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Nobel Prize Winner Harry Kroto Critiques Science Education Atlanta, GA (2009-11-09) In 1996, Harry Kroto won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work in discovering "Carbon 60." The geodesic molecule looks similar to the architecture made famous by Buckminster Fuller. So in homage, Kroto named the molecule after him calling it "Buckminsterfullerene." Recently, Kroto visited Georgia Tech where he shared that light-hearted approach with science students. When he spoke with WABE's Jim Burress, Kroto critiqued today's approach to science education:
This Day in 1928, The Atlanta Daily World Debuts Atlanta, GA (2009-11-06) The next segment in WABE's occasional series on Atlanta history returns to Nov. 6, 1928 for the debut of the Atlanta Daily World--the first successful African-American daily newspaper in the United States. Georgia State University historian Cliff Kuhn talks with WABE's Steve Goss about the paper's earliest days.
Atlanta School Board Elections: Advocacy Group Says Reforms Must Continue Atlanta, GA (2009-10-16) Since 1993, a group of community leaders called EduPac has endorsed Atlanta School Board candidates in a bid to improve Atlanta's schools. This year, Edu-Pac endorsed the incumbents in all seven contested races. The group's co-chair, Curley Dossman said the next 4 years will bring 3 big challenges: continuing reforms; funding them; and possibly choosing a successor to Superintendent Beverly Hall. Dossman told WABE's Denis O'Hayer the last 4 years have seen what he called major improvements.
Tupac Shakur Foundation Partners with Robert W. Woodruff Library Atlanta, GA (2009-09-28) Insight into the artistic origins of rap artist and poet Tupac Shakur will soon be available at the Robert W. Woodruff Library. The Atlanta based foundation that bears the late rapper's name is making the archives available for academic research. WABE's Rose Scott has the story:
August 30th, 1961: Atlanta Public Schools Desegregate Atlanta, GA (2009-08-31) Georgia State University historian Cliff Kuhn explains to WABE's Steve Goss the decision to desegregate APS on Aug. 30, 1961.
Risky Teenagers' Brains More Like Developed Adults, Emory Study Finds Atlanta, GA (2009-08-26) In a study sure to raise eyebrows, Emory University researchers have found that the brains of teenagers who engage in so-called "risky behavior" are actually more adult-like than their more-cautious peers. WABE's Jim Burress has more.
GSU Study Finds Funding Often a Challenge for New Charter Schools Atlanta, GA (2009-08-19) A new study finds the biggest obstacle to the state's charter schools isn't meeting academic standards. As WABE's Jim Burress reports, it's often funding.
Metro School Busses Roll Amid Controversy on Day One Atlanta (2009-08-10) Monday, most school systems in the metro area began classes. As WABE's Jim Burress reports, the first bell rang with a bit more controversy than in years past.
Consumers Moving Slow On Back To School Spending Atlanta, GA (2009-07-22) In just a few weeks some students will head back to school including the new kindergartner to the high school senior. But parents aren't necessarily heading to typical retailers for back to school supplies. WABE's Rose Scott reports:
Georgia Tech H.O.T Camp Atlanta, GA (2009-06-08) It's not a traditional summer camp experience, but this week a selected group of Georgia 10th and 11th graders are attending H.O.T Days at Georgia Tech. That stands for Hands On Tech. WABE's Rose Scott has more:
Treating "Triple Negative" Breast Cancer Atlanta, GA (2009-05-14) Of the million breast cancer diagnoses each year, about 15% fit into a category called "Triple Negative." It's an aggressive form that doesn't respond to standard drugs, and treatment options remain limited. As WABE's Jim Burress reports, there are success stories, and many more could come from our own back yard.
HIV/AIDS in the US Still a Threat Despite Less Attention Paid Atlanta, GA (2009-04-13) Dr. Jim Curran is Dean of the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University. Recently, he sat down with WABE's Jim Burress to discuss the state of HIV/AIDS nearly 30-years into the epidemic. Emory hosts the 2009 Center for AIDS Research Science Symposium on Friday, April 17th.
How Coca-Cola Became Kosher New York, NY (2009-04-08) Wednesday is the first night of Passover, and as Jews gather to tell the story of their courageous escape from slavery, there's another story that they could tell too - about how one man, Rabbi Tobias Geffen, took it upon himself to penetrate the corporate world of Coca-Cola and work with company officials to make Coke kosher.
Gwinnett Schools Finalist for Best in Nation Atlanta, GA (2009-04-03) The Gwinnett County Public School district has been named one of the top five urban districts in the nation. It's now in competition for the top spot. If it wins, graduating seniors will share in a seven-figure prize. WABE's Jim Burress has more.
Doctors Without Borders refugee camp comes to Piedmont Park Atlanta, Georgia (2006-09-29) A Nobel prize winning NGO sets up a refugee camp in the heart of Atlanta to show what its like for refugees and displaced persons around the world.
Marian Wright Edelman WABE (2005-09-28) Recently, Marian Wright Edelman spoke at the Loudermilk Center in Atlanta, Georgia.