Health

Infant Brain Study Helps Make Case for a Universal US Paid Leave Policy

Research by Steinhardt’s Natalie Brito suggests that infants whose mothers received paid family leave showed greater brain activity in their first three months of life.

NYU Metro Center Represents at CUNY Neurodiversity Conference

ASD Nest Support Project team members Alexis Betancourt-Hart, Lauren Melissa Ellzey, and Molly Perez presented at the CUNY Neurodiversity Conference on Friday, March 18th.

How Radio Programming Can Fight Violent Extremism in West Africa

Research by Associate Professor Rezarta Bilali, shows that stories and narratives have the potential to address violent extremism.

An Atrium Named for Professor Marilyn Moffat Recognizes Her Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The named atrium is the highlight of a lifetime commitment to expanding opportunity within the physical therapy profession.

Food Studies Student Named James Beard Foundation National Scholar

Abby Katz is one of twelve individuals nationwide selected for her plans to pursue further education and build a better food future.

Research Aims to Clarify Swallowing Problems After Elective Spine Surgery

Dr. Sonja Molfenter in the Department of Communicative Sciences and Disorders is collaborating with NYU Langone Health physicians to gather data through a 20-person pilot study.

Building Community around Culturally-Responsive Speech-Language Pathology

"The speech-language-hearing profession needs a different future that more accurately represents the multiply-braided identities of the people we serve."

Broadway Behind the Scenes: Alum Dr. Brittney Mims on Providing Physical Therapy for Performers

"I love the responsibility I have in helping my patients get back to doing what they love."

Steinhardt Faculty Selected for NYU Aging Incubator Fellows Program

Faculty will support the development of interdisciplinary research and educational initiatives to improve the health and well-being of the oldest segment of our human population.

Pandemic Era Sparks Both Anxiety and Activism for Asian Americans

Targeted by discrimination and violence during COVID-19, many grapple with questions of identity and belonging.