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April 17, 2024
UO study says early intervention key for young women avoiding criminal justice system
The college said researchers from the UO’s College of Education and its Prevention Science Institute followed a group of women over two decades from their mid-teens into their mid-30s. Leslie Leve, PhD, involved in research.
April 16, 2024
Portland among top cities for childhood opportunity
A new analysis of childhood opportunity shows that Portland is a relatively good place to raise children. Leslie Leve, PhD, associate director of the Prevention Science Institute, gives expert commentary.
April 3, 2024
How to Care for Someone with Swallowing Problems
Professor Samantha Shune, PhD, an expert on aging and mealtime, troubleshoots this frequent problem of dementia.
March 20, 2024
Research Briefly: Dean Laura Lee McIntyre
In the latest edition of the College of Education's Research Briefly video series hear from Dean Laura Lee McIntyre, who discusses an NIH funded study that looks at the long-term effects of COVID-related school closures. Research Briefly is dedicated to highlighting remarkable research and grant awards.