Category: Columns

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Wildly Successful: The Dormouse

There is an animal virtually all of us have heard of, yet very few of us actually know. Possessing remarkable abilities that challenge scientific understanding, they guard their secrets well. Read on to discover the identity of these mysterious creatures.
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RMA Presents “Histories of Asian Imperialism and Today’s China”

The lecture by Professor Westad focused on the historical context of Asian imperialism, China's international reforms, and their global economic consequences. He emphasized the need for the US to employ measures such as deterrence and improved communication to manage tensions and avoid potential conflicts in its relationship with China. The Q&A session addressed various topics, including China's military influence, its relationship with Russia, and the implications of its economic support for North Korea.
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RMA Presents “Why Our Brains Need Wildlands”

Dr. Susan Masino discussed the interdependence of wildlands and brain health, stressing the importance of preserving nature for mental well-being and overall health. She presented evidence of the mental health benefits of nature, advocated for the permanent protection of wildlands, and called for more land to be dedicated to nature to support long-term individual and collective health. Additionally, Dr. Masino highlighted the potential of wildlands to yield compounds with medical applications, emphasizing the need to preserve these areas for their various health benefits.
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RMA Presents “From Search Engine to Generative AI: How ChatGPT Changed the World in a Few Months”

Dr. Rick Lawrence discussed the differences between the Google search engine, which uses the PageRank algorithm to display verbatim text from reliable websites, and artificial intelligence (AI), which can create new responses based on a large database but may not always be accurate. He also addressed the capabilities of AI, the challenges of regulating AI, and the potential impact of AI on society, including issues such as misinformation, job elimination, and the responsibility for regulating AI. Further research is needed to determine whether and how AI can be controlled to behave ethically.
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Embracing A More Mature 2024

The signs of age seem to creep up on us much faster than expected and without any warning! We can fight back or embrace them with the understanding that they are all far better than the alternative!
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Generations need to work together to help save lives

I encourage you to talk to your neighbors, sisters, brothers, parents, kids, nieces, nephews, grandchildren and their friends about the importance of donating blood. Donating blood is a simple thing to do but can make a big difference in the lives of others.
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RMA Presents “Cannabinoids and Cooking”

Dr. Joseph Feuerstein, an assistant professor of medicine at Columbia and Quinnipiac, discussed his book "The Cannabinoid Cookbook," co-authored with celebrity chef Daniel Green, which explores how to use herbs and spices to improve health without CBD or hemp products. He highlighted the use of natural foods like black pepper, turmeric, basil, rosemary, flax, oregano, cloves, and cinnamon to enhance sleep, mood, and reduce stress. Additionally, he shared a video of Chef Daniel preparing a dish that provides essential nutrients, promoting good cholesterol, blood pressure, and mimicking the effect of insulin in the body.
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RMA Presents “What You Need to Know About Your Cataract”

Dr. Cynthia MacKay discussed cataracts, the leading cause of blindness globally, and cataract extraction, the most common surgical procedure in medicine. She emphasized that almost everyone will develop a cataract if they live long enough, with the majority having a dense cataract that can significantly impact daily activities by age seventy. Dr. MacKay also provided insights into the causes, symptoms, prevention, and treatment of cataracts, including the importance of lifestyle factors such as avoiding smoking, wearing UV-blocking sunglasses, and controlling blood sugar for diabetics.
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RMA Presents “Will the Lights Go Out in New England?…”

State Senator Ryan Fazio, representing Connecticut’s 36th District, addressed the challenges faced by New England and Connecticut in terms of electricity prices and supply. He emphasized the need for substantive policy and infrastructure changes to ensure a reliable energy supply, prevent major price hikes, and protect the environment. Senator Fazio advocated for an "all-of-the-above" clean energy policy, promoting fair and equal treatment for various energy sources, including nuclear, hydro, solar, and wind, to achieve environmental and reliability goals.
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