Lorence Selected for Hall of Fame
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Congratulations to Dr. Argelia Lorence, professor of metabolic engineering and James and Wanda Lee Vaughn Endowed Professor, on her upcoming induction into the Arkansas Latino Hall of Fame. Since 2005, Lorence has published 55 peer-reviewed articles, four books and 11 book chapters. She also has attracted $19 million in grants and secured three patents. One of her major projects focuses on finding new sources of tolerance for rice in high nighttime temperatures.
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| Katie and Matt Hill's Article Published |
An article by Dr. Katie Hill (left), associate professor of marketing, and Dr. Matt Hill (right), associate professor of finance, has been published in the Atlantic Economic Journal. Using nationwide Federal Reserve data, their findings indicate that women-led households tend to keep more cash on hand – in checking, savings and CDs – than those led by men. Even after accounting for income and net worth, households led by men hold smaller financial buffers.
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Dewald Studies Mental Health Courts |
Dr. Stacy Dewald, assistant professor of criminology, is coauthor of an article recently published in Behavioral Sciences and the Law examining practices in U.S. adult mental health courts. Using survey data from 70 courts, the study highlights variation in eligibility criteria, use of sanctions and incentives, and access to critical community resources. The findings point to ongoing needs related to trauma-informed training, individualized responses, and expanded community-based resources.
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| Naderi Proposes Hybrid Framework |
Dr. Ehsan Naderi, assistant professor of electrical engineering and program director, authored a research paper published in the International Journal of Critical Infrastructure Protection. Naderi proposes a novel hybrid framework that integrates quantum computing with digital twin technology to enhance the cyber-physical resilience of smart city infrastructures. The approach highlights a promising pathway for improving system security, operational efficiency, and trust in automated decision-making for next-generation smart cities.
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Brown Analyzes Use of PIT Technique
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Dr. Angelo Brown, assistant professor of criminology, presented his research, “How the law legitimizes death for traffic violators: Analysis of PIT Maneuvers,” for the American Society of Criminology meeting in Washington, D.C. Brown’s research provides policy recommendations for reduction in costs, an increase in public safety, and improved safety for law enforcement officers by reducing precision immobilization technique (PIT) maneuvers often used in traffic stops.
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