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Meet the team who made the recent Research File Storage upgrade a reality

Ayesha Hardison, associate professor of English and director of the History of Black Writing, uses archival material to explore Black literature and culture during the Great Depression

Portrait of Giselle Anatol standing at top of staircase.

"During my time as interim director, I sought to promote the Hall Center as a flourishing, welcoming and inclusive space for the celebration and advancement of humanistic research and productivity. I very much look forward to continuing this work in collaboration with the many students, faculty, staff and community members who are invested in all that the humanities have to offer.” 


KU research in the media

Kansas lakes contain hidden pollution with unknown health impacts, study finds

Ted Harris, associate research professor at the Kansas Biological Survey & Center for Ecological Research, found microplastics in every lake sampled in the state.

For Wellness And Happiness, Study Shows That Conversation Is Key

Jeff Hall, professor of communications studies, finds that it takes about 40-60 hours of time together to build a casual friendship and about 200 hours for a close friendship.

The history of Emmett Till: From lynching to national remembrance

Dave Tell, professor of communications studies, spoke about the criminal cases following the lynching of Emmett Till.

Joe Rogan Boosted a Bad Space Study. It’s Scientists Who Are Paying the Price.

Allison Kirkpatrick, assistant professor of astronomy, spoke about the danger of misinformation in science.

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