Unravelling ALT Cancers
College of Osteopathic Medicine students and faculty co-authored a research paper that provides a wide-ranging scientific review of the biological process responsible for some of the world’s deadliest cancers.
Student Profile: Gabriella Gorton
Gabriella Gorton was born and raised in Jonesboro, Ark. On May 27, she will receive her doctoral hood and begin her residency NEA Baptist Hospital, marking 24 years of education in her hometown.
School of Health Professions Hosts Aletheia Research Symposium
Master’s and doctoral students at the School of Health Professions gathered on Zoom for two afternoons on May 11 and 12 to share their research findings at the school’s annual Aletheia Research Symposium.
News Byte: NYITCOM-Arkansas Medical Clinic Gets New Look
The clinic recently received an exterior makeover to help attract new patients from the Jonesboro community.
New York Tech Celebrates Its 60th Commencement
On Sunday, May 23, New York Tech’s 60th annual commencement was celebrated virtually, with medical school hooding being held on May 24 and 27 for NYITCOM campuses in Long Island and Jonesboro, Ark., respectively.
President Foley Named to Long Island Press Power List
For the second consecutive year, New York Tech President Hank Foley, Ph.D., was named to the Long Island Press Power List, which recognizes influential leaders throughout Long Island, from education to healthcare to finance and more.
Cybears End the Season on a High Note
New York Tech’s Cybears end the spring 2021 season on a high note, winning the championship in two East Coast Conference competitions.
Students Take Third Place in Canadian Cyber Defense Challenge
Three cybersecurity graduate students from New York Tech’s Vancouver campus came in third place at the ninth annual Canadian Cyber Defense Challenge.
New York Tech Welcomes Michaela Rome as Associate Provost
Michaela Rome, Ph.D., has joined New York Institute of Technology as associate provost.
NIH Grant Funds Depression Research
Assistant Professor Weikang Cai, Ph.D., secured a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to study how certain brain cells respond to chronic stress. The research project could help identify breakthrough treatments for clinical depression, which affects more than 260 million people worldwide.
The AIDS Epidemic Offers a Roadmap to Ending COVID-19
People of color have been hardest hit by the pandemic. Yet, they’re also among the most skeptical of vaccines that could protect them. How do we reassure communities of color that the vaccines are safe and effective; and encourage people to get the shots that could save their lives?
Student Profile: Anna Makedonska
Environmental activist and biology student Anna Makedonska runs a science blog, belongs to multiple environmental groups, and is dedicating her time to make a positive impact on the planet.