Maffly-Kipp and Rebecca Wanzo share their thoughts on the Center for the Humanities site about the newly released film adaptation of the book “A Wrinkle in Time,” including the movie’s religious elements, portrayal of science and approach to race.

The latest episode of the “First Mondays” podcast, co-hosted by the School of Law’s Daniel Epps, delves into topics in current cases before the Supreme Court, including the death penalty, abortion and gerrymandering.

Rebecca Wanzo, of Arts & Sciences, takes part in an episode of the podcast “How Do You Like It So Far?” exploring “The Black Panther” movie and its comic book roots.

Apparently even frogs can be irrational when choosing a mate. In this “Hold That Thought” podcast, economist Paulo Natenzon, of Arts & Sciences, explains his research into human economic behavior, rational decision-making and how frogs can offer insights on these topics.

German studies scholar Caroline Kita, of Arts & Sciences, discusses on the Center for the Humanities website her book project exploring the role of the radio drama in post-World War II Germany. She is co-organizer of a symposium, “The Arts of Democratization,” April 5-7 on the Danforth Campus.

Rose Miyatsu, a PhD candidate in Arts & Sciences, writes on the University Libraries site about physicist Stephen Hawking’s impact and legacy. The libraries have a copy of an early draft of his famous book “A Brief History of Time.” Hawking died last week.

Nichole Mercier, managing director of the university’s Office of Technology Management, writes an article on the Fuse website about university efforts to help women in academia turn their inventions into viable products and businesses.