Welcome to an exciting roundup curated by the Sage Perspectives team! As we reflect on the dynamic year that was, we are thrilled to unveil a compilation of blog posts that captivated our audience and received the highest number of views from January 2023 to January 2024.
Read MoreCentering the voices and experiences of Black string musicians supported by historical context was our main priority when writing this article. We initially thought there would be an increase in representation after the full integration of music competitions; however, the opposite was true.
Read MoreResearchers from AO Spine and Praxis Spinal Cord Institute in Vancouver, Canada, have published a new set of clinical practice guidelines for the treatment of acute spinal cord injury (SCI). These guidelines play a major role in making treatment decisions for example in the timing of surgical decompression and the hemodynamic management in cases of acute SCI. Despite the mounting evidence, implementing guidelines into daily clinical practice is challenging—given biases towards clinicians’ hardened routines or material deficiencies in different global health contexts.
Read MoreFrom identity politics to international conflicts, gendered violence through security lens to polycrises and policymaking, our upcoming week of free webinars will display fascinating range of the latest topics in Politics and Politics teaching.
Read MoreBicycle tourism contributes about $83 billion to the U.S. economy annually and is one of the fastest growing areas of outdoor tourism according to a 2017 report by the Outdoor Industry Association.[[i]] Recognizing Texas - rich in history, culture, and natural beauty - as an ideal place to promote bicycle tourism, the Texas State Legislature passed Transportation Code § 201.9025 which calls for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Bicycle Advisory Committee to make recommendations on the development of a statewide bicycle tourism trails network.
Read MoreWomen’s periods of reproduction and childbirth are characterized by major changes in their bodies and lives. For many women, childbirth is a key event in their lives, and they develop strong expectations towards this experience. Unfortunately, in the last two decades there is increased evidence about abusive behaviors towards women by no other than health professionals. These behaviors were named ‘obstetric violence.
Read MoreThe college band experience at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) football game is electrifying. With this research I wanted to know: how did all of this begin?
Read MoreAthletes are often regarded as role models of peak fitness, capable of the most impressive physical feats yet they face some of the highest rates of sudden cardiac death (SCD).
Read MoreWhile most studies focus on either confrontational or collaborative interactions, this study pioneers a holistic exploration. It delves into how non-profits strategically navigate the economic sphere, seamlessly switching between confrontational and collaborative approaches.
Read MoreDrug overdose and poisoning deaths are at epidemic levels in the U.S. In 2021, the most recent year we have complete data [1], 106,699 deaths were associated with drugs. This is nearly 300 people everyday. And of these deaths, 70,601 or nearly 70% were connected with opioids; a class of drugs that include heroin, oxycodone, morphine and of course, fentanyl [2, 3, 4], the drug we have heard so much about.
Read MoreTwice-exceptional students are those with an identified disability (e.g., ASD, SLD, ADHD) and high ability or academic talent. Typically, twice-exceptional students’ disabilities are supported through Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) or 504 Accommodation Plans, but their talent domains may be overlooked for a host of reasons, one being the absence of federal mandates related to talented and gifted education.
Read MoreWhen we are admitted into hospital our sleep-wake patterns worsen for reasons including disease itself, an unusual and noisy environment, and modified light, food, and activity cues. As a result, inpatients tend to experience shorter and poorer night sleep, several night awakenings, and daytime sleepiness. This may affect prognosis, also in terms of duration of the inpatient stay. However, it may now be possible to do something about it!
Read MoreThe introduction of the ChatGPT by Open AI has created a major disruption to the entire economy around the globe. In its short tenure, ChatGPT and alternative generative artificial intelligence (GAI) tools showed tremendous opportunities as well as challenges for overall economy and all industries. Certainly, hospitality, tourism, and travel industries are not immune to this major disruption.
Read MoreSolid organ transplantation is a life-saving procedure for individuals with end-stage organ failure. However, after transplantation, recipients often face challenges in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including engaging in regular physical activity. Digital health interventions have emerged as a promising tool to support and enhance physical activity in this population.
Read MoreIn a year beset by record high air and ocean temperatures, wildfires and floods, and manifest across the globe, the reality of climate change is undeniable. However, dangerous climate change is but one of many interconnected symptoms of human ecological overshoot, along with relentless degradation of the natural environment, loss of biodiversity, and a host of social, economic and political trends.
Read MoreWorld politics undeniably changed over the last 30 years. Our new book, World Politics. International Relations & Globalisation in the 21st Century, examines and explains what has happened over the last three decades: how the complexities, contestations and uncertainties of world politics has taken us to where we are today.
Read MoreThe threads of culture, religion, and history are interwoven in the Northeast Indian tapestry of identity politics. Understanding the “othering” of Muslims in this region is not just an academic exercise, it is about recognizing the real-world implications of how we define “us” versus “them” and the impact this has on people's lives.
Read MoreAttention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a childhood-onset neurodevelopmental disorder. This condition can impair academic, social, and/or occupational functions. For these reasons, it is important to conduct surveillance of ADHD trends over time for the purpose of planning for healthcare services and resources. Yet, studies on the prevalence and incidence rates for ADHD in Canada have largely used case-finding algorithms applied to health administrative data that have not been adequately validated so it is unclear how accurate these algorithms are at detecting cases of ADHD.
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