As the world prepares to celebrate Mardi Gras (Feb. 17), a West Virginia University religious studies expert explains that while most Americans are familiar with the famous Mardi Gras floats and beads of New Orleans, global festivities take many forms, including a public food fight in Italy.
As part of National Cancer Prevention Month, West Virginia University experts emphasize two types of cancer prevention — primary prevention, which focuses on keeping the disease from happening, and secondary prevention, which focuses on detection at the disease’s earliest stage.
Sheldon Owen, a West Virginia University Extension wildlife specialist, says Groundhog Day on Feb. 2 marks an opportunity to celebrate not only the changing of the seasons, but the iconic rodent who decides whether or not to spring Americans from the long months of winter.
A West Virginia University faculty member and Grammy-nominated pianist says the biggest surprise about music’s biggest night, set for Sunday (Feb. 1), is how much of the celebration happens off-camera. Lucy Mauro, an associate professor of piano in the WVU College of Creative Arts and Media School of Music, says the Grammy Awards most viewers associate with the televised show are only part of the story.
Olympians train for years to strengthen muscle and sharpen technique, but a West Virginia University graduate student and certified mental performance consultant says the difference between reaching the podium and disappointment may come down to mastering their minds.
A West Virginia University electrical engineer and geologist say the solutions for homes and businesses now struggling with utility bills and facing the prospect of losing heat if ice storms or increased demand for power bring down the electric grid already exist, ranging from AI-assisted grid management to geothermal heat pumps.
West Virginia University physicians Dr. Matt Lokant and Dr. Lisa Costello are encouraging people to recognize the early symptoms of pertussis, or whooping cough, so they can take precautions and seek treatment, when necessary, to avoid further spread of the infection.
West Virginia University plant expert Sven Verlinden, associate professor for the WVU Davis College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, says it’s possible to keep poinsettias healthy and vibrant throughout the holiday season with a few simple tips.
Dee Singh-Knights, an agribusiness economics and management specialist with West Virginia University Extension, says whether you’re planning a holiday meal or searching for a meaningful gift, you don’t have to look beyond your own community.
West Virginia University fashion design and merchandising experts Angela Uriyo and Debanjan Das explain the differing environmental impacts of winter fabrics old and new, and why layering is essential when bundling up for cold weather.