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University of Nebraska-Lincoln experts share unique insights on important issues impacting today's culture and current events.

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  1. N The Know - What does Bob Kerrey's comeback to politics mean for Nebraska?

    Michael Wagner, an assistant professor of political science at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, discusses Bob Kerrey's run for Senate in Nebraska and what it could mean for both state and national politics.

  2. N The Know - How Can a Parking Garage Help the Environment?

    Dan Carpenter, director of Parking and Transit Services at UNL, discusses sustainable features of the new parking structure at 19th and Vine Street.

  3. N The Know - "Are the days of Middle East dictators over?"

    James Le Seuer, professor of History at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, discusses the fall of the Muammar Gaddafi regime in Libya and the future of dictatorships in the Middle East.

  4. N The Know - "How is Nebraska involved in the world's biggest physics experiment?"

    Gregory Snow, professor of Physics and Astronomy at UNL, talks about the Higgs boson particle and collaboration on the Compact Muon Solenoid (CMS) experiment through UNL's high-energy physics team.

  5. How will space laws change in a "post-space shuttle" galaxy?

    Frans von der Dunk, a professor in Space, Cyber and Telecommunications Law, discusses the future of space law.

  6. How does UNL help students compete for major fellowships?

    University of Nebraska-Lincoln Director of Undergraduate Research and Fellowship Advisor Laura Damuth discusses student achievements at UNL. See all of our fellowship recipients at http://go.unl.edu/fellowships

  7. N The Know - "Will America continue to explore outer space?"

    Jack Dunn, the coordinator of the Mueller Planetarium at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, discusses what NASA will do in the wake of the space shuttle retirement.

  8. N The Know - How will the earthquake in Japan affect the Japanese economy?

    UNL Economics professor Scott Fuess discusses the economic impact of the Japan earthquake.

  9. K The Know - What is a tsunami?

    In this episode of N the Know, associate professor of Engineering David Admiraal explains what a tsunami is and how it moves across the ocean.

  10. N The Know - How can the U.S. help support peace in Egypt and the Middle East

    Patrice McMahon, an associate professor of political science at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with an interest in international relations, shares her view of how the U.S. should support peace and democratization in Egypt in light of the events there since protests began January 25, 2011.

  11. N The Know - Why Do Some People Stutter?

    Charles Healey, a professor of communication disorders at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, talks about why some people stutter.

  12. N The Know - What Should You Do If You Find A Snake?

    Dennis Ferraro, an extension educator and professor of Herpetology at UNL discusses what you should do if you have an encounter with a snake.

  13. K The Know - What Does Climate Change in the Past Tell Us About Climate Change in the Future?

    Ross Secord, an assistant professor of geosciences discusses what climate change patterns of the past may tell us about the future.

  14. N The Know - What is the 2010 Choice for One Book - One Lincoln

    University of Nebraska-Lincoln journalism professor Joseph Starita talks about his book "I Am A Man," which was just chosen as the selection for "One Book - One Lincoln."

  15. N The Know - What Is The Future of Vampire Movies?

    Wheeler Winston Dixon is the James Ryan Professor of Film Studies in the Department of English at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Wheeler Winston Dixon website Department of English

  16. N The Know - What Does it Take to Become a Professional Writer?

    Jonis Agee is a Adele Hall Professor in the Department of English at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Jonis Agee Bio Department of English

  17. N The Know - Which "Toys" Should a Freshman Bring to College and Leave at Home?

    Melissa Peters is a residence director with University Housing at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links University Housing

  18. N The Know - Why Are Nebraska Scientists Mapping Oil-Spill Damage In the Gulf of Mexico?

    Richard Perk is an assistant geoscientist with the Center for Advanced Land Management Information Technologies (CALMIT) in the School of Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links CALMIT School of Natural Resources

  19. N The Know - What Should You Do If You Think You've Witnessed A Crime?

    Aaron Pembleton is a police officer with the University Police at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links University Police

  20. N The Know - What Challenges Does China Face As It Continues To Grow?

    Sang M. Lee is the chair of the Management Department in the College of Business Administration at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Sang M. Lee Biography College of Business Administration

  21. N The Know - How is Obesity Killing Americans?

    Concetta DiRusso is a professor in Nutrition and Health Sciences / Biochemistry at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Biochemistry Department Department of Nutrition and Health Sciences

  22. N The Know - Could Cars, Computers and Cell Phones Be Vulnerable to Particles From Outer Space?

    Dan Claes is a Professor of Physicas & Astronomy at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Dan Claes Bio Department of Physics & Astronomy

  23. N The Know - Why are the Days Shorter Following the Earthquake in Chile?

    Tim Gay is a Professor of Physicas at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Tim Gay Bio Department of Physics & Astronomy

  24. N The Know - How Common Are Earthquakes in Nebraska?

    Matt Joeckel is an Associate Professor in the School of Natural Resourses in the department of Geosciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Matt Joeckel Bio Department of Geosciences

  25. N The Know - What is UCARE?

    Dr. Laura Damuth is the Director of Undergraduate Research in the Office of Undergraduate Studies at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She is also the director of the Undergraduate Creative Activities and Research Experiences (UCARE) program - an undergraduate research program at UNL. Related...

  26. N The Know - What is Ikat Weaving?

    Wendy Weiss is a professor of Textiles, Clothing & Design at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Wendy Weiss Bio Department of Textiles, Clothing & Design

  27. N The Know - Why Did Harrison Ford Visit UNL to Prepare For His Movie Role As a Scientist?

    Bill Velander is a professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Bill Velander Bio Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering

  28. N The Know - How Can I Fit Exercise Into My Busy Work Day?

    Kim Barrett is Wellness Coordinator at the UNL Campus Recreation Center and a member of the Chancellor's Committee on Wellness at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Campus Recreation Chancellor's Wellness Initiative

  29. N The Know - Do Political TV Ads Actually Work?

    Michael Wagner is Assistant Professor of Political Science at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Michael Wagner Bio Department of Political Science

  30. N The Know - Why Are Audiences Drawn to Films About the End of the World?

    Wheeler Winston Dixon, Ryan Professor of Film Studies at UNL discusses Roland Emmerich's latest film, "2012."

  31. N The Know - How Does Billionaire Warren Buffett Pick Investments?

    Donna Dudney is Associate Professor of Finance at the College of Business Administration at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links College of Business Administration

  32. N The Know - Who Where the Mongols?

    Jessica Coope is and Associate Professor of History and Associate Dean of Arts and Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links College of Arts & Sciences

  33. N The Know - How Can You Prevent The Spread of the H1N1 Flu Virus?

    Dr. Nathan Haecker, Chief of Staff at the University Health Center, and Jennifer Snyder, Marketing Coordinator at the University Health Center. Related Links University Health Center

  34. N The Know - Why is Health Care Reform Critical to Barack Obama's Presidency?

    Jeff Zeleny is a reporter for The New York Times and a graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Articles by Jeff Zeleny at The New York Times

  35. N The Know - Has Barack Obama's Presidency Changed America's Global Image?

    Lloyd Ambrosius is a Professor of History at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Lloyd Ambrosius Bio Department of History

  36. N The Know - What Is New In Rural Schools?

    Susan Sheridan is a Willa Cather Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Susan Sheridan Bio College of Education and Human Sciences Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families and Schools

  37. N The Know - Why Is Nebraska Wind Important to Our Nation's Future?

    Jerry Hudgins is a professor of electrical engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Jerry Hudgins Bio Dept. of Electrical Engineering

  38. N The Know - Why Are Parasites Important to World Politics?

    John Janovy Jr. is a Professor of Biological Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links John Janovy Jr. Bio School of Biological Sciences

  39. N The Know - Do Robots Like "The Transformers" Already Exist?

    Shane Farritor is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Shane Farritor Bio Mechanical Engineering Nebraska Transportation Center

  40. N The Know - How Is Social Media Impacting The Election In Iran?

    Bernard "Barney" McCoy is an Associate Professor of Broadcasting at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Bernard "Barney" McCoy Bio College of Journalism and Mass Communications

  41. N The Know - What Should You Do If You Find A Fossil?

    Michael Voorhies is an Emeritus Professor of Geosciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Michael Voorhies Bio Department of Geosciences

  42. N The Know - How Can Tornado Forecasting Be Improved?

    Adam Houston is an Assistant Professor of Geosciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Adam Houston Bio Department of Geosciences

  43. N The Know - Why Do Bed Bugs Bite?

    Barbara Ogg is an Extension Educator at the Southeast Research & Extension Center in Lincoln. Related Links Southeast Research & Extension Center

  44. N The Know - What Is Swine Flu?

    Scott McVey is an Associate Professor of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Professional Program in Veterinary Medicine

  45. N The Know - What Is Space Junk?

    Frans von der Dunk teaches teach space law, national security space law, European regulations of space, and national space legislation courses at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Law. Related Links College of Law Space And Telecom Law

  46. N The Know - How Are Films Selected For The Oscars?

    Danny Ladely is the Director of the Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center

  47. N The Know - What Can We Expect From President Obama's First 100 Days in Office?

    Michael Wagner is an Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Michael Wagner Bio Department of Political Science

  48. N The Know - How Should Families Talk About Tough Economic Times?

    Kristen Lucas is an Assistant Professor of Communication Studies at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Kristen Lucas Bio Department of Communication Studies

  49. N The Know - How Can I Lower My Credit Card Debts?

    Kathleen Prochaska-Cue is an Extension Family Economist and Associate Professor with Child, Youth and Family Studies at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links M. Kathleen Prochaska-Cue Bio College of Education and Human Sciences Pay Down Debt Small Steps to Health and Wealth

  50. N The Know - How Can I Cut Energy Costs on a Tight Budget?

    Jerry Hudgins is a professor of electrical engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Related Links Jerry Hudgins Bio Dept. of Electrical Engineering

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