Neurology professor Lisa Mosconi: ‘Menopause is a renovation project on the brain’ | Menopause

Menopause marks the end of a woman’s menstruation. But, starting on average at around 47 and taking four to eight years, it doesn’t just impact the body: thanks to the accompanying decline of the hormone oestrogen, it impacts the brain too. Lisa Mosconi studies that impact. Her new book, The Menopause Brain, examines the neurological… Continue reading Neurology professor Lisa Mosconi: ‘Menopause is a renovation project on the brain’ | Menopause

Retired professor accused of stealing $45K in jewelry from wealthy friends he met in Washington’s elite social circles

NEW YORK — A retired political science professor who traveled in Washington’s elite social circles pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to charges that he stole tens of thousands of dollars in jewelry from his wealthy acquaintances. Lawrence Gray sold at least seven rare and valuable stolen items, including diamond earrings, a pink sapphire brooch, and… Continue reading Retired professor accused of stealing $45K in jewelry from wealthy friends he met in Washington’s elite social circles

Texas A&M will pay $1M to Black professor following botched hiring and internal review

An internal investigation of Texas A&M’s botched hiring of Kathleen McElroy, a journalism professor and veteran journalist who is Black, concluded race and gender were not factors in the decision to reduce her tenure offer to a one-year position after conservative backlash over her work around diversity. The Texas A&M University System said Thursday it… Continue reading Texas A&M will pay $1M to Black professor following botched hiring and internal review