UA Research Activity Makes Significant Gains
The University of Alabama’s contract and grant activity totaled $76 million in fiscal year 2009, an 18 percent increase from the previous year.
UA Professor Begins $5.6 Million Study of Treatment for Tinnitus Among Military Personnel
A University of Alabama researcher is embarking on a $5.6 million phase-three, randomized, controlled clinical trial to evaluate the effectiveness of an innovative treatment that uses a noise-generating device, along with counseling, to alleviate the debilitating effects of tinnitus – that ringing in the ears that drives some people to distraction.
Educated Guesses 2010
For the 29th consecutive year, The University of Alabama’s Office of Media Relations offers predictions from faculty experts for the coming year. While these “educated guesses” don’t always come true, our track record over the years has been good. So, what’s ahead for 2010? Look for President Barack Obama to rethink his legislative strategy, the term “social media” to fade while the use of the technology behind it accelerates, smaller vehicles, a sluggish economy, budget-based fashion, steady gas prices and much more.
Next-Generation Air Transportation System to Ultimately Succeed, Computer Scientist Predicts
The Next Generation Air Transportation System, known as NextGen, is due for national implementation in stages between now and 2018. “I am predicting ultimate success and a system that will provide a much safer travel environment,” says Dr. David Brown, a University of Alabama professor who has used data mining to help improve FAA safety databases.
Let’s Skip Next Year and Jump to 2011, Economically-Speaking
We can’t skip over the coming year, but if we could we would find 2011 a lot better year, economically-speaking, says Ahmad Ijaz, economic analyst at the Center for Business and Economic Research at The University of Alabama.
Alabama to Lose Millions of Federal Dollars Through Census Undercount
Alabama’s population will be undercounted in the 2010 census, says Annette Jones Watters, manager of the Alabama State Data Center at The University of Alabama. This will mean millions of lost dollars for the state over the coming decade, she predicts.
Post-Graduate Education to See Increase, More College Students Going Year-Round in 2010
Colleges and universities will expanding their graduate education offerings in 2010, predicts Dr. Stephen Katsinas, professor of higher education administration and director of The University of Alabama Education Policy Center.
Alabama Governor’s Race to Pit Davis Against Byrne, UA Political Scientist Predicts
Bradley Byrne, the former chancellor of the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education, and U.S. Rep. Artur Davis figure to face off in November 2010 for the post of governor of Alabama, but both face significant challenges in the upcoming primaries, a University of Alabama political scientist says.
How Much Will I Spend at the Pump in 2010?
Demand for oil will not recover significantly until the world economy improves, so there will not be supply problems to drive up the price of oil in the coming year, says a University of Alabama engineering professor who closely follows the markets.