Dr. Michele Merritt, associate professor of philosophy, is the author of a recently published book, Minding Dogs: Humans, Canine Companions, and a New Philosophy of Cognitive Science. She was interviewed about her work on the book for an article in Psychology Today. Initially she wrote the book for fellow philosophers, but realized her topic would have broader appeal. The interview and article are available online.

Dr. Cameron Wimpy, associate professor of political science and department chair, was selected by the Office of the U.S. Speaker Program in the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, U.S. Department of State, to be a distinguished expert on election administration. Wimpy will speak at U.S. embassies on various topics related to elections. The program goal is to engage in public dialogues that enable foreign audiences to learn about U.S. society, culture, institutions and policies.

Dr. Mohammad A. Alam, associate professor of chemistry and holder of the Beck Professorship in Chemistry, is a co-author of an article that has been published in The Journal of Organic Chemistry. The researchers’ paper concerns the synthesis of fused benzothiophene compounds. These novel compounds are potent cytotoxic agents against several cancer cell lines, including melanoma and colon cancer cell line panels. Details about their research is available online. 

Dr. Angelo Brown, assistant professor of criminology, is author of a chapter in a new book on how the relationships between police departments and the communities they serve are developed. Brown’s chapter is titled “How the Police Released Body-Worn Camera Footage Matters.” Without a national policy, Brown explores how states and municipalities have developed their own policies regarding the legality and practicality of releasing camera footage.

Dr. Ed Salo, associate professor of history and associate director, Heritage Studies, was one of more than 250 subject matter authorities from around the world who participated in the Department of Social Sciences Security Seminar at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. He engaged with numerous military representatives, historians, political scientists and cadets to discuss multiple viewpoints on issues affecting national security.