Newswise Focus Channel: Hidden - South Carolina

JMIR Research Protocols | Google Apple Exposure Notification System for COVID-19

JMIR Publications — Mon, 01 Aug 2022 11:05:43 EST

JMIR Publications recently published "Dissemination and Implementation of a Google Apple Exposure Notification System for COVID-19 Risk Mitigation at a National Public University: Protocol for a Pilot Evaluation Study in a Real-World Setting" in JMIR Research Protocols which reported that this paper describes the protocol for South Carolina Safer Together, developed by Clemson University to design, deploy, and evaluate multilevel communication and dissemination and implementation (D&I) strategies in line with recommendations from governmental and educational agencies to mitigate the risk of exposure to COVID-19.

New research underscores South Carolina's growing strength as a biomedical research hub

Clemson University — Mon, 07 Mar 2022 08:00:00 EST

South Carolina is strengthening its position as a hub for high-impact biomedical research with a new multi-million-dollar project that undergirds the long-standing partnership between Clemson University and the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and loops in crucial support from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Activism Can Be Empowering for Marjory Stoneman Douglas Students, Says Clemson Professor Discussing "March for Our Lives" and Gun Violence

Clemson University — Tue, 27 Mar 2018 16:00:42 EST

Slow Economic Growth Expected to Continue for North Carolina

University of North Carolina at Charlotte — Thu, 07 Sep 2017 14:05:46 EST

The North Carolina economy is expected to continue the slow growth pattern of the past eight years, with strong indicators from low unemployment rates and long-term projections for GDP growth, UNC Charlotte professor and economist John Connaughton says.

Darla Moore School of Business Building Earns LEED Platinum

University of South Carolina — Thu, 12 Jan 2017 12:05:21 EST

The University of South Carolina's Darla Moore School of Business building has earned LEED Platinum , the highest certification awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

UofSC Economists: 2017 SC Economy Strong and Stable Amid Political Uncertainty

University of South Carolina — Wed, 14 Dec 2016 13:20:43 EST

Steady economic gains are expected for South Carolina in 2017 despite the political uncertainty that comes with new governor and U.S. president. The gains build on positive growth across most of the Palmetto State's industries and regions, according to University of South Carolina economists at the Darla Moore School of Business.

Archaeologists Find Elusive 16th-Century Spanish Fort on Parris Island

University of South Carolina — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 17:05:03 EST

The lost Spanish fort San Marcos, founded in 1577 at the town of Santa Elena by Pedro Menedez Marquez, has been found on present-day Parris Island in South Carolina by a pair of archaeologists.

UofSC Moore School Business Experts Can Discuss UK Vote to Leave European Union

University of South Carolina — Fri, 24 Jun 2016 11:05:22 EST

The Fast Casual Conundrum

University of South Carolina — Wed, 11 May 2016 15:05:58 EST

Entrees at fast casual restaurants -- a category that includes restaurants such as Chipotle and Panera Bread -- have a higher average calorie count than fast food establishments, such as a McDonald's or Bojangles, according to researchers from the University of South Carolina's Arnold School of Public Health .

Students Grow Tiger Gardens at Clemson in Quest to Fight Obesity

Clemson University — Tue, 26 Apr 2016 14:05:36 EST

A group of Clemson University students believes everyone should have access to healthy foods. The students are developing Tiger Gardens to demonstrate how healthy vegetables can be grown anywhere, even on concrete.

The Size of City Parks Can Predict Residents' Well-Being

Clemson University — Mon, 18 Apr 2016 14:05:43 EST

CLEMSON -- Rapid expansion of cities around the world has raised concerns about deteriorating quality of life in urban areas. Lincoln Larson, assistant professor in the Clemson University parks, recreation and tourism management department, said people often struggle to find ways to preserve health and happiness amidst sometimes harsh, stress-inducing urban environments. However, it appears that one path to long-term happiness may lead straight through the closest park.

For #AutismAwareness Month, @UofSC Researchers Available to Discuss Many Topics Related to #Autism

University of South Carolina — Wed, 06 Apr 2016 09:05:53 EST

UofSC Faculty Experts: 2016 South Carolina Primaries and Presidential Election

University of South Carolina — Tue, 09 Feb 2016 11:05:28 EST

With the New Hampshire primary today, all eyes will turn to South Carolina, site of the first-in-the-South presidential primaries on Feb. 20 and 27. The University of South Carolina's Office of Public Relations has compiled a list of faculty experts who can discuss topics relevant to the South Carolina primaries and the presidential election.

Early Puberty Associated with Gestational Diabetes

Clemson University — Fri, 29 Jan 2016 14:00:09 EST

Women who began having menstrual cycles at a younger age are at greater risk of developing gestational diabetes, a disease affecting up to 7 percent of pregnant women that can cause babies to develop type 2 diabetes and other complications, new research shows.

NAFC Names Continence Care Champion

National Association for Continence (NAFC) — Mon, 19 Oct 2015 11:05:00 EST

Dr. Mark Walters, renowned for a career dedicated to the greater understanding and treatment of urogynecological issues, was named the 2015 Rodney Appell Continence Care Champion award recipient by the National Association for Continence (NAFC), the country's largest advocacy organization for continence-related health concerns.

@UofSC Releases List of #Breastcancer Experts for October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month

University of South Carolina — Mon, 19 Oct 2015 11:05:00 EST

UofSC Archaeologists Raise Trio of Civil War Cannons From Scuttled CSS Pee Dee

University of South Carolina — Tue, 29 Sep 2015 18:05:00 EST

Archaeologists at the University of South Carolina raised three cannons from the Confederate gunboat CSS Pee Dee from the Great Pee Dee River in South Carolina. The mystery of the CSS Pee Dee, its cannons and the inland Mars Bluff Navy Yard endured for the better part of 100 years.

UofSC criminologist says teen's arrest for homemade clock underscores prevalence of criminalizing school discipline that harshly punishes students of color

University of South Carolina — Fri, 18 Sep 2015 09:05:00 EST

Pursuit of Happiness Leads to a $2.1 Million Grant Award for UofSC, UChicago

University of South Carolina — Thu, 03 Sep 2015 12:05:00 EST

A grant from the John Templeton Foundation will fund research that explores the connections between virtue, happiness and the meaning of life and society.

Disaster expert from @UofSC available to discuss #HurricaneKatrina lessons learned 10 years later

University of South Carolina — Thu, 27 Aug 2015 09:05:00 EST