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Is the Hippocampus Associated with Implicit Memory?

Scott D. Slotnick author of Cognitive Neuroscience of Memory asks the question Is the Hippocampus Associated with Implicit Memory?

Scott D. Slotnick | 20 Mar 2017

Michael J. Hogan Leads a Journey through the Life and Afterlife of President John F. Kennedy

With the publication of The Afterlife of John F. Kennedy: A Biography, Michael J. Hogan explores some of the most memorable moments of JFK’s presidency and afterlife. Read More ?

Michael J. Hogan | 17 Mar 2017

An Interview with Rolf Reber author of ‘Critical Feeling’

‘Critical Feeling‘ – a new concept combining insights from different disciplines to address personal and societal issues. Cambridge author Rolf Reber discusses the theoretical and empirical...

Rolf Reber | 17 Mar 2017

The Birth of Jazz Diplomacy

Anna Harwell Celenza, author of Jazz Italian Style - From its Origins in New Orleans to Fascist Italy and Sinatra (2017), explores the origin of US jazz diplomacy.

Anna Harwell Celenza | 16 Mar 2017

Trump and Transgender Bathroom Access

Frank Ravitch, author of Freedom's Edge: Religious Freedom, Sexual Freedom, and the Future of America (2016), analyzes the Trump Administration's decision to withdraw Title IX guidance protecting transgender students in American schools.

Frank S. Ravitch | 13 Mar 2017

Superior Memory Does Not Come Without a Cost

Scott D. Slotnick author of Cognitive Neuroscience of Memory gives us an insight into superior memory research.

Scott D. Slotnick | 13 Mar 2017

Steve Reich: 80th Birthday Celebrations – Part 2

The Percussive Arts Society International Convention is a four-day event featuring concerts, workshops, master classes, and lectures. This year it was held in Indianapolis, Indiana from November 9-12....

Russell Hartenberger | 10 Mar 2017

Steve Reich: 80th Birthday Celebrations – Part 1

On October 3, 2016, Steve Reich celebrated his 80th birthday. This festive occasion was the catalyst for a year-long tribute to the man who has been acclaimed as “our greatest living composer” (New...

Russell Hartenberger | 10 Mar 2017

International Women’s Day: spotlight on Emily Dickinson

If Emily Dickinson were alive today, would she be celebrating International Women’s Day?  That’s a tough call to make.  This year’s theme for International Women’s Day calls upon women and allies...

Mary Loeffelholz | 10 Mar 2017

International Women’s Day: spotlight on Hildegard of Bingen

To commemorate International Women’s Day, it seems appropriate to think about the “career” trajectory of Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179), and what might have influenced it. Hildegard...

Jennifer Bain | 10 Mar 2017

International Women’s Day: spotlight on feminist literary criticism

To celebrate International Women's Day from the 6th - 10th March 2017 we will be sharing brand new blog content from our authors which explore the themes of 'IWD 2017' and continue the discussion on feminism and women today and through the ages. In this blog post Gill Plain and Susan Sellers, authors of A History of Feminist Literary Criticism, ask whether we are now in a post-feminist era

Gill Plain, Susan Sellers | 9 Mar 2017

International Women’s Day: paths to the podium

To celebrate International Women's Day from the 6th - 10th March 2017 we will be sharing brand new blog content from our authors which explore the themes of 'IWD 2017' and continue the discussion on feminism and women today and through the ages. In this blog post Jeanice Brooks, author of The Musical Work of Nadia Boulanger, explores the monumental career of this female composer, conductor and teacher.

Jeanice Brooks | 9 Mar 2017