Latest news from Tufts University on Newswise en-us Copyright 2024 Newswise 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/massachusetts-ballot-question-4-legalizing-psychedelic-drugs/?sc=rsin /articles/massachusetts-ballot-question-4-legalizing-psychedelic-drugs/?sc=rsin Thu, 12 Sep 2024 10:05:41 EST A report released today by the Center for State Policy Analysis (cSPA) at Tufts University's Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life evaluates the potential impact of Massachusetts Ballot Question 4, which would legalize a group of naturally occurring psychedelic drugs -- psilocybin, psilocyn, mescaline, DMT, and ibogaine -- for use at home and eventually in a network of therapy centers. Tufts University /articles/insight-into-massachusetts-ballot-question-3-a-union-for-rideshare-drivers/?sc=rsin /articles/insight-into-massachusetts-ballot-question-3-a-union-for-rideshare-drivers/?sc=rsin Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:05:52 EST A report released today by the Center for State Policy Analysis (cSPA) at Tufts University's Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life analyzes the risks and potential of Massachusetts Ballot Question 3, which would clear a path to unionization for rideshare drivers using an approach that's largely untested in the United States. Tufts University /articles/do-women-candidates-have-a-harder-time-being-elected/?sc=rsin /articles/do-women-candidates-have-a-harder-time-being-elected/?sc=rsin Thu, 05 Sep 2024 10:05:57 EST Brian Schaffner, a Tufts University political science professor and Newhouse Professor of Civic Studies at Tisch College, speaks about the role of gender in American politics. Tufts University /articles/insight-on-massachusetts-ballot-question-2-eliminating-the-mcas-graduation-requirement/?sc=rsin /articles/insight-on-massachusetts-ballot-question-2-eliminating-the-mcas-graduation-requirement/?sc=rsin Thu, 05 Sep 2024 10:05:42 EST A report released today by the Center for State Policy Analysis (cSPA) at Tufts University's Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life examines the core arguments for and against Massachusetts Ballot Question 2, which lets Massachusetts students graduate from high school without passing the 10th grade MCAS or otherwise proving their readiness to the state. Tufts University /articles/new-pilot-program-offers-free-mbta-passes-to-smfa-degree-candidates/?sc=rsin /articles/new-pilot-program-offers-free-mbta-passes-to-smfa-degree-candidates/?sc=rsin Thu, 05 Sep 2024 10:05:41 EST Students enrolled in degree programs at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts (SMFA) at Tufts will have free, unlimited local MBTA subway and bus access thanks to University Pass (UPass), a two-year pilot program just launched by the MBTA. Tufts University /articles/insight-on-massachusetts-ballot-question-1-auditing-the-legislature/?sc=rsin /articles/insight-on-massachusetts-ballot-question-1-auditing-the-legislature/?sc=rsin Tue, 03 Sep 2024 10:05:26 EST A report released today by the Center for State Policy Analysis (cSPA) at Tufts University's Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life helps voters understand the potential impact of Massachusetts Ballot Question 1, which would empower the state auditor to investigate the Massachusetts Legislature -- but could also trigger a stand-off with lawmakers. Tufts University /articles/how-you-can-practice-pharmaceutical-safety/?sc=rsin /articles/how-you-can-practice-pharmaceutical-safety/?sc=rsin Thu, 29 Aug 2024 10:05:35 EST When you pick up a prescription or get a vaccination, it's paramount that you trust the medication is safe. In the U.S., a system of laws, procedures, and personal responsibility combine to ensure drug safety, or pharmacovigilance. Tufts University /articles/michael-chin-named-dean-of-tufts-graduate-school-of-biomedical-sciences/?sc=rsin /articles/michael-chin-named-dean-of-tufts-graduate-school-of-biomedical-sciences/?sc=rsin Thu, 29 Aug 2024 10:05:10 EST Michael T. Chin, a renowned expert in virology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and cardiology, has been named dean of Tufts Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. Tufts University /articles/kelly-sims-gallagher-named-new-dean-of-the-fletcher-school-at-tufts-university/?sc=rsin /articles/kelly-sims-gallagher-named-new-dean-of-the-fletcher-school-at-tufts-university/?sc=rsin Wed, 28 Aug 2024 15:05:31 EST Kelly Sims Gallagher has been named the new dean of The Fletcher School, the graduate school of global affairs at Tufts University. Tufts University /articles/researchers-develop-post-wildfire-landslide-susceptibility-model/?sc=rsin /articles/researchers-develop-post-wildfire-landslide-susceptibility-model/?sc=rsin Mon, 19 Aug 2024 17:05:39 EST Tufts University researcher Farshid Vahedifard and his team have created physics models to predict cascading hazards such as landslides and debris flows that can follow wildfires. Tufts University /articles/can-magnesium-supplements-improve-health/?sc=rsin /articles/can-magnesium-supplements-improve-health/?sc=rsin Mon, 19 Aug 2024 13:05:55 EST Edward Saltzman, a nutrition scientist at Tufts University, shares what scientists know and don't know about magnesium and how to take it responsibly. Tufts University /articles/tufts-veterinary-field-services-provides-assisted-reproduction-in-farm-animals/?sc=rsin /articles/tufts-veterinary-field-services-provides-assisted-reproduction-in-farm-animals/?sc=rsin Wed, 14 Aug 2024 09:05:55 EST Tufts Veterinary Field Services specializes in equine, bovine, and small ruminant (sheep, goats, camelids) services, focusing on wellness care, sports medicine, and herd health. One area that has developed dramatically over the past few years is TVFS's reproductive medicine, specifically embryo transfer. Tufts University /articles/sugar-sweetened-beverage-intake-increasing-globally-among-children-and-teens/?sc=rsin /articles/sugar-sweetened-beverage-intake-increasing-globally-among-children-and-teens/?sc=rsin Wed, 07 Aug 2024 18:30:00 EST A new global analysis of the dietary habits of children and adolescents from 185 countries revealed that youth, on average, consumed nearly 23% more sugar-sweetened beverages in 2018 compared to 1990. Tufts University /articles/oil-pulling-for-oral-health-to-swish-or-not-to-swish/?sc=rsin /articles/oil-pulling-for-oral-health-to-swish-or-not-to-swish/?sc=rsin Fri, 02 Aug 2024 10:05:46 EST A method of traditional Ayurvedic medicine native to India, oil pulling involves swishing oil in your mouth for about 10-15 minutes before spitting it out, and proponents of the process have touted various oral health benefits. Y. Natalie Jeong, professor and chair of the Department of Periodontology at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, explains the claims and what really needs to be done to take care of your teeth and gums. Tufts University /articles/gun-permits-may-be-more-effective-than-background-checks-alone-at-reducing-firearm-homicides/?sc=rsin /articles/gun-permits-may-be-more-effective-than-background-checks-alone-at-reducing-firearm-homicides/?sc=rsin Thu, 01 Aug 2024 11:00:00 EST A Tufts University School of Medicine study, published August 1 in the journal JAMA Network Open, reports that states that require gun permits rather than relying solely on universal background checks see firearm homicide rates, on average, 18% lower than states with background check policies alone. Tufts University /articles/new-more-sustainable-method-for-manufacturing-microchips-and-other-nanoscale-devices/?sc=rsin /articles/new-more-sustainable-method-for-manufacturing-microchips-and-other-nanoscale-devices/?sc=rsin Tue, 30 Jul 2024 11:05:19 EST Researchers develop a more environmentally friendly approach to manufacturing nano-scale microchip devices using water as a solvent in place of toxic chemicals. The method not only cleans up the manufacturing waste stream, but also enables the integration of electronic and biological components. Tufts University /articles/something-to-chew-on-before-you-sink-your-teeth-into-those-gummy-vitamins/?sc=rsin /articles/something-to-chew-on-before-you-sink-your-teeth-into-those-gummy-vitamins/?sc=rsin Fri, 26 Jul 2024 10:05:35 EST Whether in the grocery aisle, at the pharmacy, or at a dispensary, little gummy treats containing vitamins, supplements, or THC have become ubiquitous. But do the benefits of gummies (and closely-related chewies) outweigh the risks they can pose to oral health? Tufts University School of Dental Medicine experts explore. Tufts University /articles/gymnastics-is-hard-on-the-body-physical-therapy-can-help/?sc=rsin /articles/gymnastics-is-hard-on-the-body-physical-therapy-can-help/?sc=rsin Tue, 23 Jul 2024 10:05:20 EST An expert explains how gymnasts can work to safely meet the demands of their sport and recover from injuries Tufts University /articles/why-the-most-prescribed-chemotherapy-drug-can-cause-serious-heart-damage/?sc=rsin /articles/why-the-most-prescribed-chemotherapy-drug-can-cause-serious-heart-damage/?sc=rsin Wed, 17 Jul 2024 14:00:19 EST There's still much to learn about how doxorubicin, a 50-year-old chemotherapy drug, causes its most concerning side effects. While responsible for saving many lives, this treatment sometimes causes cardiac damage that stiffens the heart and puts a subset of patients at risk for future heart failure. To better understand and potentially control such complications, Tufts University School of Medicine and Tufts Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences researchers have isolated the immune cells that become overactive when patients take doxorubicin. Tufts University /articles/center-for-professional-and-workforce-impact-launched/?sc=rsin /articles/center-for-professional-and-workforce-impact-launched/?sc=rsin Thu, 11 Jul 2024 11:05:25 EST With advances in artificial intelligence, increasing automation, and the rise of hybrid and remote work, evolving needs in the workplace are increasing the demand for continuous learning and professional development. To do so, University College and Tufts University have launched the Center for Professional and Workforce Impact. The center reflects Tufts' commitment to social mobility and career readiness, key components of University College's strategic plan. Tufts University