http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University Research News RSS en-us Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:35:05 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/new-cber-research-offers-a-clearer-way-to-compare-indiana-school-outcomes https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/new-cber-research-offers-a-clearer-way-to-compare-indiana-school-outcomes New research from Ball State University’s Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) provides a new, easy-to-use way to compare how Indiana public school corporations are performing—one that helps place test results in context and makes comparisons across very different communities more meaningful. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:39:29 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-study-finds-childhood-obesity-can-weigh-down-the-american-dream https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-study-finds-childhood-obesity-can-weigh-down-the-american-dream While the national conversation around childhood obesity often focuses on rising healthcare costs, new research co-authored by Ball State University economist Dr. Maoyong Fan suggests the crisis may also be limiting the “American Dream.” Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:49:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/university-libraries-establishes-open-access-publishing-agreement-with-cambridge-university-press https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/university-libraries-establishes-open-access-publishing-agreement-with-cambridge-university-press Ball State University Libraries has signed a new open access publishing agreement with Cambridge University Press, significantly expanding opportunities for Ball State scholars to share their research broadly—without financial barriers. Wed, 10 Sep 2025 14:43:49 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/ball-state-professor-awarded-nsf-grant--for-autism-research https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/ball-state-professor-awarded-nsf-grant--for-autism-research Dr. Shireen Kanakri has received a $266,028 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support a three-year research project focused on the impact of daylight on children with autism. Dr. Kanakri has also been selected for the U.S. Department of State’s prestigious Fulbright Specialist Roster. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 13:41:18 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/06/ball-state-university-libraries-launches-research-guide-on-ethical-ai-use https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/06/ball-state-university-libraries-launches-research-guide-on-ethical-ai-use Ball State University Libraries has introduced a new research guide to help students, faculty, staff, and community members use AI more thoughtfully and effectively. Tue, 24 Jun 2025 12:20:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-among-nations-most-impactful-universities-with-dual-carnegie-recognition https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-among-nations-most-impactful-universities-with-dual-carnegie-recognition Ball State University is one of just 27 colleges and universities nationwide—and the only institution in Indiana—to receive both Research 2 (R2) and Opportunity College & University (OCU) designations in the newly released 2025 Carnegie Classifications of Institutions of Higher Education. Thu, 08 May 2025 15:02:28 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/todd-siebert-memorial-foundation-donates-25000-to-support-als-and-ftd-research-at-ball-state https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/todd-siebert-memorial-foundation-donates-25000-to-support-als-and-ftd-research-at-ball-state The Smaldino ALS/FTD Research Project Fund within Ball State University's Department of Biology has received a donation of $25,000 from the Todd Siebert Memorial Foundation. Wed, 07 May 2025 01:29:21 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/12/indiana-residents-weigh-in-on-policy-priorities-in-2024-hoosier-survey https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/12/indiana-residents-weigh-in-on-policy-priorities-in-2024-hoosier-survey The 2024 Hoosier Survey, conducted by the Bowen Center for Public Affairs at Ball State University, identifies Indiana residents’ top three policy priorities heading into the new year: school safety, public safety, and healthcare. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 14:28:21 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/ball-state-research-historic-tax-credit-projects-benefit-low--to-moderate-income-households https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/ball-state-research-historic-tax-credit-projects-benefit-low--to-moderate-income-households A new report from Ball State University researchers reveals that more than half of the housing units created or rehabilitated using historic rehabilitation tax credits (HRTC) for income-producing properties in Indiana have been designated for low- to moderate-income households. Wed, 09 Oct 2024 18:00:55 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/07/study-reveals-critical-childcare-challenges-impacting-workforce-participation https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/07/study-reveals-critical-childcare-challenges-impacting-workforce-participation A new study conducted by Ball State University's Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) highlights the significant impact of childcare availability and costs on women's participation in the workforce in Indiana. Tue, 09 Jul 2024 17:34:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/ball-state-university-study-highlights-impact-of-indiana-regional-cities-initiative https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/ball-state-university-study-highlights-impact-of-indiana-regional-cities-initiative A new study from Ball State University’s Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) reveals the important economic impact of Indiana’s Regional Cities Initiative (RCI). The report, which is available on the CBER website, highlights the program’s success in fostering significant private and public investment across the state, spurring nearly $1.6 billion in economic activity. Tue, 28 May 2024 15:11:52 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/04/caitlin-clark-effect-means-millions-of-dollars-for-central-indiana https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/04/caitlin-clark-effect-means-millions-of-dollars-for-central-indiana Studies from Ball State University's Miller College of Business and College of Communication, Information, and Media and Game Day provide perspective on the economic impact of the Indiana Fever selecting University of Iowa sensation Caitlin Clark with the No. 1-overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft. Thu, 11 Apr 2024 12:45:29 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/04/ball-state-university-study-finds-psychological-health-of-investors-and-stock-market-linked https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/04/ball-state-university-study-finds-psychological-health-of-investors-and-stock-market-linked A recent study by two Ball State University faculty members has found a clear and robust link between local stock market downturns and an increase in antidepressant use among investors. Thu, 11 Apr 2024 20:13:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/ball-state-biology-professor-secures-grant-to-study-nerve-regeneration-in-mice https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/ball-state-biology-professor-secures-grant-to-study-nerve-regeneration-in-mice Dr. Ashley Kalinski, assistant professor of biology at Ball State University, was awarded a grant from the Merkin Peripheral Neuropathy and Nerve Regeneration Center at Johns Hopkins University to study nerve regeneration in mice Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:41:10 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/todd-siebert-memorial-foundation-boosts-als-research-at-ball-state-university https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/todd-siebert-memorial-foundation-boosts-als-research-at-ball-state-university Ball State University's Department of Biology has received a significant donation of $20,000 from the Todd Siebert Memorial Foundation. The foundation, aimed at advancing research in C9ORF72-linked Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), was established in honor of Todd Siebert, who lost his battle with ALS in 2021 at the age of 51. Thu, 01 Feb 2024 20:02:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/election-integrity-state-taxes-among-subjects-in-final-round-of-2023-hoosier-survey-results https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/election-integrity-state-taxes-among-subjects-in-final-round-of-2023-hoosier-survey-results Indiana residents shared their opinions about election integrity and state tax spending in the third and final round of results from the 2023 Hoosier Survey, released today by Ball State University’s Bowen Center for Public Affairs. Thu, 15 Feb 2024 14:33:35 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/indiana-residents-give-opinions-on-president-biden-gov-holcomb-in-2023-hoosier-survey https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/indiana-residents-give-opinions-on-president-biden-gov-holcomb-in-2023-hoosier-survey Ball State University’s 2023 Hoosier Survey—the Bowen Center for Public Affairs’ annual non-partisan public policy study—is once again providing insight into Indiana residents’ thoughts about the effectiveness of President Joe Biden and Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb. Tue, 23 Jan 2024 15:25:28 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/hoosiers-stances-on-marijuana-abortion-highlighted-in-2023-hoosier-survey-results https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/hoosiers-stances-on-marijuana-abortion-highlighted-in-2023-hoosier-survey-results The Bowen Center for Public Affairs at Ball State University has released the first of three rounds of results from the 2023 Hoosier Survey, the center’s annual non-partisan public policy study. The results represent the pulse of the state regarding the most pressing issues facing Indiana residents. Tue, 16 Jan 2024 13:37:50 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/12/covid-19-learning-loss-recovery-in-indiana-schools-remains-slow-uneven https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/12/covid-19-learning-loss-recovery-in-indiana-schools-remains-slow-uneven A new study from Ball State University’s Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) shows that the effects of learning loss suffered by students in Indiana public schools as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to be felt statewide. Thu, 14 Dec 2023 17:04:59 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/caitlyn-placek-earns-fulbright-global-scholar-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/caitlyn-placek-earns-fulbright-global-scholar-award Dr. Caitlyn Placek, associate professor in Ball State University’s Department of Anthropology, is spending six months abroad as a recipient of the Fulbright Global Scholar Award—part of the Fulbright Scholar Program. Tue, 26 Sep 2023 14:57:44 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/08/ball-state-university-teachers-college-awarded-nearly-2-million-dollar-grant https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/08/ball-state-university-teachers-college-awarded-nearly-2-million-dollar-grant Ball State University’s Department of Special Education and Department of Educational Psychology, both in the University’s Teachers College, were awarded a $1,999,999 grant from the United States Department of Education as part of the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) and the Special Education Research Grants Program. Tue, 29 Aug 2023 15:26:55 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/08/ball-state-archaeologist-leads-researchers-to-refute-claims-that-comet-destroyed-hopewell-culture https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/08/ball-state-archaeologist-leads-researchers-to-refute-claims-that-comet-destroyed-hopewell-culture Dr. Kevin C. Nolan, director and senior archaeologist of the Applied Anthropology Laboratories at Ball State University, along with eleven other scholars with varied expertise, have refuted claims by University of Cincinnati archaeologist Dr. Kenneth Tankersley that “evidence of a cosmic airburst at 11 Hopewell archaeological sites in three states stretching across the Ohio River Valley.” Thu, 10 Aug 2023 17:25:32 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/domestic-cognitive-labor-for-mothers-and-fathers-subject-of-ball-state-research https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/domestic-cognitive-labor-for-mothers-and-fathers-subject-of-ball-state-research Key findings of a recent study, spearheaded by Dr. Richard J. Petts, professor of Sociology at Ball State University, indicate that mothers spend more than twice as much time performing domestic cognitive labor—planning, organizing, and monitoring family needs—than fathers do. Thu, 11 May 2023 18:01:06 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/12/ball-state-university-study-identifies-most-likely-semiconductor-plant-locations https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/12/ball-state-university-study-identifies-most-likely-semiconductor-plant-locations With the likelihood of the U.S. experiencing growth in the manufacturing of semiconductors, researchers at Ball State University have pinpointed the locations across the country most likely to experience expansion of semiconductor chip production in the coming years. Thu, 15 Dec 2022 19:20:29 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/12/indiana-public-broadcasting-ball-state-university-unveil-results-from-2022-hoosier-survey https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/12/indiana-public-broadcasting-ball-state-university-unveil-results-from-2022-hoosier-survey Indiana Public Broadcasting and Ball State University’s Bowen Center for Public Affairs have unveiled the results from the 2022 Hoosier Survey. This non-partisan public policy survey is designed to take the pulse of the state regarding the most pressing issues facing Indiana residents, and provides policymakers with a measure of public opinion on current issues facing the state and nation. Mon, 05 Dec 2022 16:37:07 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/11/ball-state-holds-inaugural-molinaro-faculty-fellow-dedication https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/11/ball-state-holds-inaugural-molinaro-faculty-fellow-dedication Three faculty members of Ball State University’s Miller College of Business were selected as inaugural inductees of the Father Kenneth M. Molinaro, CSC Faculty Fellowship Program in a recent ceremony held in the Molinaro Hall of Fame Room of the Whitinger Business Building. Fri, 11 Nov 2022 14:36:48 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/11/study-explores-relationship-between-high-performing-employees-and-entitlement-in-the-workplace https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/11/study-explores-relationship-between-high-performing-employees-and-entitlement-in-the-workplace Dr. Brian Webster, an associate professor of Management in the Miller College of Business at Ball State University, recently co-authored a research paper about a study that explores the relationships between high-performing employees and perceived entitlement in the workplace Tue, 01 Nov 2022 15:48:43 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/10/ball-state-university-biology-professor-awarded-grant-to-study-animal-embryo-development https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/10/ball-state-university-biology-professor-awarded-grant-to-study-animal-embryo-development Ball State University’s Dr. Jessica Ward, associate professor of Biology, has been awarded a grant from the National Science Foundation to investigate how embryos of aquatic animal species learn about the world before hatching. Thu, 20 Oct 2022 17:30:43 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/teachers-college-awarded-grant-to-develop-program-to-support-gifted-students-with-disabilities https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/teachers-college-awarded-grant-to-develop-program-to-support-gifted-students-with-disabilities Ball State University’s Teachers College has been awarded a $2.6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) to develop and implement an inclusive approach to identifying and supporting gifted students with disabilities. Tue, 27 Sep 2022 13:01:50 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ball-state-university-study-reveals-fishing-invasion-superhighways https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ball-state-university-study-reveals-fishing-invasion-superhighways A recent study conducted by researchers at Ball State University, in partnership with Fishbrain, the world’s most popular fishing app, offers new insight into “invasion superhighways,” in which aquatic invasive species are spreading across the U.S. Wed, 07 Sep 2022 15:31:37 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/two-ball-state-university-professors-receive-usda-grant https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/two-ball-state-university-professors-receive-usda-grant The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently awarded two Ball State University professors a grant to study the effects of economic and social stress on those living in rural communities. Wed, 20 Apr 2022 13:06:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-miller-college-of-business-hosting-cutting-edge-conversations-april-13 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-miller-college-of-business-hosting-cutting-edge-conversations-april-13 Ball State University’s Miller College of Business is back on April 13 with its latest installment of “Cutting Edge Conversations.” This free, virtual program is an opportunity to hear from three innovative professors, who offer their thoughts and research on three different issues discussed today on social media, in newspapers, and on the airwaves. Mon, 04 Apr 2022 17:09:48 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/03/college-of-health-establishes-center-for-substance-use-research-and-community-initiatives https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/03/college-of-health-establishes-center-for-substance-use-research-and-community-initiatives Ball State University announced today a new initiative, the Center for Substance Use Research and Community Initiatives (SURCI), that strives to establish its College of Health as a leading academic institution for addictions research and community interventions to address substance misuse. Wed, 09 Mar 2022 14:08:38 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/01/cber-study---covid-19-delivery-method-no-significant-learning-loss https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/01/cber-study---covid-19-delivery-method-no-significant-learning-loss Students, teachers, and administrators across the country have faced unprecedented challenges since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. But researchers at Ball State University have concluded that various modes of instruction—whether in-person, virtual, or hybrid—did not play a significant role in learning loss among students in Indiana public schools during the 2020-21 school year. Wed, 19 Jan 2022 16:12:36 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/01/study-examines-ties-between-federal-contractors-and-political-contributions https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/01/study-examines-ties-between-federal-contractors-and-political-contributions A recently published research paper, co-authored by two Ball State University faculty members, explores how some firms that default on federal contracts try to mitigate their reputation by boosting their financial political contributions and increasing their spending on lobbying. Wed, 05 Jan 2022 15:44:01 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/11/parental-leave-impact-on-job-commitment-perceptions-study https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/11/parental-leave-impact-on-job-commitment-perceptions-study A recent study, spearheaded by Dr. Richard J. Petts, professor of Sociology at Ball State University, examines if and how workplace leave policies affect perceived job commitment. Tue, 02 Nov 2021 18:21:06 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/07/susan-mcdowell-named-to-aplu-council-on-research https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/07/susan-mcdowell-named-to-aplu-council-on-research Dr. Susan McDowell, Vice Provost for Research at Ball State University, has been named an Association of Public and Land-grant Universities’ (APLU) Council on Research Leader Fellow. Mon, 19 Jul 2021 13:15:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/06/school-choice-in-indiana-leads-to-88-million-savings https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/06/school-choice-in-indiana-leads-to-88-million-savings Researchers at Ball State University have found that Indiana’s school choice options resulted in a savings of almost $90 million in the 2019-20 school year. Wed, 16 Jun 2021 19:28:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/02/dr-winnie-mucherah-awarded-carnegie-african-diaspora-fellowship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/02/dr-winnie-mucherah-awarded-carnegie-african-diaspora-fellowship Dr. Winnie Mucherah has once again earned a fellowship through the Institute of International Education (IIE) and its Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program. Fri, 26 Feb 2021 02:32:23 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/02/22-percent-of-americans-plan-on-declining-covid-19-vaccine https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/02/22-percent-of-americans-plan-on-declining-covid-19-vaccine About 22 percent of Americans say they are not likely to get immunized against COVID-19, according to research that included a Ball State University professor. Wed, 24 Feb 2021 19:52:19 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/pandemic-has-sent-depression-anxiety-rates-skyrocketing-across-nation https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/pandemic-has-sent-depression-anxiety-rates-skyrocketing-across-nation Depression and anxiety rates have more than doubled during the pandemic, according to a team of researchers at Ball State University. Thu, 28 Jan 2021 20:26:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/researcher-pandemic-devastating-states-restaurant-industry https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/researcher-pandemic-devastating-states-restaurant-industry The COVID-19 pandemic is devastating the food industry in Indiana with 41 percent of restaurant owners reporting financial problems so severe that they may shutter operations by the end of the year. Tue, 15 Dec 2020 18:11:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/chronic-kidney-disease-depression-increases-risk-for-falling https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/chronic-kidney-disease-depression-increases-risk-for-falling Ball State researcher points out that people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) who suffer from depressive disorders (DEP) are more likely to have suffered a fall or fall-related injury Mon, 14 Dec 2020 15:28:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/covid-19-leading-to-cuts-in-local-government-services https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/covid-19-leading-to-cuts-in-local-government-services Many local Indiana governments are anticipating cuts to services because of the COVID-19 impact on local government budgets. Wed, 09 Dec 2020 15:40:51 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/study-immigrant-essential-workers-are-at-high-risk-of-covid-19-infection https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/study-immigrant-essential-workers-are-at-high-risk-of-covid-19-infection Working in essential industries is associated with an increased risk of COVID-19 infection among Bhutanese and Burmese refugees. Wed, 09 Dec 2020 15:45:57 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/expressions-of-gratitude-lift-spirits-says-ball-state-professor https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/expressions-of-gratitude-lift-spirits-says-ball-state-professor Ball State researcher Jill Walls believes a dose of gratitude might be the boost families need to lift spirits during the holiday season. Mon, 07 Dec 2020 14:21:15 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/11/study-certain-groups-masked-up-more-than-others-during-early-days-of-pandemic https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/11/study-certain-groups-masked-up-more-than-others-during-early-days-of-pandemic During the early stages of the pandemic, women, racial minorities, and older adults were more likely to wear masks. Fri, 20 Nov 2020 19:11:26 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/11/covid-stress-eating https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/11/covid-stress-eating Study finds stress related to COVID-19 is to blame for more Americans eating unhealthily Wed, 04 Nov 2020 21:00:31 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/10/parents-can-create-new-halloween-traditions-during-pandemic https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/10/parents-can-create-new-halloween-traditions-during-pandemic Parents should create new Halloween traditions as the CDC urges avoiding high-risk activities such as trick-or-treating and parties. Mon, 19 Oct 2020 19:51:54 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/10/switching-campaign-to-online https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/10/switching-campaign-to-online A Ball State political science professor points out that online platforms will allow President Trump to continue to campaign while convalescing from a positive test for COVID-19. Fri, 02 Oct 2020 16:50:18 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/9/presidential-debate-not-must-see-tv https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/9/presidential-debate-not-must-see-tv Ball State professor Dom Caristi says there will be no viewing records established during the presidential debate. Tue, 29 Sep 2020 14:15:29 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/9/ginsburgs-replacement-causing-controversy https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/9/ginsburgs-replacement-causing-controversy Chad Kinsella, a Ball State political science professor, believes any attempt to replace deceased Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg will increase the controversy surrounding the presidential election. Tue, 22 Sep 2020 13:04:07 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/9/study-university-students-in-mexico-city-have-low-levels-of-fertility-awareness https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/9/study-university-students-in-mexico-city-have-low-levels-of-fertility-awareness A new study finds that college students in Mexico City have low levels of awareness about fertility issues and many don’t want to have children at all. Tue, 15 Sep 2020 18:54:49 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/study-restaurant-industry-adding-robots-to-offset-rising-labor-costs https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/study-restaurant-industry-adding-robots-to-offset-rising-labor-costs Dina Marie Zemke, an associate professor of residential property management, found that the overwhelming majority of survey respondents believed that there was no stopping the robotic transformation of the food service industry, including quick service restaurants. Fri, 04 Sep 2020 17:40:57 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/nursing-mother-chimps-head-for-the-caves-during-a-scorcher https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/nursing-mother-chimps-head-for-the-caves-during-a-scorcher Primatologist finds evidence that lactating chimpanzees find refuge in caves during the hottest parts of the year and day in West Africa. Mon, 17 Aug 2020 19:54:25 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/indiana-manufacturing-logistics-sound https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/indiana-manufacturing-logistics-sound Indiana continues strong performance in the manufacturing and logistics sectors despite challenges from COVID-19. Fri, 14 Aug 2020 13:48:09 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/study-food-insecurity-leads-to-longterm-health-issues-for-many-americans https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/study-food-insecurity-leads-to-longterm-health-issues-for-many-americans In the first long-term study of food insecurity in the U.S., hungry people are more likely to develop serious health issues — particularly cardiovascular disease— that raises the chances of an early death. Fri, 07 Aug 2020 17:44:55 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/protecting-others-is-winning-message-during-pandemic https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/protecting-others-is-winning-message-during-pandemic New research shows that most people will wear a mask or practice social distancing during this pandemic if they believe it will help others. Mon, 03 Aug 2020 14:46:31 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/7/digital-divide-impairs-education-across-indiana https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/7/digital-divide-impairs-education-across-indiana New study from Center for Business and Economic Research found that the interruption of school in March 2020 resulted in wide variation in delivering online education due to large gaps in internet access across the state. About 68,649 to 84,118 Indiana school-age children do not have internet access at home. Wed, 29 Jul 2020 12:30:41 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/7/more-people-turning-to-social-media-for-news https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/7/more-people-turning-to-social-media-for-news More people are getting their news from social media than from radio and print sources, combined, and that can lead to increased confusion, says a telecommunications professor. Thu, 23 Jul 2020 15:43:05 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/indiana-tourism-needs-state-help https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/indiana-tourism-needs-state-help A new report recommends Indiana state officials work with the private sector to breathe life into the tourism, vacation, and hospitality sectors. Tue, 30 Jun 2020 14:21:00 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/wabash-river-could-provide-global-example https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/wabash-river-could-provide-global-example The Wabash River could be returned to a pristine state by using modern conservation applications, according to research from Ball State University. Tue, 23 Jun 2020 20:31:11 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/study-public-investment-in-pro-sports-teams-has-a-long-term-payoff https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/study-public-investment-in-pro-sports-teams-has-a-long-term-payoff New research indicates cities with pro sports franchises should take a long-term approach when expecting an economic payoff. Tue, 16 Jun 2020 16:24:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/in-person-voting-linked-to-spread-covid-19 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/in-person-voting-linked-to-spread-covid-19 Researchers find a significant association between in-person voting and the spread of COVID-19 two to three weeks after Wisconsin’s primary on April 7. Mon, 18 May 2020 13:48:18 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/water-shortages-loom-for-1-3-billion-people https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/water-shortages-loom-for-1-3-billion-people Research indicates water shortages may loom in the future of 1 billion people living downstream from the Himalayas in Nepal, due to climate change. Wed, 13 May 2020 12:38:04 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/prof-receives-fulbright-honor https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/prof-receives-fulbright-honor An anthropology professor will conduct research in Bosnia-Herzegovina next year as a result of winning a U.S. Scholar award from the Fulbright Program. Mon, 11 May 2020 20:02:24 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/fridays-jobs-report-will-be-grim https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/fridays-jobs-report-will-be-grim When the U.S Department of Labor releases its jobs report for the month of April this week, expect the nation’s unemployment rate to jump to about 17.4%. Wed, 06 May 2020 20:40:41 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/social-interaction-important-for-college-students https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/social-interaction-important-for-college-students Thu, 30 Apr 2020 20:42:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/advice-spend-stimulus-payment-wisely https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/advice-spend-stimulus-payment-wisely Ball State University’s business faculty have devised a model to help Americans spend their stimulus checks. Thu, 23 Apr 2020 18:24:01 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/study-covid19-to-cause-local-government-to-lose-millions-in-tax-revenues https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/study-covid19-to-cause-local-government-to-lose-millions-in-tax-revenues CBER report says local government tax revenues for 2020 were expected to be stagnant even before COVID-19 forced a shutdown of the economy to mitigate the impact of the disease. The closure might cost more than $200 million in an optimistic scenario. Mon, 13 Apr 2020 20:22:05 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/covid-19-causes-major-job-losses https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/covid-19-causes-major-job-losses CBER director Michael Hicks believes that the $6.6 million jobs lost in the last week reflects the accelerating closure of commerce as Americans quickly embrace social distancing. Thu, 02 Apr 2020 19:22:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/unemployment-to-top-10-percent-in-45-days https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/unemployment-to-top-10-percent-in-45-days Extreme social distancing in the United States will create a recession as mass layoffs cause unemployment to exceed 10.5% nationally and 10% in Indiana within 45 days. Within 90 days, unemployment may rise to 14.6% nationally and 14.5% Indiana. Thu, 19 Mar 2020 19:18:31 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/2/hoosiers-pay-more-for-healthcare https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/2/hoosiers-pay-more-for-healthcare New CBER study finds Hoosiers spend much more per person on healthcare than do residents in ‘less healthy’ states. Fri, 28 Feb 2020 15:28:50 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/2/ecigarette-taxes-increase-cigarette-sales https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/2/ecigarette-taxes-increase-cigarette-sales E-cigarette taxes reduce e-cigarette sales, but cause increase cigarette sales. Tue, 11 Feb 2020 16:38:21 +0000