Year of Natural Disaster to Bring Changes in 2012
2011 often felt like the ‘Year of the Disaster,’ and we can expect municipalities around the nation to look next year for ways to mitigate losses caused by natural disasters.
One of Least Productive Years in Congressional History Ahead
The 2012 congressional elections will see Republicans hold onto the U.S. House of Representatives and Democrats hold onto the Senate, a University of Alabama political scientist predicts.
Tablets, Other Mobile Devices to Become More Evident in Hospitals
iPads aren’t just on little Bobby and Susie’s list – medical workers also have an iPad or other tablet device at the top of their holiday gift-wish list.
Middle East Unrest, Sputtering Economies to Keep Fuel Prices Unstable
Fuel prices will remain unstable in 2012 as pressure from all sides influence the cost of crude oil, according to a University of Alabama engineering professor who follows the petroleum markets.
Health Care Will Continue to be a Pain in the Head
The intensity and confusion surrounding the health-care debate will increase in 2012, a University of Alabama insurance expert predicts.
Occupy Protesters Unlikely to See Increase in Court Victories
Occupy Wall Street protesters can expect mixed results in litigation, says a University of Alabama First Amendment expert.
Low Interest Rates Ain’t Gonna Last
So, if interest rates are at record low levels, it’s pretty safe to predict that they are going to increase, right? “Right,” says Dr. Benton Gup, a University of Alabama finance professor, “but let’s not make the same mistakes that led to the failure and consolidation of thousands of financial institutions in the 1980s.”
UA Offers Pre-, Post-Holiday Recycling Drop Off to Community
Community members looking for a place to drop off their pre- and post-Christmas recyclables have the option of using The University of Alabama recycling center.
UA Awarded ‘Gold Seal’ Accreditation for Protecting Research Participants
The University of Alabama’s safeguards in protecting its research participants exceed federal requirements, according to an independent organization that announced today it is awarding UA full accreditation status.
UA in the News: November 23, 2011
UA chemistry student selected to attend international climate change conference – psychology professor discusses stress – traffic safety experts discuss holiday travel findings – UA wins food drive – Crimson Tide football recognized for tornado relief – and more …