Bert Gambini

Buffalo

News Content Manager, University at Buffalo at UBNow

News Content Manager, University at Buffalo (Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences)

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New theory explains moral reaction to hypocrisy

1 week ago | buffalo.edu | Bert Gambini

A UB researcher has published a study that uses elements of philosophy, psychology and game theory to develop a model of hypocrisy that helps distinguish genuine criticism from grandstanding opposition.
UB to host conference exploring media’s effects on morality

2 weeks ago | buffalo.edu | Bert Gambini

Some of the world’s leading researchers working at the intersection of media and morality will be at UB from April 11-13 for this year’s Moral Media Conference. The conference opens with a reception for attendees on April 11 at the Terrace at Delaware Park. That will be followed by two full-day sessions beginning at 8:15 a.m. in 120 Clemens on the university’s North Campus. Registration is closed, but those interested in attending can contact the conference organizers.
UB to present panel on prison writing

3 weeks ago | buffalo.edu | Bert Gambini

Dashiell Hammett, Oscar Wilde, and Jack London: In addition to a shared literary heritage, they were all incarcerated during their lifetimes. The three are also among the authors and works to be featured in a panel discussion and book exhibit examining the intellectual and creative contributions of incarcerated authors presented by the University at Buffalo Prison Studies Certificate.
UB to present panel on prison writing

3 weeks ago | buffalo.edu | Bert Gambini

BUFFALO, N.Y. – Dashiell Hammett, Oscar Wilde, and Jack London: In addition to a shared literary heritage, they were all incarcerated during their lifetimes. The three are also among the authors and works to be featured in a panel discussion and book exhibit examining the intellectual and creative contributions of incarcerated authors presented by the University at Buffalo Prison Studies Certificate.
Study reveals hidden social benefits of listening to music alone

1 month ago | buffalo.edu | Bert Gambini

Listening to music by yourself might not seem like a social activity, but UB researchers have published a study that suggests how doing so can have valuable social benefits. “It’s a great way to give yourself a social boost and increase your well-being,” says Elaine Paravati, the study’s corresponding author, who conducted the research while completing her doctorate at UB.
Study finds solo music listening boosts social well-being

1 month ago | phys.org | Bert Gambini

Listening to music by yourself might not seem like a social activity, but University at Buffalo researchers have published a study that suggests how doing so can have valuable social benefits.
U.S. Commission on Civil Rights asks UB social work researcher to speak on the importance of language access

1 month ago | buffalo.edu | Bert Gambini

The United States Commission on Civil Rights has invited Yunju Nam, associate professor in the School of Social Work, to participate on a panel examining the extent to which language barriers limit access to government services for individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP). The public briefing at 10 a.m. March 21 in Washington, D.C., will be livestreamed on the commission’s YouTube channel.
UB social work researcher to testify on the importance of language access

1 month ago | buffalo.edu | Bert Gambini

BUFFALO, N.Y. – The United States Commission on Civil Rights has invited Yunju Nam, PhD, an associate professor in the University at Buffalo School of Social Work, to participate on a panel examining the extent to which language barriers limit access to government services for individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP). The public briefing at 10 a.m. on March 21 in Washington, D.C., will be livestreamed on the commission’s YouTube channel.
Solo soundtrack: Study reveals the hidden social benefits of listening to music alone

1 month ago | buffalo.edu | Bert Gambini

BUFFALO, N.Y. – Listening to music by yourself might not seem like a social activity, but University at Buffalo researchers have published a study that suggests how doing so can have valuable social benefits. “It’s a great way to give yourself a social boost and increase your well-being,” says Elaine Paravati, PhD, the study’s corresponding author, who conducted the research while completing her doctorate at UB.
Simulation demonstrates difficulties of return to society after release from jail

1 month ago | buffalo.edu | Bert Gambini

During a break, Darryl Epps Jr. asked for input from participants as to how many had landed in the “holding center” on the landing of the stairway nearby, how many had run out of money, and how many had experienced other real-life challenges faced by those who are re-entering society. Epps told participants that in the next round of the simulation, “Everyone is going to pick up a wild card,” introducing real-life unpredictability. Photo: Nancy J.