Tag: University of California San Diego

UCLA Study Links Pregnancy and Breastfeeding to Higher Long-Term Cognitive Function

Molly Fox, associate professor of anthropology a the University of California, Los Angeles, is the lead author of a new study that found an increase in time spent pregnant and breastfeeding throughout a woman's lifetime is associated with stronger cognitive function later in life.

Study Finds High Risk of Suicide Among Women Pharmacy Technicians

Although pharmacy technicians overall had a 14 percent lower risk of suicide between 2011 and 2022, women working in this profession had a 22 percent higher risk of suicide than women in the general population, according to a new study led by the University of California, San Diego.

Beverly Wendland to Lead Academic Affairs at West Virginia University

Dr. Wendland previously spent five years as provost at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. She will serve in the same capacity at West Virginia University beginning July 1.

Debbie Tahmassebi Named Provost of Marquette University in Milwaukee

"Marquette’s commitment to the search for knowledge through curiosity, research, and innovation creates a special environment in which to learn and grow," said Dr. Tahmassebi. "I look forward to engaging in that pursuit through my role and hope to maintain and enhance the academic and student experience at Marquette University."

Study Documents Differences in How Men and Women Sponsor Junior Colleagues

When sponsoring junior colleagues, men are more likely to use the relationship as a means to progress their own careers. In contrast, women sponsors primarily focus their efforts on their protégés' professional development.

New Endowed Faculty Appointments for Six Women in Academia

The appointments are Heather Parsons at the University of Washington, Esther Duflo at the University of Zurich in Switzerland, JoAnna Leyenaar at Dartmouth College, Pam Taub at the University of California, San Diego, Liz Arnold at Syracuse University, and Mary Rose Papandrea at George Washington University.

Eight Women Faculty Members Appointed to New Roles at Colleges and Universities

Here is this week’s roundup of women who have been appointed to new faculty positions at colleges and universities throughout the United States. If you have news for our appointments section, please email the information to contact@WIAReport.com.

The University of California, San Diego Launches Free Website to Support Menopausal Women

“The goal is for women to create their own personalized plan to explore treatments, prepare to speak with their doctors, and try different approaches to feel more comfortable during the menopause transition," said Dr. Andrea LaCroix, principal investigator for MyMenoplan.org and a distinguished professor at the University of California, San Diego.

Ten Women in Academia Who Have Been Selected for Dean Appointments

The new deans are Meenakshi Wadhwa, Cheryl Lambert, Josephine O. Ibironke, Sandra Inouye, Elizabeth Xyr, Tania Castañeda, Bisant A Labib, Radiah Corn Minor, Kelly Gebo, and Kerwyn Flowers.

How Mothers’ Genes Affect Breast Milk and Infant Health

A team of researchers led by the University of Minnesota has identified several hundred components of human milk that are determined by women's genetic differences. Many of these genes were found to affect infant gut microbiomes.

Denise Whisenhunt Named President of Fresno City College in California

Whisenhunt is slated to assume the presidency of Fresno City College in July. She has extensive experience with California community colleges, including her current role as president of Grossmont College.

Scholars Accused of Sexual Misconduct Receive Significantly Fewer Citations After Allegations Are Made Public

Authors accused of sexual misconduct were found to be cited less after their allegations were made public. However, the same pattern was not found among scholars accused of scientific misconduct.