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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Middlesex County in week ending May 4

By South Middlesex Times | May 7, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rutgers Researchers Develop Reminder System to Enhance Memory Recall

By South Middlesex Times | May 7, 2024

A computer model developed by Rutgers University–New Brunswick researchers may have cracked the code on helpful memory cues, similar to how recounting shared experiences with friends can trigger memory recall, according to a study published in Psychological Science.

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A Little Band Music and a National TV Spot Give Accepted Student a View of Her Future

By South Middlesex Times | May 7, 2024

As soon as she heard the signature pounding of the bass drums, Lola Adeleye knew something had changed.

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Using Advanced Genetic Techniques, Scientists Create Mice With Traits of Tourette Disorder

By South Middlesex Times | May 6, 2024

Scientists at Rutgers University–New Brunswick have successfully created mice with traits of Tourette disorder using advanced genetic techniques, offering new avenues for studying the condition and testing potential treatments.The researchers, using CRISPR/Cas9 DNA editing, inserted genetic mutations found in humans with Tourette disorder into mouse embryos. Co-senior author Jay Tischfield noted, “There are no medicines specifically developed for Tourette disorder and repurposing other drugs has worked poorly, with too many side effects.”The genetically engineered mice...

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Leadership Gala Celebrates Asian, Pacific Islander and Desi American Students

By South Middlesex Times | May 6, 2024

Student leaders who have contributed to building community and launching new groups to celebrate and embrace their culture were recognized last week at the Asian American Cultural Center’s 2024 APIDA Leadership Gala.

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Mindfulness Training Enhances Opioid Addiction Treatment

By South Middlesex Times | May 6, 2024

Rutgers-led research has shown that incorporating Mindfulness Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) into standard opioid addiction treatment can significantly improve outcomes. The study, published in JAMA Psychiatry, revealed that MORE reduced program dropout rates by 59 percent and relapses by 42 percent.Nina Cooperman, associate professor of psychiatry at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and the first author of the study, emphasized the potential impact of enhancing treatment protocols. She stated, "Better treatment protocols could save thousands of lives per...

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Rutgers University - New Brunswick continues to mandate “COVID” mRNA injections

By South Middlesex Times | May 6, 2024

Rutgers University - New Brunswick in New Brunswick, New Jersey, continues to require “COVID” mRNA injections for students to attend their classes.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Middlesex County in week ending May 4

By South Middlesex Times | May 6, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Middlesex County in week ending May 4?

By South Middlesex Times | May 5, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

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South Middlesex Times area weekly mass times

By South Middlesex Times | May 4, 2024

The following parishes in the South Middlesex Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Middlesex County in week ending Apr. 27?

By South Middlesex Times | May 3, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Junior Wins Udall Scholarship, Rutgers’ First Recipient Since 2004

By South Middlesex Times | May 3, 2024

Julianne Chan, a junior majoring in environmental engineering at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, has been named the recipient of the prestigious Udall Undergraduate Scholarship. This achievement marks a significant milestone for Rutgers as Chan is the institution's first Udall Scholar since 2004.Chan's passion for environmental issues and dedication to making a difference in her community have been pivotal in her academic journey. Growing up in Manahawkin, N.J., an area influenced by its proximity to bodies of water, Chan's commitment to environmental causes led her to...

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Mental Health First-Aid Training Shows Promise in Prison Settings

By South Middlesex Times | May 3, 2024

Rutgers Health researchers, led by Pamela Valera, have conducted a pilot study to explore the impact of training correctional officers in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) for adults. The study, published in Psychological Services, aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of MHFA in enhancing mental health support in prison settings.Valera highlighted the crucial role correctional officers play, stating, "Correctional officers serve as first responders, working around the clock in three shifts. They are often the initial point of contact for individuals experiencing mental health...

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Senior Nursing Student Inspires with Alopecia Advocacy

By South Middlesex Times | May 2, 2024

Stephanie Yuen, a senior nursing student at Rutgers School of Nursing, has turned her personal experience with alopecia into a mission to help others facing the same challenge. Diagnosed with alopecia at the age of 13, Yuen recalls the moment she noticed her hair loss, stating, "I decided to shave it off and gain that control."Yuen's journey with alopecia inspired her to advocate for patients and become a voice for those in need. She expressed her dedication by saying, "I wanted to follow in those footsteps, essentially advocate for my patients, give them a voice and just...

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As Federal Menthol Ban Languishes, Black Smokers Are Left to the Mercy of Marketers

By South Middlesex Times | May 1, 2024

After conducting a study on the deceptive marketing tactics employed by tobacco companies targeting Black communities, Kymberle L. Sterling, an associate professor at the Rutgers School of Public Health, highlighted the predatory nature of such strategies. Sterling emphasized, “Evidence shows that the tobacco industry engages in predatory marketing tactics and that companies push certain products on specific groups.” The study, published in Nicotine and Tobacco Research, revealed that many Black adults who smoke menthol cigarettes are unaware of the deceitful ways in which...

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The First Class of RBHS (2014): Where Are They Now?

By South Middlesex Times | May 1, 2024

It’s been 10 years since the integration of schools, hospitals, departments and divisions that became Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS), a mecca of groundbreaking research, leading educational programs and community partnerships. RBHS produced its first group of graduates in 2014. From a brain cancer doctor to a research scientist, a registered nurse to a Rutgers professor, here are seven members from the inaugural graduating class.Luis Alzate-Duque, assistant professor of medicine at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, shared his motivation for pursuing a...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Middlesex County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Apr. 27

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 30, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Former Business Owners Face Hiring Bias, Study Finds

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 30, 2024

Nearly 50 percent of new businesses fail within the first five years. Many former entrepreneurs apply for 9-to-5 jobs to get back on their feet, but new research reveals an unexpected obstacle: hiring bias.In a Rutgers-led study published in the spring 2024 issue of the journal Personnel Psychology, researchers created fake resumes and showed them to 219 people with corporate recruiting experience in high-tech manufacturing, software development, healthcare, and other industries. The resumes displayed virtually identical qualifications with one major exception: some of...

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Three Rutgers Professors Named Guggenheim Fellows

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 30, 2024

Three professors from Rutgers University-New Brunswick have been named Guggenheim fellows for their exceptional work in fields of creative arts and environmental sciences. The John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation selected these three individuals as part of the 188 fellows chosen this year from a pool of 3,000 across 52 disciplines.Among the distinguished scholars is climate scientist Robert Kopp, who has been dedicated to addressing sea-level rise and global climate change. Kopp, a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, emphasized...

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Activity in a Room Stirs up Nanoparticles Left Over From Consumer Sprays

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 30, 2024

Common household products containing nanoparticles could be contributing to a new form of indoor air pollution, as revealed by a Rutgers study. The research conducted by Gediminas Mainelis and his team at Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences found that nanoparticles from consumer sprays could be stirred up by activity in a room, potentially affecting indoor air quality.The study, published in the journal Science of the Total Environment, demonstrated that simply walking through a space where products containing nanoparticles had been sprayed could lead...